Below you'll find insider tips on getting the best from Kuwait, from hints on finding a home to reviews of the hottest restaurants in town.
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Health Requirements
No health certificates are required for entry into Kuwait, but if you’ve travelled to an area affected by cholera or yellow fever you may have to produce a vaccination certificate. It’s... read more
Health Care
Kuwait has excellent medical care, but at a price – visitors are strongly advised to arrange private medical insurance before arriving. There are six large government hospitals in Kuwait... read more
Travel Insurance
Full travel insurance, including medical cover, is recommended. Ensure that you choose a reputable firm and, should you wish to participate in sports such as scuba diving or kite surfing,... read more
Women
Harassment of women in Kuwait has increased over the past ten years or so, and ranges from trying to start a conversation, to attempts to get you to ‘go somewhere quiet’. It would be in a... read more
Children
Kuwait offers a wide range of entertainment for children, whether fun-filled or educational.
Amusement and water parks are located throughout the country, but check before visiting as a... read more
People With Disabilities
Wheelchair facilities in Kuwait are very limited. There are parking spaces for disabled people at the airport and big shopping centres, but these are invariably taken up by ignorant,... read more
What To Wear
Expatriate women in Kuwait are not required to wear the abaya (black gown) over their clothing. It is possible for men and women to dress as they are used to back home, but a certain... read more
Dos & Don’ts
Alcohol is forbidden. Customs carry out checks at all points of entry into the country and will confiscate contraband on sight. Depending on the amounts involved you may be liable to... read more
Photography
Tourist photography is acceptable to a point, but care should be taken. For instance, it is illegal to photograph government and public buildings, including ports, airports, palaces and... read more
