While most people are familiar with Dubai and Abu Dhabi in the United Arab Emirates, Ras Al Khaimah is fast claiming its place as one of the top destinations in the UAE.

Younis Al Dawoodi embodies this entrepreneurial spirit. Al Dawoodi has continued his family’s legacy while establishing himself as an influential figure in Ras Al-Khaimah’s business space.

Tourism in RAK grew by 15.6% in 2022 and 7.8% in 2023. But Ras Al Khaimah is playing the long game, and it won’t be until 2027 that tourism makes a meaningful move toward the decade-end target.

Ras Al Khaimah is already home to a wide variety of breathtaking hotels – from ultra-luxurious resorts managed by some of the most notable names in the business, to family-friendly city-and ...

While Ras Al Khaimah isn’t aiming to attract them all, it has set a target of 3.5 million visitors by 2030, with accessibility a pillar in its tourism expansion.