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The island is also renowned for its New Year’s Eve fireworks. Getty
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Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Wam
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The development will house a huge resort by 2026. Photo: Marjan Island
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The deal to host the Wynn hotel was signed by Abdullah Al Abdooli, chief executive of Marjan, and Craig Billings, chief executive of Wynn Resorts. Photo: Marjan Island
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The multi-billion-dollar resort will include a gaming area. Photo: Marjan Island
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The construction of Bab Al Bahr Residences on Marjan Island in 2009. Paulo Vecina / The National
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Today, Marjan Island has about 7.8 kilometres of pristine beaches and 23 kilometres of waterfront in addition to world-class hotels and residential developments. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism
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The island is also renowned for its New Year’s Eve fireworks. Getty
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Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah. Photo: Wam
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The development will house a huge resort by 2026. Photo: Marjan Island
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The deal to host the Wynn hotel was signed by Abdullah Al Abdooli, chief executive of Marjan, and Craig Billings, chief executive of Wynn Resorts. Photo: Marjan Island
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The multi-billion-dollar resort will include a gaming area. Photo: Marjan Island
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The construction of Bab Al Bahr Residences on Marjan Island in 2009. Paulo Vecina / The National
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Today, Marjan Island has about 7.8 kilometres of pristine beaches and 23 kilometres of waterfront in addition to world-class hotels and residential developments. Photo: Ras Al Khaimah Tourism
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The island is also renowned for its New Year’s Eve fireworks. Getty
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25 January, 2022
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