Category Archives: Oman

Team HQ Looking Pretty

Posted on December 14, 2010 by Kris

The Championship Competitors are staying at the Al Falaj Hotel. The Al Falaj is something of a landmark, being one of the first hotels built in Muscat as part of the Sultanate of Oman’s modernisation under the guidance of His … Continue reading →

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Muscat all lit up

Posted on December 14, 2010 by Kris

During the National Day Celebrations Muscat is lit up with celebratory lights. Festooned across buildings and running along all major roads, the whole city assumes a magical air.

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Staying Cool

Posted on December 1, 2010 by Kris

Despite being winter here, Oman has been basking in daily sunshine and easily reaching temperatures of 28-29C. With such warm conditions on site, it is important that our whole team remains cool and hydrated. In our production village, we have … Continue reading →

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Luxury Channel Video Magazine

Posted on November 26, 2010 by Kris

We are delighted to bring you the video magazine we have produced with The Luxury Channel. We hope it gives you a good idea about the Oman 40th National Day Celebrations, Oman itself and the World Fireworks Championship.

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Excitement Levels Build

Posted on November 23, 2010 by Kris

Walking through Muscat this morning I stopped to speak to some of the locals about the upcoming Oman World Fireworks Championship. The Championship has been featured on television recently, and with print adverts released weeks ago, it was not hard … Continue reading →

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40th National Day Celebrations Light Up Muscat

Posted on November 14, 2010 by Kris

The Oman 40th National Day Celebration has started and the capital Muscat is all lit up. Lights, in red, green and white (the national colours) can be seen all along the highways, and many buildings are festooned with colourful bulbs. … Continue reading →

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Championship Trophy Being Made

Posted on November 4, 2010 by Kris

Whoever wins the Oman World Fireworks Championship 2010 will receive one of the most beautiful trophies, made in silver and gold. We’ve had a look behind-the-scenes, and met Issa Saleh Al-Sabagh, the craftsman who is producing this lovely prize. It … Continue reading →

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Al Qurum – magical at night

Posted on October 16, 2010 by Ed

Al Qurum Park, the venue for the Oman World Fireworks Championship 2010, is a magical place at night. As the sun sets the distinctive lights come on making a beautiful location for a quiet walk, or a gentle jog. Muscat … Continue reading →

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