As winter takes hold of the UK, Ras Al Khaimah invites visitors to enjoy an unforgettable winter sun holiday. Travellers can fly to the northernmost Emirate of the UAE and celebrate the most wonderful time of the year with a plethora of events and activities to get you into the festive spirit, including a Guinness World Record attempt at a New Years celebration.
ENJOY THE CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEARS EVE CELEBRATIONS
Revel in the holiday spirit at one of Ras Al Khaimah’s leading hotels from traditional Christmas Eve and Christmas Day themed buffets to specially curated dinner menus served across the properties’ restaurants, meaning guests will be spoilt for choice. Diners are invited to enjoy the spirit of the season with live entertainment, kids’ activities, as well as a ‘surprise’ drop-in from Santa.
Welcoming 2022 in extravagant style, guests can indulge in lavish celebrations and stay in one of the Emirate’s hotels located on Marjan Island or Al Hamra to view the record-breaking fireworks. Set to dazzle with two new Guinness World Record attempts, the 12-minute magnificent fireworks performance on New Year’s Eve will cover the 4.7km stretch along the waterfront, accompanied by a crescendo of modern and dynamic music.
While enjoying all the festive celebrations, take a look at these other locations which Ras Al Khaimah is the perfect destination for some much-needed winter sun :
EXPLORE THE NEW ATTRACTIONS ON JEBEL JAIS, UAE’S HIGHEST MOUNTAIN PEAK
Billed as the region’s adventure capital, the area of Jebel Jais situated in the majestic Hajar mountain range, is the UAE’s highest peak (1,934m), ideal for adrenaline-fuelled getaways and new adventures. As a growing number of travellers look towards responsible, nature-driven travel, Ras Al Khaimah is launching some exciting new additions to the mountain by the end of Q4 2021 purposely built with sustainability standards and processes including:
Jais Wings, the first dedicated paragliding site in the GCC.
Jais Sledder, the region’s longest toboggan ride at 1,840 meters.
Jais Swing, made of twin ropes to provide amazing views and a unique content opportunity for the ultimate Instagram-able moment.
IT’S HOME TO THE LONGEST ZIPLINE IN THE WORLD
Heading the charge of adventures on offer is the Jebel Jais Flight: The World’s Longest Zipline. Introduced in 2018, it is one of the destination’s highest-profile attractions, loved by adrenaline junkies from around the world. The length of the zipline spans an incredible 2.83km, equivalent to over 28 soccer fields. The zipliners soar through the skies at a height of 1,680 metres above sea level, reaching speeds of 120kph to 150kph – an adventure of a lifetime.
ADVENTURE CALLS AT THE FIRST BEAR GRYLLS EXPLORERS CAMP ACCOMMODATION
If you are ready to embrace your adventurous side, then head over to the ‘Bear Grylls Explorers Camp’ bringing a variety of courses developed by Bear Grylls himself that offer insight into his dynamic and hands-on techniques.
‘The Survival Academy’ is open daily teaching travellers practical and extreme survival techniques. Visitors can also enjoy walks, hiking, biking, and abseiling on the mountain, as well as the ‘Jebel Jais Via Ferrata’ that offers three levels of experiences for adventurers, or the ‘Ropes Course’ – a self-guided adventure 10 meters above ground with two levels of endless fun.
After a day packed with exciting activities, you can spend the night in the world’s first Bear Grylls branded camp accommodation. The recycled 16 lodges were designed to host up to three adults, or two adults and one child, with self-catering facilities.
THERE’S A RICH CULTURAL HISTORY
The Emirate boasts an impressive heritage and rich cultural history with ruins and forts, which include four sites on the UNESCO tentative list namely Julfar, Shimal, Jazirah Al Hamra and Dhaya Fort.
Travellers can also visit the Suwaidi Pearl Farm which is the only cultured pearl farm in the region bringing guests closer to the nation’s heritage, through mangrove tours, pearl diving demonstrations, and an informative tour of the overwater facilities.
