Frequently Asked Questions about Bahrain
Do I need a car in Bahrain?
Expats will certainly need a car in Bahrain. Public transportation is not very reliable and private taxis can make getting from point A to point B expensive. Even if you live in the city centre summer temperatures skyrocket and intense humidity can make for damp clothes and can quickly put a damper on your mood.
There are plenty of opportunities to both lease and buy a car in Bahrain. Insurance is cheap, petrol is inexpensive and the vehicles themselves are generally reasonably priced. In many cases expats are able to afford cars that they would never dream of driving in their home country.
Does Bahrain have satellite television?
Yes! Satellite television is the norm for many expats moving to Bahrain. The most well known service provider is Orbit Showtime - Osnetwork.com, but there's also plenty of "underground" companies that offer cheaper rates. Ask local expats for contacts upon arrival.
Whether you're an ESPN enthusiast, a National Geographic groupie or even if you're simply mad about movies you'll be able to gain access in Bahrain.
Do woman in Bahrain need to cover up?
Though Bahrain is a Muslim nation, modernity and liberalism have been much more integrated into society than in neighbouring countries like Saudi Arabia and Qatar.
Expat women dress in western clothes in public spaces, and generally speaking, what is appropriate in your home country is appropriate in Bahrain. Mosques are the only places where strict principles apply; women must wear an abaya and men must wear long pants and long sleeve shirts.
