Located in the United Arab Emirates, Ras Al Khaimah is known for its pristine beaches and undisturbed sand dunes. Under the golden desert sun lie memories of days before oil was struck and hints of Bedouin and Arabic cultures that haven&rsquot been engulfed by the passage of time. The city is known for the National Museum of Ras Al Khaimah which occupies a centuries-old fort.
Already the holder of several Guinness World Records for its legendary fireworks performances, Ras Al Khaimah is once again aiming to create a mesmerising New Year&rsquos Eve spectacle. And the event will aim at securing two GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS&trade.
Taking place along the stunning waterfront between Al Marjan Island and Al Hamra, it will be attempting to break the world record for the &lsquoMost Remote Operated Multirotors/Drones Launching Fireworks Simultaneously&rsquo, and set a new world record for the &lsquoLargest Aerial Sentence Formed by Multirotors/Drones&rsquo.
Set to last an impressive 12 minutes, the dramatic fireworks display promises awe-inspiring moments with a compelling drone show, and sensational pyrotechnics.
"We are thrilled to be attempting two GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS&trade for our #RAKNYE2023 celebrations," said Raki Phillips, Chief Executive Officer at Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority. "Known as the &lsquonature&rsquo Emirate, due to its unique topography, everything we do in Ras Al Khaimah is magical by nature and we look forward to welcoming visitors from across the world to experience this spectacular feat.&rdquo
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This year&rsquos Ras Al Khaimah News Year&rsquos Eve celebration is even more special and larger, with a family-oriented festival offering the perfect viewing platform for midnight.
Welcoming revellers of all ages, the family-friendly event will come alive at a dedicated viewing deck opposite Al Marjan Island, from 2pm to 2am. It will feature a concert by some of the UAE&rsquos best DJs and artists, including Sound of Nikhil, DJ Ash and Blues O&rsquo Bantaloon, the renowned band from Jordan. There will be mesmerising carnival-like performances, crowd karaoke on stage, food trucks and much more. Children under 12 can enter for free while adults can purchase tickets for AED 10 from the ticketing office on site.
The fireworks spectacle can also be viewed from any of the hotels lined up from Al Marjan Island to Al Hamra. The mega-island&rsquos resorts are laying down the red carpet to welcome 2023 with special celebrations, scrumptious gala dinners and family-friendly fun so visitors can create magical moments.
Ras Al Khaimah has a strong track record for making history with its astounding New Year&rsquos Eve celebrations, setting the world record for the &lsquoHighest Altitude Multirotor/Drone Firework Display&rsquo at last year&rsquos event. It also holds the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS&trade titles for the &lsquoMost Unmanned Aerial Vehicles for Launching Fireworks Simultaneously&rsquo and the &lsquoLongest Fireworks Waterfall,&rsquo gained in 2020, as well as records for the &lsquoLongest chain of fireworks&rsquo and the &lsquoLongest straight line of fireworks&rsquo with its 2019 New Year&rsquos Eve Fireworks.
To find out more on the NYE celebrations and watch the live streaming, visit raknye.com.