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Ras al Khaimah holidays

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Ras Al Khaimah is the northernmost emirate, nestled between the Hajar Mountains on the east and the Arabian Gulf on the west. It's steeped in history dating back to 5,000BC, with archeological finds including forts and abandoned villages.

The city of Ras Al Khaimah is the emirate's capital and is divided into two parts by a creek. The western part, Old Ras Al Khaimah, is home to some great shopping malls, while the eastern part, Al Nakheel, is where you can browse markets.

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Ras Al Khaimah holiday highlights
•   With a diverse landscape ranging from rugged mountain scenery and sandy deserts to fertile plains, golden sand beaches and a bustling creek, you won't be short of leisure activities to keep you occupied.
•   If you're looking for a round of golf, there's also a new 18-hole course.
•   Visit neighbouring Dubai, a glittering hub of duty-free shopping, soaring landmarks and luxury hotels.

Ras Al Khaimah Multi-Centre holidays
We can easily combine your Ras Al Khaimah holiday with one of our other fantastic destinations, such as Hong Kong or Mauritius.

For more information about Ras Al Khaimah, read our online facts.

Time difference / local time

GMT +4 hours
Language

Arabic. English is widely understood.

Currency

Dirham
Safety

The United Arab Emirates is considered a very safe destination, but as with any major city or resort, take care of your valuables.

Passports and Visas

•  Make sure you have a full 10-year passport.
•  British and Irish passport holders don’t need a visa.

Flying time to destination

Dubai - 6¾ hours
Abu Dhabi - 7 hours

Activities

Beach, Nature & Quietness, History & Tradition, Sport in general, Watersports, Golf, Wellness / Spa
Eating/Drinking

•   Try mezze, a selection of starters that's as filling as a main course. It includes:
    o  Tabbouleh (a salad of chopped parsley, cracked wheat, tomatoes and mint)
    o  Hummus (chickpea and sesame seed dip)
    o  Moutabel (aubergine puree)
    o  Waraeinab (stuffed vine leaves with rice)
    o  Tahini (sesame seed paste, yoghurt and lemon dip)
    o  Arabic bread
•   Main dishes include:
    o  Machbous (spiced lamb with rice)
    o  Hareis (simmered wheat and tender lamb)
    o  Meshwi (a mixed grill of various types of meat and sausage)
    o  Locally caught fish or shellfish.
•   For a snack, try shawarma - slivers of grilled lamb carved from a vertical spit and served with salad in a pocket of Arab bread.
•   For desert try esh asaraya (cheesecake) and umm’ail (bread pudding with cinnamon and nutmeg).
•   The middle east is famous for its sweet pastries, although fruit is the usual dessert.

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Religion
Islam

Dialling code
+971 7

Summer or Winter destination?

Summer, Winter
Tipping

In most cases, a service charge of 15–18 % will be added to your bill.

Climate data for this region

Best time to visit

The United Arab Emirates are warm all year round, but the best time to visit is from November to March when the average maximun temperature is 25°C. May to September are the hottest months, when temperatures often exceed 40°C.

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    This safari gives you an opportunity to see the golden sand dunes of Arabia in 4-wheel drives where you experience the thrill of a lifetime, a rollercoaster ride on the sand dunes. You stop on the highest sand dune to view the beautiful sunset for some breathtaking photographs and refresh yourself with mineral water....


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  • Dhow Cruise - Ex Ras Al Khaimah:

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  • Dubai City Tour - Ex Ras Al Khaimah:

    Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, minimum 2 pax. Dubai is a city that provides a new setting at every turn, richly mixing together the old and the new; it is without a doubt the leading tourist destination in the Middle East.‑ Dubai is a city of ages that rises out of the desert and crowns the gulf coast with its prese...


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