The emirate of Ras Al Khaimah is certainly having its moment in the spotlight. The adventure capital of the UAE, incredible sea, city and mountain experiences await families looking to create cherished moments together. Think riding the world’s longest zipline, reconnecting with nature at Bear Grylls Explorers Camp, or topping the country’s highest peak, Jebel Jais. The perfect place to stay? Rixos Bab Al Bahr, of course.
Plumped pretty on the pristine sands of Al Marjan Island sits the pyramid-shaped, desert hued, ultra-all-inclusive resort of Rixos Bab Al Bahr – whispered between those in the know as the ultimate family playground, where there’s a new activity every day for children, big and small, to explore. The Rixy Kids Club offers little ones the VIP experience, where they can enjoy some friendly competition through interactive games, splash around in the kid’s pool, or show off their culinary skills in cooking classes. And when day turns to night, children are invited to slip on their dancing shoes and take to the dancefloor at the Rixy Kids Disco.
For teenagers, the Teens Club provides an opportunity to escape for some downtime with like-minded friends. Workshops throughout the day present the opportunity to learn something new, or competitive sides can be indulged by taking part in a pool or foosball tournament.
The fun is not exclusively reserved just for the kids. With a private beach, temperature-controlled swimming pools, basketball and tennis courts, jet-skiing, parasailing, and the Exclusive Sports Club that hosts daily fitness classes including yoga, CrossFit and Pilates, there really is unlimited entertainment for every age.
When it’s time to slow down, head to the heavenly Avitane Spa for a session of rest and relaxation. Combining Turkish hospitality and design, the largest spa in Ras Al Khaimah welcomes guests to endless access to the sauna, steam room, and areas of tranquillity, as any notion of stress fades away. Elevate the experience even further by pampering yourself with wellness therapies, beauty treatments or a signature Turkish hammam for the ultimate bliss, at an extra charge.
The multifarious offerings of the resort’s ultra-all-inclusive package flows across food and beverage, too. The hotel has 16 restaurants and bars from which to choose, and with Rixos Bab Al Bahr’s all-inclusive approach designed to let guests savour a taste of the world across its venues, the world is your oyster. Turkish delights can be found at Lalezar in an elegant Ottoman setting, while Aja serves up plates from Pan-Asia including Japanese, Thai and Indonesian delights. Carnivores can satisfy their cravings at delicious dining hotpot, Meat Point, and an exquisite feast of lobster, mussels and seafood awaits gastronomes at Fishbone.
Featuring 715 rooms and suites across three of its pyramids, families have a plethora of options as to where they hang their hats. Choose the Kids Escape Family Suite and expect a king-sized bed and two bunk beds housed inside an impressive garden house. Or place yourself in the Two Bedroom Family Suite that surrenders views of the iridescent sea, with ample space and comfort with penthouse style-standards.
A part of the ALL Inclusive Collection, the real beauty of Rixos Bab Al Bahr is that there is quite literally something for everyone. Whether it’s unwinding in a private cabana by the beach while sipping on superbly created concoctions, increasing the tempo with a pulse-pounding activity, or just experiencing five-star Turkish hospitality at its best, it’s all on tap, whenever you want it, whenever you need it.
