ALILA HINU BAY · Resort Review · Salalah, Oman 🇴🇲 · Incredibly Unique Desert Oasis

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  • čas přidán 25. 08. 2024

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  • @konadora
    @konadora Před měsícem +12

    Thanks for another upload, going to enjoy it with some beer and snacks. Cheers Kevin!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem +3

      Choose a good one!

  • @jimhearsonwriter
    @jimhearsonwriter Před měsícem +1

    It's very satisfying when dual vanities have their own mirrors, so you're able to take a square-on shot of them, rather than having to duck out of the way of being reflected.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před 28 dny +1

      If you knew the position I had to stand in to be invisible, you'd be rolling on the floor laughing lol

  • @tommykay7427
    @tommykay7427 Před měsícem +8

    I think Kevin might be a time traveller. And this is the first resort on Mars, 250 years from now. No?

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem +1

      Something like that, yes lol

  • @jonathanfurtado2191
    @jonathanfurtado2191 Před měsícem +2

    One thing i absolutely admire about your experiences and appreciate you for is the fact that you make sure to get a proper sunrise in each of your hotel reviews which portrays an immaculate morning vibe. It's so underrated what you do because the easy thing would be to just lay back and snooze a little while longer while in the comfort of those well kept rooms and under the linen but the morning views are absolutely stunning. Thanks man. ✌🏽🇮🇳

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      I always try!

  • @tonybrise6524
    @tonybrise6524 Před měsícem +4

    The landscape gives me the 'Logan's Run" heebie jeebies vibe...but I love the rooms.

    • @user-yt198
      @user-yt198 Před měsícem +1

      I came to write the same. A dystopic atmosphere.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      I can see that... but still enjoyed the vibe.

  • @holgerklare444
    @holgerklare444 Před měsícem +2

    Very impressive! Like the rest of your Oman videos - after watching I have the strong urge to travel there. 😊 Thank you!!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks very much 🙏🏻

  • @DeniseSommerRoque
    @DeniseSommerRoque Před měsícem +3

    VERY impressed by this resort…different, special and original. It gave me a sci-fi vibe with the almost moon like landscape helped by the ominous sky preceding the storm. Thank you for reviewing this place. If I were ever to visit Oman again, I would choose this over the Al Bustan. Just because it’s so different 💫🙏🏼

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem +1

      Yeah, I'm actually trying to fit the other Alila (near Muscat) into my plans next year- it also looks stunning!

  • @jenniferrahman6960
    @jenniferrahman6960 Před měsícem +2

    Loved the music with this one! This room would have been very cosy, sitting out the cyclone, with lashing rain and wind all around you 🪟 😊

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Certainly was!

  • @apl175
    @apl175 Před měsícem +2

    One request for you to consider -- can you please do a Speedtest of the internet and show results. Many would benefit from the data when making choices on where to stay while still being able to mind things at work.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      That's one thing that I only mention specifically when it's especially poor. Speeds vary so widely, a single snapshot likely wouldn't be accurate.

  • @paulkazzer
    @paulkazzer Před měsícem +1

    Another wonderful review beautifully filmed. Thank you Kevin.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @26markp
    @26markp Před měsícem +1

    Loved you description of the ice cream! The resort does look a bit ‘raw’. Breakfast looked great.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @A380_Flyer
    @A380_Flyer Před měsícem +1

    What a lovely resort and a great companion to Alila jabal Akhdar. Hopefully I can stay at both soon. Hinu Bay looks very unique but perhaps a little threadbare with the foliage.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Sure, bare is right- but almost refreshingly so. Can’t wait to try out the Jamal Akhdar location.

  • @adventureforme
    @adventureforme Před měsícem +1

    Consistently fantastic and informative. And damn, that iPhone shines in this video. Thanks Kevin! :)

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks very much 🙏🏻

  • @PO94sf
    @PO94sf Před měsícem +1

    Would love if you did a review of the Conrad in Koh Samui!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      I'd love for it not to be $800 per night 😂

  • @stevene465
    @stevene465 Před měsícem +1

    Beautiful architecture and I also love its grandeur , at the same time seemingly understated elegance in the Desert - I so wish we had something like this in our own Desert in OZ- I’ve been to Salalah and thought we were on Mars it was so hot -great review as always.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks very much 🙏🏻

  • @randompersonasdfgh
    @randompersonasdfgh Před měsícem +1

    I am always impressed you have many languages for your cc!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      I'm always surprised more channels don't do the same! It's very easy lol

  • @jimmyjames6492
    @jimmyjames6492 Před měsícem +2

    Thanks for the info + video!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @flygatwiga
    @flygatwiga Před měsícem +1

    Thanks for inspiring! 🎉🌴🇴🇲

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @MattBlankenshipPhotography
    @MattBlankenshipPhotography Před měsícem +1

    Always until the end!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks very much 🙏🏻

  • @ulitkabob7567
    @ulitkabob7567 Před měsícem

    Отель необычен это только добавляет ему шарма. Номер на конец то был превосходен и понравился вам. Из такого не хочется уходить. Сколько там приятного.. Рада за вас Кевин!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @catbernstein8628
    @catbernstein8628 Před měsícem

    Great video, and I really enjoy the minimalist, “barren” landscaping. It makes sense given the location, but it’s also clever visually.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @konadora
    @konadora Před měsícem +1

    Some angles it does look rather “unfinished” as you said, but I feel like that is the point of this resort. It looks like a really nice getaway from complete modernity, and that vast openness of “nothingness” (if you could call it) is really unique. Another great upload, thanks!

