Ras Al Khaimah is one of the oldest Emirates in the United Arab Emirates. The Emirate received its name due to its geographical location. The fact is that the Emirate is located on the northern borders of the state and tops its, and in the Arabic language Ras Al Khaimah means “top of the tent”.
Location and Geographical Advantages
The Emirate is located at the crossroads of main trade arteries going from West to East and back. That is why for a long time a port city was located here, and international trade has been always thriving. The rich trading past became the basis for modern international relations and attraction of foreign investors in the local economy.
The total area of the Emirate makes up more than 1,600 square kilometres and includes both mainland and separate island formations. The capital of the Emirate is divided into two halves by the waters of the gulf. Adjacent waters serve the international navigation harbour - Saqr port. This port complex is a key element in the export of raw and other materials.
The world famous healing thermal springs are located in the southern part of the Emirate. These picturesque mountain ranges and natural radon bathes have a health and recovery effect. Hot springs is a great opportunity to restore health during exciting excursions and trips.
It is worth noting that the Emirate is located at about the same distance from the world's major business centres. Dubai international airport, which offers a free access to anywhere in the world, is located within an hour drive. You shall only go to the air harbour in the neighbouring Emirate.
Ras Al Khaimah - Dubai – Distance, How to reach
If you are planning to visit for the first time the United Arab Emirates, in particular Ras Al Khaimah, it is recommended to think in advance about transport to move. You can make a trip to Dubai from Ras Al Khaimah in the following ways:
Regular Bus
Special regular buses run between the resort areas, cities, and from the airport to the city and back. Bus service is the most affordable transport means in the UAE. The only drawback is that it will take you up to a certain point. To use the bus you should have at least the minimum knowledge of the local area. In addition the UAE have their own specifics – tourists usually do not use regular buses.
Taxi
Taxis run everywhere and in all directions; catching a taxi is not very difficult, but it requires additional time. The costs of a taxi are relatively low.
Transfer Booking
Perhaps booking a taxi in advance solves all possible problems and difficulties. The main thing you should pay attention to is:
- Your requirement (the class of car);
- Number of passengers and cargo luggage;
- Calculation of travel time.
You will be offered a wide variety of categories of cars, from representational models to classical small cars of economy class. All depends on your requirements and budget.
The time required to get to Dubai by car is about one and a half hours. If you plan a trip to Dubai the easiest way is to rent a car with a driver for a whole day.
The driver will meet you at the airport or at the hotel, he will have all the necessary information, how many people and where they shall be brought. Without too many questions and with the maximum comfort you will be taken to the right place at the right time, which is the main advantage of the transfer. Besides you will know the cost of such trip upon ordering, thus avoiding unpleasant surprises.
Early booking of taxi from Ras Al Khaimah to Dubai airport will solve a lot of transport issues at one time. You can be calm since you will not miss your flight and will certainly fly away home. You can order a transfer directly at the hotel or through your travel agency.
Distance from Ras Al Khaimah to Dubai and other Emirates.
Only about 90 km separate the Emirate of Sharjah from Ras Al Khaimah.
The distance between Dubai and Ras Al Khaimah makes up a little over 100 km.
The distance to Fujairah, located on the coast of the Indian Ocean, is about the same as the distance to Dubai – a little more than 100 km.
The distance to the capital of the UAE - Abu Dhabi - from the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah makes up about 250 kilometres.
At the same time you can reach the destinations through all of the abovementioned directions by super-modern multi-band motor highways with all necessary adjacent infrastructures.
