The best time to visit the beautiful Sultanate of Oman, for nature, adventure, culture and beach escapes

A bounty of family-friendly resorts and lush vegetation, even a tropical summer micro-climate, can be found in the southern coast of Oman

Family travel expert Maryanne Peacock checks into Alila Hinu Bay outside of the famous Khareef season, and finds a year-round paradise of peace and luxury