Travel and transport agencies ÉMIRATS DE RAS AL-KHAÏMAH ET DE FUJAÏRAH

Owned by the emirate, this agency has been for a long time the one-stop shop for Rakians wishing to move. It represents many airlines, has global computer networks and will sell you almost anything that flies, rolls and sails whether in the emirate of Ras-al-Khaimah with trips to Jebel Jais for example, or to Saudi Arabia and Europe. The agency has a wide range of hours and a very good network.

Built in 1976, and expanded in 2007, it has 2 runways over 3.7 kilometres long and 2 passenger terminals. Since Rak Airways suspended commercial operations at the end of 2013, Air Arabia has had the monopoly. There are direct flights to Cairo, Muscat, Doha, Jeddah as well as major cities in Pakistan and Bangladesh. In high season, it is not uncommon to see charter flights arriving from Eastern Europe.

Hertz is a car rental company founded in 1918. The company is headquartered in Florida, USA and has no less than 8,000 branches in 150 countries with nearly 700,000 vehicles. In the United Arab Emirates, there are more than 15 branches: Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Ras al-Khaimah. Car rentals are possible from 21 years old with a valid driving license. It is perfectly possible to start the rental in one of the emirates and return it in another. They also have several hybrid models.

This company was founded in 2011 and operates over 230 taxis. As in the rest of the Emirates, taxis are metered and honest. You will find them roaming the streets, and of course in front of hotels. However, beware of the limousine syndrome, vehicles operated by private agencies and some hotels at much higher flat rates. In taxis, plan to carry small bills, as they rarely have change for large bills. The vehicles are well maintained and the company is directly answerable to the emirate authorities.

Manar Mall is a shopping mall located in Ras el Khaimah, in the United Arab Emirates. It is well known in the region and boasts over 1,000 stores of all kinds, as well as fast-food restaurants. In winter, it also offers an indoor skating rink and a giant aquarium. It also boasts a large Carrefour supermarket, perfect for shopping. The mall is popular with locals and tourists alike, and offers a pleasant experience with its many stores, playroom for children and teenagers, and varied dining options.

Fresh or hot drinks are enjoyed by surfing one of the 15 posts available.

Beyond Action is a tour operator, specialised in outdoor adventures, especially in the mountains. All leaders are certified mountain guides for whom safety is the priority. They organize hikes, camping, mountain safaris for all levels, but also kayak trips in the mangroves. They will make tailor-made estimates for trips with family or friends, team building activities for companies. Contact them to organize a different kind of holiday, focused on nature.

Built in 1987 and located 1.7 kilometers from the center of Fujairah, the only Emirati international airport on the coast was 90% cargo-oriented, and also operated a few charter and private jet flights. But a second runway has just been built, along with a new 57-metre-high control tower whose architecture evokes a falcon with folded wings. With Salam Air launching 18 destinations from Fujairah, airport traffic is set to increase.

Located in the city centre, at the foot of an old building between a cafeteria and a travel agency you will find this small local car rental agency. Present in Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and Fujairah, they rent cars to individuals including some 4X4 models and pick ups, but also buses and refrigerated trucks, by the day and by the month. Rental from 23 years old with at least 1 year of licence. They can also deliver your vehicle or pick it up for you, but with additional costs.

Taxis run freely day and night in the micro-capital of Fujairi. In the evening, the improbable and cadaverous green-yellow colour of the cars is not appreciated. As in other emirates, they are metered and you can trust them, driving the customer is not part of their habits. If you want to go to another emirate, negotiate the fare and agree before boarding, and don't hesitate to get the hotel staff to talk to them and negotiate for you.