United Arab Emirates to allow ‘gaming’ as casino giant Wynn Resorts plans multibillion-dollar project | Times of Oman

United Arab Emirates to allow ‘gaming’ as casino giant Wynn Resorts plans multibillion-dollar project | Times of Oman

RAS AL KHAIMAH, UAE: Marjan, RAK Hospitality Holding and Wynn Resorts, Limited, the US-listed international developer and operator of luxury resorts, have announced a multibillion-dollar integrated resort development on the man-made Al Marjan Island in Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates. A statement said, "The spectacular Al Marjan Island, already a leading tourism destination, is only 15 minutes from the Ras Al Khaimah International Airport and 45 minutes from the Dubai International Airport. Comprising four islands, Al Marjan Island delights visitors with over 7. 8 kilometers of sparkling beaches and 23 kilometers of waterfront in addition to world-class hotels and residential developments." Al Marjan Island spans an area of 2. 7 million sqm of reclaimed land extending into the Arabian Gulf. The new integrated resort on one of the exclusive islands, which covers an area of almost 250, 000 sqm, will offer a pristine setting with spectacular views of the Arabian Gulf as well as sandy beaches and a marina. The development is the first beach resort being developed by Wynn Resorts globally. The current scope includes a 1, 000+ room hotel, high-end shopping mall, a state-of-the-art meeting and convention facility, an exclusive spa, more than 10 restaurants and lounges,