RAK Tourism news
Visitor numbers, hotel supply, aviation routes and the visitor economy of Ras Al Khaimah — reported daily and sourced. The emirate is working toward 3.5 million annual visitors by 2030, and this page tracks every step of it.
Air India Express Launches Direct Mangaluru–Ras Al Khaimah Flights
Air India Express has commenced direct flights between Mangaluru (India) and Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, operating three weekly services.
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HIGHLANDER RAK Launches New Summit Challenge for November
The HIGHLANDER outdoor adventure series has introduced a shorter, steeper summit challenge in Ras Al Khaimah for November 2026.
RAK on Wheels 2026 Opens With Car Shows and Engine Power Contests
The third Ras Al Khaimah Motor and Bike Festival, RAK on Wheels 2026, opened with over 60 exhibitors from the UAE, Gulf and Jordan.
Ras Al Khaimah Just Had Its Busiest Half-Year Ever. Here’s What Opens Next
Ras Al Khaimah recorded its busiest half‑year on record, with strong tourism arrivals prompting announcements of new hotel openings, leisure attractions,…
Ras Al Khaimah Delegation Concludes Four-State U.S. Mission with Expanded Partnerships
A Ras Al Khaimah delegation has concluded a four-state U.S. mission covering Florida, Michigan, Nevada, and Utah, securing expanded partnerships for…
FHS World Confirms Return to Ras Al Khaimah for 2027
The prestigious FHS World conference has announced its return to Ras Al Khaimah in 2027, signaling the emirate's growing status as a global MICE….
RAK Tourism Development Authority Signs Strategic MoU With Emirates
The Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) has partnered with Emirates airline to increase visitor arrivals and enhance the emirate's….
Ras Al Khaimah tourism hits a record 670,000 visitors
Ras Al Khaimah tourism hit a record 670,000 visitors in the first half of 2026. What the numbers mean for hotels, aviation and the RAK economy.
RAK's 670,000-visitor record is powered by domestic and MICE travel
RAKTDA credits a strategic pivot toward meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions, plus the luxury wedding market, for sustaining growth despite regional headwinds.
Understanding Ras Al Khaimah
Evergreen guidesTourism in RAK: frequently asked
How many tourists visit Ras Al Khaimah each year?
The emirate recorded 1.35 million visitors across 2025 and reached 670,000 in the first half of 2026 alone, tracking ahead of its own pacing target.
What is the best time to visit Ras Al Khaimah?
October through April offers mild coastal weather and cooler conditions on Jebel Jais, which is why hotel rates peak in that window.
Which airlines fly directly to Ras Al Khaimah?
RAK International Airport carries a rotating set of regional and South Asian services; PIA resumed direct flights in September 2026.
When does Wynn Al Marjan Island open?
The resort is scheduled for 2027 and is expected to reset both room supply and rates across the emirate.