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem +1

      Yup, that nothingness is actually what I loved about it. Well, nothingness with a gorgeous pool villa in the middle of it lol

  • @brios816
    @brios816 Před měsícem +1

    Beautiful Resort, Definitely on my list to visit.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem +1

      Hope you make it!

    • @brios816
      @brios816 Před měsícem

      @@tfft Thanks!

  • @ruz1957
    @ruz1957 Před měsícem +1

    I must be getting old & senile...I thought Kevin was doing another video in Japan before this one. 😕 No prob, I'll just sit back and enjoy another of Kevin's reviews. Onya champ. 👍 😊

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem +1

      Might have said that... All videos from the past 6 weeks were uploaded 6 weeks ago, and I changed some things around after the fact.

  • @williamjusick2404
    @williamjusick2404 Před měsícem +1

    I loved this review

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks very much 🙏🏻

  • @pizzaearthpancakesandother2549

    Last time I was in Salala we went to a buffet called _Oh Man, I Am Stuffed_ which we all agreed was a clever name for a buffet

  • @petek5523
    @petek5523 Před měsícem +1

    Very lux for sure 🎉.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Sure is!

  • @tommykay7427
    @tommykay7427 Před měsícem

    Another great review! Thank you Kevin. The only downside I see with Oman is the airline ticket. The prices are not that of a main hub. But its a unique destination.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @rasferrastfarian739
    @rasferrastfarian739 Před měsícem +1

    Lovely Kevin! Looks beautiful again somewhere I'd never go (unless they throw out some of their archaic laws).

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @rabiayousif9119
    @rabiayousif9119 Před měsícem +1

    Great place, thanks

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @hungo7720
    @hungo7720 Před měsícem +1

    Thanks Kevin for an another dose of sumptuous traveling. Oman is an underwhelmingly underrated country. I reckon Oman is better than more popular gulf states such as the UAE or Qatar if you want to truly immerse yourself into the Middle Eastern culture. Nonetheless, Alila resort looks amazing despite being located in the middle of barren desolate desert. But sometimes it is better to get off the beaten track right?

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem +1

      Very much so!

  • @gsharrod
    @gsharrod Před měsícem +1

    You do a remarkable job with your photography… I have yet to even see a reflection of you. Part vampire?

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      No, I'm just the guy that pattented the invisibility cloak.

  • @ipalermo-xk6ly
    @ipalermo-xk6ly Před měsícem +1

    Great review and video Kevin as it is always the case with you. The property seems great for the price however I am not sold in the location. I actually had considered a stay before and your video confirmed that. the surrounding area is not that special Plenty of more scenic places (either beach, desert or a mix) in the Middle East that are a lot easier to get to.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks for sharing ✈️

  • @charliebrown5
    @charliebrown5 Před měsícem +1

    Thank You ✈️

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @evakir
    @evakir Před měsícem +1

    Beets out of fashion! Me too!!! 😊

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem +1

      Would rather just eat some dirt lol.

  • @StillPooh62
    @StillPooh62 Před měsícem +1

    So is there no way to close off the tub and shower area in inclement weather?

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      The shower is completely closed off.

  • @thisisit2082
    @thisisit2082 Před měsícem +1

    So, is this place in the middle of nowhere? Are there attractions and places to visit nearby?

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Pretty much nowhere lol.

  • @Gaurav_Sharma3112
    @Gaurav_Sharma3112 Před měsícem

    Long time no see bestie

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Thanks for watching 🩴

  • @wicked_smaaht
    @wicked_smaaht Před měsícem

    Beautiful bungalow. I could spend the entire day sitting by the attached pool watching the ocean. However, I have a question. What trickery did you use to not show yourself on the bathroom mirror while filming directly across from it? 😅
    And thanks for the Saturday uploads. They make my Saturday morning flights a little less miserable. 😊

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Standing sideways and an incredlbly steady hand lol.

  • @user-yt198
    @user-yt198 Před měsícem +1

    Why did they build such a nice hotel in the middle of nowhere?

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Your middle of nowhere is someone else's dream destination ;)

  • @tompathepr0
    @tompathepr0 Před měsícem +1

    The rate paid was cheap! I guess its because of Lowseason?

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      And the deal I mentioned.

  • @sonnysantino7849
    @sonnysantino7849 Před měsícem +1

    Great review but not my type of hotel.

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Can’t please ‘em all!

  • @notactuallymyrealname
    @notactuallymyrealname Před měsícem +1

    what's with the sudden beet hatred, bro

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem

      Who said it was sudden? It started with a roasted beet and goat cheese appetizer in 2009 lol.

  • @AeroTravels
    @AeroTravels Před měsícem +1

    👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻☀❤

    • @tfft
      @tfft  Před měsícem +1

      Thanks for watching 🩴