Ras Al Khaimah is fast becoming the hottest destination to visit in 2023, whether it’s for family fun, thrill-seeking mountain adventures or centuries-old culture.
Just 45 minutes by car from Dubai International Airport, it is recognised as the nature Emirate for its stunning geodiversity.
Encompassing desertscapes, majestic mountain ranges, unspoilt sandy beaches and sprawling mangrove forests, its many authentic and alternative experiences ignite a sense of adventure and enrich lives.
Al Wadi Nature Reserve promises unforgettable experiences in the desert, including nature drives, desert treks and Arabian hospitality at the stunning Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert.
Adrenaline-fuelled attractions on Jebel Jais, the UAE’s highest mountain peak, include Jais Flight, the world’s longest zipline; Jais Sky Tour, a series of six exhilarating ziplines stretching 5km; Jais Sledder, the region’s longest toboggan ride; 1484 by Puro, the UAE’s highest restaurant; as well as the world’s first Bear Grylls Explorers Camp outside the UK.
Ras Al Khaimah is home to heritage sites boasting 7 000 years of history and culture. Four locations, Julfar, Shimal, Al Jazeera Al Hamra and Dhayah, have been recognised by Unesco on its tentative list of Global Heritage Sites.
An immersive trip to Suwaidi Pearls, the only pearl farm in the UAE, provides visitors with an unforgettable glimpse into pearling, one of the Emirate’s oldest industries.
As one of the fastest growing destinations in the Middle East, Ras Al Khaimah has an extensive, world-class hotel portfolio. More than 8 000 rooms and suites are on offer, from global brands such as IHG, Mövenpick, Hilton, Accor, Radisson, Rixos, Rotana and Ritz-Carlton.
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