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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Electricity & Water
The electricity and water supplies in Bahrain are controlled by The Ministry of Electricity & Water. Once you move into your new home your landlord should arrange for your electricity... read more
Gas
There is no mains gas in Bahrain unless you live in Awali. Instead, several companies supply bottled gas which is used for heating water and cooking. Electric cookers are for some... read more
Sewerage
Sewerage should be dealt with by your landlord. The central areas of town all have mains sewers. In some of the compounds out towards Budaiya separate septic tanks are still used but... read more
Rubbish Disposal and Recycling
The rubbish collection system is similar to that in mainland Europe. There are large bins on street corners to which you must take your rubbish. These bins are emptied regularly by an... read more
Telephone
Bahrain’s landline telephone network is run by Batelco, which is effectively a government monopoly but is listed on the Bahrain Stock Exchange. Getting a new line has become much simpler... read more
Internet
Batelco is currently the only residential supplier of internet services in Bahrain. A number of new companies have recently obtained licences and are expected to start offering services... read more
Bill Payment
You will be sent your phone bill every month and will have a grace period of a week in which to pay. If you are late in paying you will be repeatedly reminded by telephone. There are... read more
