Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Bahrain, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Health Requirements
Vaccinations for cholera, typhoid and yellow fever are recommended but are not required by law unless coming from an infected area. Bahrain is not in the malaria belt. Health services... read more
Health Care
Medical services in Bahrain are generally good but private medical insurance is advisable for short-term visitors. Residents are entitled to free medical services in government... read more
Travel Insurance
General insurance should cover most activities in Bahrain. Visitors who intend to go diving or horse riding should ensure that their policies cover these risks. Visitors intending to... read more
Women
Women don’t have problems while visiting Bahrain, in the sense that there is not overt harassment and it’s a fairly safe place. However, female visitors do receive unwanted stares on... read more
Children
Children are a visible part of daily life in Bahrain and you often see families out with children until even quite late at night. This can be somewhat irritating if you are in the cinema... read more
People With Disabilities
In general, facilities for people with disabilities are limited. Most of the larger hotels have wheelchair facilities, but in other places there are rarely ramps designed with... read more
What To Wear
Compared to some of its neighbours, Bahrain is fairly relaxed in its attitude to dress. However, the local population is conservative by nature and respect for their culture is... read more
Dos & Don’ts
The ‘do’ part is easy: do make an effort to see what Bahrain has to offer. It is a unique place in the Gulf, with a particular charm and culture. You will feel this more strongly the... read more
Photography
Normal tourist photography is acceptable, but tourists should avoid photographing government and military buildings. When photographing locals, you should ask for permission,... read more
