The region's growing popularity for destination weddings is attributable to a number of factors, as Nasser outlined, "Weddings in the region are, in general, a good combination of being beautiful and affordable, combined with the attractiveness of the country for tourism or honeymoon."

As a destination fortunate to boast an abundance of natural assets as well as a diverse range of attractions and activities, Ras Al Khaimah certainly offers something for everyone.

In contrast to the metropolises of Dubai and Abu Dhabi, the fourth largest emirate offers a unique package, all within a short 45 minute drive from Dubai.

RAS AL KHAIMAH’S TARGET OF ATTRACTING ONE MILLION VISITORS BY THE END OF 2018, AS OUTLINED IN ITS VISION 2019, IS WELL UNDERWAY, AS THE RAPIDLY EMERGING EMIRATE DAZZLES INTERNATIONAL AND REGIONAL TOURISTS ALIKE.

WITH VISITOR NUMBERS FOR THE FIRST EIGHT MONTHS OF THE YEAR SHOWING A 7.4 PERCENT YEAR-ON-YEAR RISE, RAS AL KHAIMAH IS SURELY ON A GROWTH PATH.

“Sports tourism is undoubtedly becoming one of the fastest-growing market segments in the tourism industry,” concurred Kamal Rijhwani, executive assistant manager, Radisson Blu Resort Sharjah

Hoteliers are in fact very much keen on supporting the tourism authority’s ambitions and are doing their part in repositioning Ras Al Khaimah.

In fact, over the past months, RAK International Airport received a high volume of charter flights from flynas, as well as from Germany, Russia, Poland and Latvia.

AIMING TO ATTRACT ONE MILLION VISITORS BY THE END OF 2018, RAS AL KHAIMAH IS FINE-TUNING A NEW BRANDING CAMPAIGN FOR