The Independent: Oman Air builds on WTA success

Oman Air may not be as well known as some of its Middle Eastern competitors, but it was just crowned the region's leading airline for business and economy by the World Travel Awards — and it also just so happens to have unveiled a new first class offering. 

As the Arab country is a destination increasingly on the radar of travellers looking for a unique adventure, we decided to find out what it's like to fly on the airline.

From Arabic coffee served from opulent-looking pots to new first class private suites featuring fully flat beds, the offering looks fairly luxurious — and with an expansion programme in place, the airline is set to operate up to 70 aircraft to around 60 destinations by 2022.

Oman Air, a lesser-known carrier than some of its Middle Eastern competitors, was just crowned the region's leading airline for both business class and economy by the World Travel Awards.

It comes at a time when the Arab country is becoming an increasingly popular destination for travellers looking for a unique adventure.

Oman Air is the national airline for the Sultanate of Oman.