Wynn, Four Seasons, Nobu: Ras Al Khaimah Is Doubling Its Hotel Rooms
With a Wynn resort, a private jet terminal, and a wave of luxury hotels on the way, the emirate is no longer just a weekend escape from Dubai.
Deepthi Nair is Skift’s Middle East Reporter, covering aviation, hospitality, tourism policy, and travel trends across the Gulf and wider region. Based in Dubai, she reports on how the region is reshaping global travel — from airline expansion and visa shifts to mega tourism projects. She regularly interviews top industry executives and government leaders. Outside of work, Deepthi is usually planning her next trip.
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