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| Bahrain, officially
the Kingdom of Bahrain, is a borderless island country in the Persian Gulf
and is the smallest Arab nation. Saudi Arabia lies to the west and is connected
to Bahrain by the King Fahd Causeway (officially opened on November 25,
1986), and Qatar is to the south across the Persian Gulf. The Qatar–Bahrain
Friendship Bridge currently being planned will link Bahrain to Qatar as
the longest fixed link in the world. |
| Bahrain is one of the most
popular tourist destinations in the Middle East with over two million tourists
a year. Most of the visitors are from the Arab, Persian Gulf states but
there is an increasing number of tourists from outside the region thanks
to a growing awareness of the Kingdom’s rich heritage and its higher profile
with regards to the Bahrain Formula One Race Track. The Lonely Planet
describes Bahrain as "an excellent introduction to the Persian Gulf" because
of its authentic Arab heritage and reputation as relatively liberal and
modern. The Kingdom combines authentic Arab culture, contemporary Gulf
glitz and the archaeological legacy of five thousand years of civilisation.
The ancient civilisation of Dilmun, which dominated trade between Mesopotamia
and the Indus Valley Civilization, was centred in Bahrain. The inhabitants
of Dilmun left behind settlements and temples and tens of thousands of
burial mounds which dot the landscape. Dilmun prospered because it
had fresh water, and it is this resource which has meant that Bahrain has
long fought over by regional powers in a predominantly arid region. As
a result, the island is home to many castles including the impressive Qalat
Al Bahrain which was recently listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
The Bahrain National Museum has a wide-varied collection of artifacts from
the Kingdom's history dating back to the island's first human inhabitation
9000 years ago. |
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| Interesting Reading on
Bahrain:
Living in Bahrain
by Rhiannon Williamson
The Kingdom of Bahrain basks
in the warm, clear and calm waters of the Persian Gulf and is an incredibly
prosperous and multi cultural country becoming increasingly popular with
professional expatriates seeking well paying employment in a low taxation
country where the standard of living in Bahrain is incredibly high and
the local people are liberal and tolerant towards other cultures.
Bahrain manages to maintain
a relatively neutral foreign policy and because of its general liberalism
it's a great place for Western expatriates to experience a totally new
life abroad. These facts mean that the number of international citizens
living in Bahrain has increased substantially in recent years and directly
contributed to the fact that Bahrain now has the fastest growing economy
in the Arab world.
For anyone considering living
in Bahrain this article is an introduction to the country, the entry requirements
and to living and working in Bahrain.
Citizens of all nations other
than Gulf Cooperation Council countries require a visa to enter Bahrain
with the majority of those moving to live in the Kingdom being sponsored
for their visa by their employer. The range of visas available is vast
with much depending on whether the applicant has a job offer, is a spouse
or dependent of an employed person in Bahrain, the country the individual
heralds from etc., and therefore those considering travelling to Bahrain
should initially contact their nearest Bahraini embassy or visit the Kingdom
of Bahrain's Ministry of Interior website to find out which visa they should
apply for and how to go about the application process.
The capital city of the Kingdom
of Bahrain is Manama and most expatriates live in and around the capital
and work in one of the Kingdom's main industries which are petroleum production
and processing, IT, telecommunications, hospitality, medicine or banking.
As a result of the popularity of the location, property for sale and rent
in Manama is offered at a premium and those moving to work in Bahrain on
a firm job offer should try and negotiate some money towards their housing
as part of their overall remuneration package.
Unlike in some other Arab
nations foreigners are permitted to own property in Bahrain and because
the economy of the nation is so strong many see investment into property
in Bahrain as a solid move to make. However for those keen on living in
Bahrain the first step to take is to secure a job offer and then to rent
housing while settling into the Kingdom and ensuring it is right for them
before committing to the purchase of immovable property assets that can
be slow to liquidate should the individual in question decide to leave
the Kingdom.
