Front Matter
Chapter 00
Oman
Introduction
Key Facts
Chapter 01 LAND & PEOPLE
Geography
Climate
The People
A Brief History
Government and Politics
Foreign Relations
The Economy
Chapter 02 VALUES & ATTITUDES
Status and Social Structure
Religion
National Pride
Personal Honor
Attitudes to Women
Work Ethic
Time Management
Chapter 03 CUSTOMS & TRADITIONS
Religious Festivals and Holidays
Other Public Holidays
Weddings
Folkways
Chapter 04 MAKING FRIENDS
Attitudes to Foreigners
Greetings
Dress
Invitations Home
Hospitality
Taboo Subjects
Chapter 05 PRIVATE & FAMILY LIFE
The Household and Family
Daily Life
Health Care for Omanis
Qahwah
Chapter 06 TIME OUT
Cultural Activities
Visiting a Mosque
Shopping for Pleasure
Sports
Beaches
Dining Out
Nightlife
Chapter 07 TRAVEL, HEALTH & SAFETY
Roads and Traffic
Transportation
Where to Stay
Health
Safety
Chapter 08 BUSINESS BRIEFING
Business Culture
The Importance of Personal Relations
Local and Foreign Labor
Office Etiquette
Women in Business
Meetings
Presentations
Negotiations
Contracts
Dealing with Government
Chapter 09 COMMUNICATING
Language
Conversation and Respect
Body Language
The Media
Services
Conclusion
Appendices
Places
People
Exercises
Keys
