The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert.

Spread across 1,235 acres of the Al Wadi Nature Reserve, this resort trades the typical coastal skyline for the rolling terracotta dunes of the Arabian desert. The 108 villas are modeled after traditional Bedouin architecture but finished with high-end modernism, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and private infinity pools that look out over the Al Hajjar Mountains. The experience focuses heavily on the environment; guests can track indigenous gazelles and oryx, practice falconry, or visit the on-site equestrian center. Dining options range from a farm-to-table concept at Farmhouse to a modern Japanese izakaya. For wellness, the spa’s "Rainforest" circuit offers a distinctive hydrothermal experience that contrasts the arid landscape. While deep in the desert, guests maintain a link to the coast with complimentary access to the beach at the brand’s sister property nearby.