Finally it's worth noting
that the standard of living enjoyed by westerners living in Bahrain is
incredibly high. As stated Bahrain is a prosperous country and one offering
residents and visitors alike a cosmopolitan destination with exciting nightlife
and incredible shopping! Hence it is of no surprise whatsoever that the
number of international expatriates moving to the Kingdom ever year is
on the increase. |
| About the Author
Rhiannon Williamson writes guides and articles about planning
a new life in Asia and the Arabic World on her site www.EasternExplorer.com
visit the site for further specialist advice about working, education and
living in Bahrain. |
| BAHRAIN
HOTEL RESERVATIONS, BAHRAIN |
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Aradous
Bahrain Hotel, Bahrain
***
There is a pool on the rooftop
with a breathtaking view over Bahrain. The location is without doubt the
biggest selling point of this hotel. It is a traditional style building,
very similar to all of the architecture in the area. Lobby: The lobby is
small with big Persian carpets and casual seatings. The reception is to
the left. There is no hint of luxury, but nevertheless the lobby is business
like and clean. All rooms are in fair condition and come with amenities
like television with satellite channels, air-conditioning, mini refrigerator
and telephone with international direct dial facilities. These are certainly
not the best rooms in town but are functional and reasonably well maintained..
Bathrooms are small in size and are also in fair condition. |
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Atlas
Hotel, Bahrain ***
The modern building with
its dark glass facade is surrounded of smaller shops and offices. Lobby:
The medium size lobby has the reception to the right and the coffee shop
to the left. The medium size rooms are well designed and equipped.
Modern fittings and facillities of top standards include colour TV, satellite
channels, minibars and direct dial from ever room. All the rooms are centrally
air-conditioned. The hotel offers a multicuisine coffee shop open
around the clock and serves authentic international delicacies. There's
an a la carte restaurant. Further there are 2 nightclubs. |
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Crowne
Plaza Club Bahrain Hotel, Bahrain *****
Guests can rest assured
that they will receive professional service with modern facilities and
a relaxed atmosphere. This is an excellent property within easy reach of
all Manama has to offer. A low rise traditional structure with pale shell-coloured
paint work to reflect its seaside location. The site features a large circular
driveway and spacious grounds. Lobby: The lobby is large with a coffee
shop to the right and the reception to the left. There is plenty of space
to sit and meet.The hotel exudes a certain feeling of luxury and is extremely
modern. The rooms are medium in size with a modern colour scheme
of bright blues, oranges and yellows.All are in very good condition. |
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Delmon
Hotel, Bahrain ****
The hotel's open air swimming
pool is the ideal place for guests to relax and take it easy. The hotel
also has a fitness centre with sauna and massage. This hotel comes very
highly recommended and is one of the very best 4 star products in the city.
This is a traditional, 2-storey building. To the left of the medium sized
lobby is the reception area. To the right there are plenty of casual seatings
and the entrances to the hotel outlets. The medium sized rooms
are well appointed with all the facilities needed for the comfort of guests.
A unique feature of the rooms is the high ceilings. The rooms offer satellite
television with in-house movies, international direct dial telephone, safety
deposit box and personal mini-bar. Rooms are large in size and in very
good condition. |
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Diplomat
Radisson Sas Hotel, Bahrain *****
The hotel combines a very
elegant atmosphere with a friendly service. It is a hotel of a high standard
and is one of the best in the city, although parts of it could do with
some renovation. From this white 14-storey venue guests can enjoy fabulous
views of Bahrain. The very large, marble style lobby has ample seating
and a high ceiling. The reception is to the right and some comfortable
seating in the centre, which is accompanied by a pianist in the afternoons,
creating a very relaxing and elegant atmosphere. All the large rooms
offer scenic views and are elegantly furbished. Rooms are in fair condition
and seem a little dated. |
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Elite
One (1 Bedroom), Bahrain ****
Good product with fantastic
location. Exterior: Its a modern block. The bedroom are medium in
size, elegantly deacorated. All room are fully equipped with direct dial
telephone, hair dryer and air conditioning. |
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Elite
One (2 Bedroom), Bahrain ****
Good product with fantastic
location. Exterior: Its a modern block. The bedrooms are large in
size, elagantly decorated. All apartments are fully fitted with kitchen,
direct dial telephone, hair dryer and air conditioning. |
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Elite
Suites, Bahrain ****
This property offers an
excellent standard of accommodation; there is also a roof top swimming
pool. A modern rectangular office-type building. Lobby: Large in size with
marble flooring, a long wooden reception area and a number of places for
seating. A pleasant entrance and impressive lobby. All rooms are
large in size and in very good condition. Large fitted wardrobes, large
comfortable beds and a pleasant colour scheme create the most noticeable
features of these excellent rooms. Rooms also have a sofa for relaxing
and all come fully equipped. Restaurant: On the ground floor this
traditional style restaurant is extremely grand and serves outstanding
international cuisine. |
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Golden
Tulip Hotel Bahrain ****
Recreational facilities
at the hotel include a temperature controlled swimming pool, 2 floodlit
tennis courts, sauna, gym, steam room and hot and cold plunge pools. This
is a white block building, surrounded by a garden and palm trees. Lobby:
The medium to large sized lobby leads direct into the main restaurant.
