{"id":7214,"date":"2022-04-29T05:33:51","date_gmt":"2022-04-29T05:33:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rakmediaoffice.ae\/?p=7214"},"modified":"2022-05-09T05:36:12","modified_gmt":"2022-05-09T05:36:12","slug":"birds-eye-view-of-ras-al-khaimah-with-brand-new-hot-air-balloon-experience","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rakmediaoffice.ae\/en\/media-center\/press-releases\/birds-eye-view-of-ras-al-khaimah-with-brand-new-hot-air-balloon-experience\/","title":{"rendered":"BIRD\u2019S-EYE VIEW OF RAS AL KHAIMAH WITH BRAND-NEW HOT AIR BALLOON EXPERIENCE"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- VideographyWP Plugin Message: Automatic video embedding prevented by plugin options. --><br \/>\n<strong>UP, UP AND AWAY: GET A BIRD\u2019S-EYE VIEW OF RAS AL KHAIMAH WITH BRAND-NEW HOT AIR BALLOON EXPERIENCE AT MANAR MALL<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><em>Take to the skies and soak in the awe-inspiring views of the Emirate via the new tethered hot air balloon flight opening on April 30<sup>th<\/sup> at Manar Mall in Ras Al Khaimah <\/em><\/p>\n<p>Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority (RAKTDA) announces the opening of <strong>RAK Airventure<\/strong>, a brand-new tethered hot air ballooning experience, available exclusively at Manar Mall, the Emirate\u2019s most popular shopping and leisure centre. Opening to the public on Saturday 30<sup>th<\/sup> April just in time for the Eid Al Fitr holidays, the family-friendly experience offers breath-taking aerial views of Ras Al Khaimah\u2019s diverse natural and urban scenery.<\/p>\n<p>Offering all the thrills of a traditional hot air balloon ride in a safe and fun environment suitable for all ages, flights last approximately 10 minutes to giving time to soak in the stunning views from above like never before. Seek out the majestic Hajar Mountains, rolling terracotta dunes, lush mangroves and the city\u2019s busy markets, palaces and mosques \u2013 as you fly almost 30 meters above the ground.<\/p>\n<p>Commenting on the launch of RAK Airventure, <strong>Raki Phillips, CEO of Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority<\/strong>, said: \u201cWe are delighted to unveil Ras Al Khaimah\u2019s latest attraction, another unique way for visitors to explore our diverse Emirate and soak up its beautiful sights. With nature, adventure and outdoor experiences at the very core of our destination strategy, RAK Airventure is a perfect addition to our portfolio, providing stunning 360-degree views of our unique landscapes.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The launch of RAK Airventure follows the Authority\u2019s announcement in May 2021 of over 20 new sustainable tourism initiatives across the Emirate marking an investment of half a billion dirhams in partnership with RAK Hospitality Holding and RAK Chamber of Commerce and Industry. These projects center on the Emirate\u2019s new destination strategy that focuses on nature, leisure, adventure, accessibility and authenticity.<\/p>\n<p>Operated by the General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA), the flights are run by fully qualified pilots with years of experience in the ballooning industry. Welcoming visitors from five to 75 years old, including people of determination, for safety reasons, passengers must be able to physically climb into the basket unaided.<\/p>\n<p>RAK Airventure is open daily from 5pm until sunset at Manar Mall, flight availability might be altered due to weather conditions. Kids under 12 years old must be accompanied by an adult and tickets are priced at AED 75 for both adults and children. To find out more about information on RAK Airventure and to book your spot in its sunrise or sunset flights, please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/urldefense.com\/v3\/__https:\/rak.platinumlist.net\/event-tickets\/82921\/rak-airventure-tethered-balloon-experience__;!!Gajz09w!HmvY62DbkYaneoRPf20Sxdp-zPP2ppYC2VCOb3wm7sj8LI1lrPaeZnNbYGDeDgf8pOXbAg$\">Platinum List<\/a> or purchase tickets from <a href=\"https:\/\/visitrasalkhaimah.com\/discover\/shopping\/manar-mall\/\">Manar Mall<\/a>. In the meantime, please visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.visitrasalkhaimah.com\">visitrasalkhaimah.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>UP, UP AND AWAY: GET A BIRD\u2019S-EYE VIEW OF RAS AL KHAIMAH WITH BRAND-NEW HOT AIR BALLOON EXPERIENCE AT MANAR MALL Take to the skies and soak in the awe-inspiring views of the Emirate via the new tethered hot air balloon flight opening on April 30th at Manar Mall in Ras Al Khaimah Ras Al 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