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A traditional wooden dhow sailing on calm Gulf waters with city skyline in background
Travel

Dhow Sailing in the Gulf: A Practical Guide to Traditional Wooden Boats

Discover the history and charm of the dhow, the Arabian Gulf's iconic wooden vessel, and learn how to enjoy a traditional sailing experience as a visitor.
Traditional dome-shaped fishing trap made of wire mesh resting on a sandy beach
Culture

Hadrah and Gargoor: The Gulf's Traditional Fishing Craft

Discover the time-honoured fishing techniques of the Arabian Gulf, from intertidal stone traps to palm-frond boats, and how this maritime knowledge is being preserved.
A traditional wooden dhow with a white sail sailing on calm blue waters.
Culture

The Dhow: Sailing Through the Gulf's Maritime Heritage

From pearling voyages to trading across the Indian Ocean, the dhow has shaped Gulf life for centuries. Here's what makes this traditional vessel so enduring.
Wooden dhow hull under construction in an open-air yard by the water
Travel

Sur, Oman: a practical guide to the Gulf's traditional dhow yards

The Omani city of Sur has built wooden seagoing boats for centuries. Here is how to visit its dhow yards respectfully and what to look for.