Many American vacationers have heard of Dubai and Abu Dubai, however the title Ras Al Khaimah is probably not acquainted. Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) is an under-the-radar emirate. What makes it so inviting is that it gives a wide range of landscapes—sea, seashore, desert and mountain vary—in a nature-driven surroundings that feels genuine and accessible.
Plus, there are a number of world-class resorts and distinctive lodging to select from. Listed below are a few of the high properties within the United Arab Emirates.
Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert
Positioned on a non-public nature reserve the Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert has 100 luxurious non-public villas—every with its personal temperature-controlled non-public pool. The Bedouin-inspired design of the property together with the distinctive on-site actions— just like the Falcon and Owl present, archery, fishing, desert biking, sundown camel rides, hen watching, nature walks, horseback using and stargazing—provides guests to Ras Al Khaimah an understanding of desert life and tradition in Al Wadi Nature Reserve.
The Ritz-Carlton Spa has ten particular person spa remedy pavilions—4 of which have a rain mist room; bathtub; out of doors bathe; indoor bathe and steam room; and a meditation and leisure space. Menu therapies embrace physique therapies and signature facials and massages.
InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa
Positioned on the shoreline of Hayat Island, about 45 minutes from the Dubai airport, the InterContinental Ras Al Khaimah Resort and Spa, is the primary property within the IHG Inns & Resorts model to open within the emirate of Ras Al Khaimah. The resort has 351 water-facing rooms, suites, and personal pool villas with balconies and terraces and sits between two peninsulas on a non-public seashore.
The property additionally has six eating venues.
Spa InterContinental is scheduled to open in April and encompasses a conventional Turkish Hammam in addition to an array of wellness therapies together with facials and massages.
Membership InterContinental vacationers have a devoted check-in space and entry to the unique Membership InterContinental Lounge with its personal pool. These members even have entry to a separate à la carte breakfast, afternoon tea and night cocktails crafted by the on-site mixologist.
Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah
Located between the Arabian Gulf, the Hajar mountains and a luxurious golf course, the 346-room Waldorf Astoria Ras Al Khaimah is a perfect property for households. Children can benefit from the household lagoon pool, the water playground, and the children membership. Dad and mom will benefit from the adults’ pool, tennis courts and the picturesque and difficult 18-hole championship golf course.
The award-winning spa has floor-to-ceiling one-way view home windows; 12 remedy rooms and a menu that features massages, wraps, scrubs and signature facials.
Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Seaside
If privateness is what you are searching for then head to Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Hamra Beach set on a non-public seashore alongside the coast. The property has 32 non-public villas, every with its personal pool and seashore entry. For spa aficionados, the spa pavilions are a welcome respite and provide therapies centered on native spices and flowers. Facials incorporate luxurious manufacturers like ESPA and Natura Bissé. Eating choices embrace non-public eating in your villa or alongside the seashore or on the Shore Home restaurant which serves up worldwide delicacies (together with contemporary seafood). There are a selection of actions for energetic vacationers together with archery, watersports and yoga lessons.
Longbeach Campground
When you’re searching for a totally completely different expertise, Longbeach Campground is it. Positioned on 1,000 toes of beachfront, the property combines glamping with luxurious facilities and active-adventure choices (don’t be concerned, you may be sleeping on a mattress, not a sleeping bag). Vacationers right here can expertise the seashore, pool, out of doors spa, number of water sports activities (together with SUP, jet skis and kayaking), and even a floating theater.