- When to Go: November to March. Summers are extremely hot and humid.
- Budget: Moderate to High. Accommodation is pricey, but food can be cheap.
- Visa: E-visa or visa on arrival for many nationalities. Easy process.
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Highlights
Qal'at al-Bahrain: The ancient fort and UNESCO site. Manama Souq: A maze of spices, perfumes, and gold. The Tree of Life: A 400-year-old mesquite tree standing alone in the desert with no known water source.
Culture
Pearl Diving: You can still go on pearl diving excursions. Pottery: The village of A'ali is famous for traditional pottery. F1: The Bahrain International Circuit hosts the Grand Prix.
Food
Machboos (spiced rice with meat/fish) is the national dish. Halwa (sweet jelly) is a must-try dessert. Coffee (gahwa) is served with dates.
FAQ
Alcohol?
Legal and available in hotels and licensed restaurants. It's more liberal than Saudi Arabia or Kuwait.
Dress code?
Conservative but relaxed. Shoulders and knees should be covered in public, but swimwear is fine at hotel pools/beaches.
Weekend?
Friday and Saturday are the weekend. Sunday is a working day.