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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What & Where to Buy
From traditional items in souks, to the latest international brand names in shopping malls, all types of shopping are available in Kuwait. The traditional souks are an interesting... read more
Alcohol
As Kuwait is a ‘dry’ country, alcohol can’t be purchased and it is illegal to consume alcohol anywhere (even in hotels and restaurants), in any form.
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Art
Kuwait is certainly not artistically barren, quite the opposite in fact. There are a number of talented local artists and the main galleries regularly have exhibitions of both Arabic and... read more
Art & Craft Supplies
Serious artists may find that they have to hunt high and low to find specialist art supplies in Kuwait, so it might be worth stocking up when you next travel back to your home country.... read more
Beachwear
Being a coastal country where the sun shines virtually all year round, swimwear is always easy to find. Most resorts and hotels sell swimwear and other equipment such as snorkels and... read more
Bicycles
Recreational cycling in Kuwait is not really recommended, unless you are out in the desert or on a suburban street with very little traffic. Surprisingly though there are still a number... read more
Books
There are several very good bookshops in Kuwait offering an extensive range of bestsellers, reference books and international newspapers (usually around one or two days old). If you can’t... read more
Camera Equipment
Most of the latest gadgets and technology are readily available in Kuwait, and it is not unusual for new cameras to be available here before they are in Europe. Prices are definitely... read more
Cards & Gift Wrapping
Greetings cards can be found in Hallmark shops and the large supermarkets, including the City Center malls and The Sultan Center. Most local and Middle East festivities are catered for... read more
Carpets
Carpets of varying quality and price are plentiful in Kuwait and good bargains on Persian carpets can be had, especially if you know what you are looking for. For the more expensive,... read more
