Building on a track record of remarkable achievements, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) reports its strongest year ever, welcoming a record-high 1.28 million overnight arrivals in 2024, marking 12% growth in tourism revenues. This success is a testament to the Emirate’s strategic and sustainable growth vision to attract over 3.5 million annual visitors by 2030.
Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) reports 1.28 million overnight arrivals in 2024 and with a 12% growth in tourism revenues this is a record-high for the Emirate. This well-deserved success can be attributed to the Emirate’s strategic and sustainable growth vision to attract over 3.5 million annual visitors by 2030.
Commenting on the Emirate’s achievements, Raki Phillips, CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority said: “2024 was a milestone year for Ras Al Khaimah, showcasing our commitment to sustainability, enhanced connectivity, and diverse experiences tailored to every traveller.
Looking ahead, our vision extends beyond attracting more visitors; we aim to position Ras Al Khaimah as a destination of the future. With significant investments, world-class events, and groundbreaking developments on the horizon, 2025 is set to be another remarkable year.”
There are several factors that underpin this robust performance in 2024 including; an expanding and diverse hospitality portfolio with a well-balanced mix of internationally branded luxury hotels and family-friendly resorts such as Anantara Mina Al Arab Resort, featuring the Emirate’s first overwater villas, and the Sofitel Al Hamra Beach Resort opened their doors, adding to Ras Al Khaimah’s world-class hospitality portfolio.
A growing calendar of varied international events, increased connectivity to Ras Al Khaimah International Airport, best-in-class marketing campaigns and over 2,200 international activities and market engagements across 70 cities. These factors combined with
A clear focus on building a sustainable future RAKTDA’s the title of ‘Middle East’s Most Sustainable Project’ at the Forbes Middle East Sustainability Leaders’ Summit and sustainability efforts extend to cultural preservation, with RAKTDA building its Cultural and Heritage Vision in 2024 – a road map that will preserve 20 of the Emirate’s 80+ historical and archaeological sites that date back as far as the Bronze Age. By developing these sites as key attractions to provide more authentic experiences for visitors and empowering Emiratis to actively participate in tourism, Ras Al Khaimah will ensure its unique heritage is preserved for future generations.
This strategic vision and execution is clearly resulting in a flourishing tourism sector for Ras Al Khaimah.
