Guide
From The Report: Ras Al Khaimah 2015
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The Guide explores some of the cultural heritage on offer to visitors in RAK, as well as listings of leading hotels and resorts, and contacts for important government offices and services. It also contains useful tips and information for first-time or regular and business and leisure visitors alike.
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DOUBLETREE BY HILTON RESORT & SPA MARJAN ISLAND POBox 14800, Marjan Island Boulevard, Ras Al Khaimah, UAE T: (07) 203 0000 F: (07) 203 0003 r asalkhaimah.doubletreebyhilton.com ras-al-khaimah-resort@hilton.com Rooms: 485 guest rooms, including 5 suites and 150 chalets. Business & Conference Facilities: Audio-visual equipment rental, access to fax, modem and photocopying services, printer, 3 meeting rooms, high-speed internet. Health & Leisure Facilities: Live music, fitness…
Facts for visitors: Useful tips for arrivalsOBGplus
Etiquette A handshake is usually the first introduction in a business setting. In any greeting between men and women, the woman must extend her hand first. If she does not, a man should bow his head instead. Accepting or offering anything with the left hand is considered to be impolite. Language Arabic is the official language, but English is also widely spoken, particularly in the business community. Legal documents, however, must be written in, or translated into, Arabic before they can be submitted…
Facts for visitors: Useful tips for arrivalsOBGplus
Etiquette A handshake is usually the first introduction in a business setting. In any greeting between men and women, the woman must extend her hand first. If she does not, a man should bow his head instead. Accepting or offering anything with the left hand is considered to be impolite. Language Arabic is the official language, but English is also widely spoken, particularly in the business community. Legal documents, however, must be written in, or translated into, Arabic before they can be submitted…