The reception is to the right. There are a number of sofas in the centre
of the lobby and also some plants providing a fresher appearance.
All rooms are medium in size, with modern facilities including air-conditioning,
cable television, electronic locks and mini bar.All are in good condition.
The silver service restaurant serves a la carte menu and there are theme
evenings with occasional buffet meals. Further there is a unique restaurant
located by the National Museum serving traditional Middle-Eastern dishes.
There is also a 24 hour coffee shop. |
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Gulf
Gate Hotel Bahrain ****
The hotel also offers a
small swimming pool and health club. Overall, the hotel offers all the
services and facilities that one would need and expect from a small hotel
without the extra luxuries of a deluxe property. This property offers good
value for money and a central location. This is a medium sized white
brick building with no outstanding features. The hotel has a medium sized
lobby with elegant arches framing the reception area. The medium
sized rooms come with a dark wood and floral-patterned door. The hotel
boasts comfortable arm chairs in each room and bathrooms with marble bathtubs.
Rooms are in fair condition and are functional. The hotel offers
a choice of informal dining in its coffee shop, which is open for breakfast
and lunch, or formal dinner in the fine dining restaurant. Guests can also
enjoy a drink in the friendly and relaxed atmosphere of the hotel bar.
The hotel offers a number of nightclubs with live entertainment from India,
Arabia and Russia. |
| MANAMA
HOTEL RESERVATIONS, BAHRAIN |
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Bahrain
Sheraton Hotel, Manama
Luxury hotel - welcome to
the Sheraton Bahrain Hotel, centrally located in the heart of the business
and diplomatic district area of Manama..capital of Bahrain and 5 miles
from Bahrain international airport. Retreat to one of our 260 guest rooms
and suites.. including classic/preffered/club floors. Take in magnificent..one-of-a-kind
views of the city and the Arabian Gulf. All our guestrooms have tvs and
thoughtful touches like iron/iron boards..tea and coffee making facilities
and wireless internet connections in all guest rooms. |
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Crowne
Plaza, Manama
Guests can rest assured
that they will receive professional service with modern facilities and
a relaxed atmosphere. Part of the hotel complex is the Bahrain Conference
Centre which has an elegant ballroom fitting up to 1600 guests, as well
as smaller meeting rooms for as few as 10 guests. This is an excellent
property within easy reach of all Manama has to offer. ME 10/06 Exterior:
A low rise traditional structure with pale shell-coloured paint work to
reflect its seaside location. The site features a large circular driveway
and spacious grounds. Lobby: The lobby is large with a coffee shop to the
right and the reception to the left. There is plenty of space to sit and
meet.The hotel exudes a certain feeling of luxury and is extremely modern. |
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Ritz
Carlton Bahrain, Manama *****
A hotel with a truly unique
elegance. It's the only hotel on the island to own a private beach, lagoon,
island, Marina and Spa facilities. This is the most exclusive hotel in
Bahrain. ME 09/06 Exterior: The modern building is surrounded of gardens.
At the back of the building is the landscaped pool and the white sandy
beach. The whole area is extremely attractive and exclusive. Lobby: An
extremely impressive large foyer welcomes the visitor into the comfortable
luxury of the hotel. The exposed glass lifts on a backdrop of black marble
look over one of the most stunning lobbies in the whole of the Middle East. |
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The
Gulf Hotel, Manama *****
Gulf Hotel a landmark in
Manama stands tall in the commercial district of Adliya. It is in the city
centre and only 15 minutes away from Bahrain International Airport. Just
3 minutes drive to the NSA US base and walking distance to the shopping
area. It overlooks the grand mosque and the enchanting guest palace. It
is one of the best loactions for corporate/business and leisure guests. |
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