The Ritz-Carlton Ras Al Khaimah, Al Wadi Desert

8 Stunning Desert Resorts in the UAE | Condé Nast Traveler

"Set within the protected Al Wadi Nature Reserve, this 494-acre escape scatters more than 100 villas through the Wadi Khadeja valley, each tented retreat featuring a private pool and sundeck cabana, polished interiors inspired by heritage materials and design, and prime sightlines for free-roaming wildlife. Desert activities range from nature walks to horse riding, and wellness rises to the fore at The Rainforest hydrothermal suite with 16 sensory stations, including the Igloo overflowing with crushed ice and a pebble foot spa. For something special, a private chef and butler can stage a desert dining experience under a starlit sky." - Emma Pearson