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Emaar Revives Hotel Project in Ras Al Khaimah, Now Five Times Bigger

The Address resort is going ahead in Ras Al Khaimah. First announced in 2018, Dubai operators Emaar never gave the luxe property a firm opening date, until now. The property will open in 2028, one year after the Wynn resort on the same off-shore Al Marjan island of the emirate. The project has a whole…

Hotels

Four Seasons Joining Ras Al Khaimah Gamble With Own Resort

After the Wynn casino was announced, luxury operators have been rushing to the once-quiet Ras Al Khaimah. Four Seasons could be next, betting on a "gaming state" to ensure its success.

Four Seasons Joining Ras Al Khaimah Gamble With Own Resort

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IDEAS: Ras Al Khaimah Launches New Short-Form Creative Campaign

Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has partnered with award-winning creative agency, Beautiful Destinations, on a new creative campaign featuring 30 pieces of short-form video content. Credit: Beautiful Destinations x Ras Al Khaimah The campaign has been designed to ‘reach travel audiences through ‘real’, snackable content, inspiring travelers as they begin their research, which…

Hotels

Middle East Hotel Project Count Hits All-Time High

It's not surprising that the Middle East is prioritizing hotel development to accommodate a growing influx of tourists. This proactive approach aligns with their broader economic and tourism strategies to foster long-term growth and competitiveness in the global tourism market.

Middle East Hotel Project Count Hits All-Time High

Hotels

Wynn Resorts CEO Expects Gaming License Soon for UAE’s First Casino

After all the "will they, won't they?" the Wynn Resorts CEO has reaffirmed that UAE is finally saying, "Deal!" to its very first casino!

Wynn Resorts CEO Expects Gaming License Soon for UAE’s First Casino

Tourism

Events in Abu Dhabi Will No Longer Pay Tourism Tax

In its effort to position itself as a destination for large-scale events and conferences, Abu Dhabi has been investing in world-class venues. And now it's incentivizing event planners even more by scrapping a 10 percent tax.

Events in Abu Dhabi Will No Longer Pay Tourism Tax

Tourism

Dubai’s Ambitious $8.7 Trillion Economic Plan Prioritizes Tourism

It's interesting to note how each of Dubai's ambitious economic predictions rests on its tourism prowess and its ability to attract international visitors.

Dubai’s Ambitious $8.7 Trillion Economic Plan Prioritizes Tourism

Tourism

Gulf Region Boasts 170,000 Hotel Rooms in Active Development Pipeline

Even as global hotel development may have slowed down due to serious risks looming over the economy, the hospitality sector's development of Gulf nations remains robust. The nations realize offering choice is essential for people to visit a destination.

Gulf Region Boasts 170,000 Hotel Rooms in Active Development Pipeline