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Ras Al Khaimah breaks visitor number records in August
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has announced record-breaking visitor numbers to the emirate in August. Almost 118,000 visitors choose the northern-most of the United Arab Emirates to visit last month.
Oliver steps up to lead Ritz-Carlton properties in Ras Al Khaimah
Experienced hotelier Tracey Oliver has been appointed general manager of the two Ritz-Carlton properties in Ras Al Khaimah. Previously head of Hotel de l’Opera MGallery Collection in Hanoi, Vietnam, she will seek to elevate the already exceptional guest experiences throughout the exquisite resorts.
Ras Al Khaimah to host new WTTC forum
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has announced that the emirate will be hosting the World Travel & Tourism Council Middle East & North Africa Leaders Forum 2019 in October.
Phillips replaces Mattar as chief executive of Ras al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority
Raki Phillips has been announced as the new chief executive of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. Officials at the authority argue that his appointment marks the commencement of a new phase of tourism development for the emirate.
Dukes Dubai-operator Barceló Group reveals new property plans
Barceló Hotel Group – operators of Dukes Dubai on the Palm Jumeirah in Dubai – have revealed plans for a new venture in the United Arab Emirates. Looking north, the group has ambitions to launch a new five-star property on Al Marjan Island in Ras al Khaimah.
Ras Al Khaimah launches Marjan Ramadan tent
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has announced the opening of Al Marjan Ramadan Tent at Puro Café & Terrace on the beautiful Al Marjan Island.
Haitham Mattar, chief executive, Ras al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority
Chatting with Breaking Travel News at Arabian Travel Market, Haitham Mattar, chief executive of the Ras al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, brings us all the latest headlines from the destination. With MICE tourism joining the adventure sector as a key target for the emirate, it appears well on course to meet its ambitious arrivals targets.
Paul Gardiner, managing director, Bear Grylls Survival Academy
Having signed a partnership with the Rad al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority to bring the Bear Grylls Survival Academy to the United Arab Emirates, Paul Gardiner here explains the significance of the decision to Breaking Travel News during the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai.
Ras Al Khaimah signs partnership with Bear Grylls Survival Academy
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has entered into an agreement with Bear Grylls Survival Academy to establish and operate a location on Jebel Jais as part of its ongoing drive to attract more adventure seekers from around the world.
Ras al Khaimah signs ECTAA partnership to promote emirate
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority has signed a memorandum of understanding with the European Travel Agents’ & Tour Operators’ Associations to boost European outbound tourism to the emirate.
Haitham Mattar, chief executive, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority
As the emirate welcomes the return of the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference, Haitham Mattar, chief executive of the Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, speaks to Breaking Travel News about its importance to the destination. Following a successful hosting last year, he also tells us about the 6,000 hotel rooms expected to join the hospitality market this year.
Samuel Dean Sidiqi, chief executive, RAK Properties
Samuel Dean Sidiqi, chief executive of RAK Properties, tells Breaking Travel News about his ambitions for the company and the wider tourism sector in Ras al Khaimah during the Arabian Hotel Investment Conference in the United Arab Emirates.