Laura
@Loopyloo
English expat in Bahrain
Forum posts
33
About me
English
Registration: 06 October 2014
E-cig/Vape in Bahrain by Pupstarr
Can anyone tell me how to get/buy a vape here in Bahrain? I've seen a few vaping here but too shy to ask them how/where they got it. Thanks!
My husband uses his all the time, we purchased it in England & have had no problems at customs...so far. I didn't even realise they were banned here! Read More
Reporting Dangerous Drivers? by Stakan
Has anyone ever bothered to report dangerous drivers? If so, to whom? The traffic directorate? Also, if so, was it worth it or do they just hang up and forget about it? I get angry at pathetic driving daily. But now someone deliberately tried to ...
It is a shame there is not more done about the poor driving here, people are so impatient and it causes so many unnecessary accidents. Driving far too close is the main issue, there is no need for it, and why do they have to wait until the last ... Read More
Question about the Internet in Bahrain. by JakeJ
Hello everyone! So I've been living here for a while, and I've noticed that Bahrain seems to be a bit behind with the internet in terms of prices and speed, especially with the speed. My question is, in which part of bahrain can I find the ...
Is it possible to get unlimited data, even on contract? It all seems to be capped! We have about 15 devices between us all, 2 of which will be for gaming, so need as fast & as much as we can. Been looking into them all & it just seems so ... Read More
Internet Package and OSN in Hamala
Hi Jo, do you have any contact details for Rapid Telecom please? Would like to find out some prices etc. Would you still recommend them for best speeds? Also, is it unlimited? TIA x Read More
Currency exchange by Loopyloo
Hi everyone, What is the best way to exchange our 拢's to BD's? How could we get the best exchange rate? TIA xx
Thanks everyone! We opened a HSBC account for that reason, as heard we would be able to transfer money for free, but we have not been successful in opening an account here, we will try again by phoning the international banking team, thank you. Read More
Currency exchange by Loopyloo
Hi everyone, What is the best way to exchange our 拢's to BD's? How could we get the best exchange rate? TIA xx
Thank you Mummy T. We plan to be staying (if all goes well) and thinking along the lines of what you suggested, keep our money here in the UK, but obviously we will need some to keep us going for time being. We will have some BD's with us, but ... Read More
Currency exchange by Loopyloo
Hi everyone, What is the best way to exchange our 拢's to BD's? How could we get the best exchange rate? TIA xx
Thank you logicalindian. Our money is currently in the bank in the UK, we fly out tomorrow and wondered what our best way of exchanging the money was; through a broker, the bank, bureau De change or any other methods we hadn't explored yet, ... Read More
Currency exchange
Hi everyone, What is the best way to exchange our 拢's to BD's? How could we get the best exchange rate? TIA xx Read More
E-cigarettes
Thank you logicalindian, unfortunately it doesn't really answer my questions, they are just asking where to order the vapors etc from. Read More
E-cigarettes
Are e-cigarettes accepted in Bahrain? Through customs & generally around the country? TIA x Read More
XBOX live
Hi all, Could anyone help...is it possible to have Xbox live in Bahrain? TIA xx Read More
Budayia by Loopyloo
Is Budayia a safe place to live? Do many expats live there? Or is it best to avoid this area at the moment? TIA xx
Thanks brightonguy, we are just trying to get an idea of areas at the moment, I know it will be dependent on which school we get in to, but it's good to have some idea. I've seen a few nice compounds in Budayia, which is why I asked, ... Read More
Budayia
Is Budayia a safe place to live? Do many expats live there? Or is it best to avoid this area at the moment? TIA xx Read More
Tough New Traffic Laws "You Have Been Warned" by jazzy851
"[b]You Have Been Warned[/b]" was on the front of the GDN newpaper this morning. When i read it, i thought to myself, this was needed long time back. But i guess, its never too late. I wonder whether it made a difference today. Did ...
I was really hoping these new laws were going to be fully enforced, especially by April when I move over, but you are not filling me with much hope anymore lol. I'm so worried about driving over there, and usually driving doesn't bother me ... Read More
Which compound?? by Js-mom
Hi can anyone offer me some advise regarding which compound to choose. My husband is looking at 2 villas one in the Grove and the other in Salman homes both in Hamalah. They both look lovely but am just wondering if anyone lives in either of these ...
Coryn.hellewell@cbre.com This is Coryn's email address for the grove Read More
Banking
Can anyone help with regards to banking between the UK & Bahrain...? When we move to Bahrain, we will still have finances in the UK so will need to keep a bank account here, we would like to be able to transfer money between the 2 accounts, at ... Read More
Medicals by Loopyloo
Can anyone help me & explain the medical process please? I have read that I will need to go private, but that is as much as I know. What does the medical entail? Do they look at your past medical records? What are they looking for? Is there ...
Thanks everyone, really appreciate all the advice, I'm sure I will be needing a lot more over the next couple of months馃槉 Read More
Medicals by Loopyloo
Can anyone help me & explain the medical process please? I have read that I will need to go private, but that is as much as I know. What does the medical entail? Do they look at your past medical records? What are they looking for? Is there ...
My husbands company have told him today that he will not need a medical in the uk, only a medical once he gets to Bahrain. They have said this is because he will be on a temporary visa until they proceed his residency and then he will require the ... Read More
Medicals by Loopyloo
Can anyone help me & explain the medical process please? I have read that I will need to go private, but that is as much as I know. What does the medical entail? Do they look at your past medical records? What are they looking for? Is there ...
Also... I have read that once in Bahrain it will just be my husband who needs a medical for the work visa, but is that the same for the UK medical too, or will we all need one? (Including the children) Read More
Medicals by Loopyloo
Can anyone help me & explain the medical process please? I have read that I will need to go private, but that is as much as I know. What does the medical entail? Do they look at your past medical records? What are they looking for? Is there ...
Thanks khush, that was really helpful. Where abouts in the UK did everyone get their medicals done? Read More
Medicals by Loopyloo
Can anyone help me & explain the medical process please? I have read that I will need to go private, but that is as much as I know. What does the medical entail? Do they look at your past medical records? What are they looking for? Is there ...
Thank you, I'm not concerned just wondered what it was all about, and what would be done etc. Do they also look at your previous medical records? Xx Read More
Medicals
Can anyone help me & explain the medical process please? I have read that I will need to go private, but that is as much as I know. What does the medical entail? Do they look at your past medical records? What are they looking for? Is there ... Read More
Moving to Bahrain by Loopyloo
Hi, I am trying to work out cost comparisons between UK & Bahrain, and thanks to lots of posts on here I've found a lot out but I've just got a few questions I couldn't find the answers to & was hoping someone would be able to ...
Thanks everyone, there is just so much to think about! We are getting there slowly... Read More
Moving to Bahrain
Hi, I am trying to work out cost comparisons between UK & Bahrain, and thanks to lots of posts on here I've found a lot out but I've just got a few questions I couldn't find the answers to & was hoping someone would be able to ... Read More
Studying in Bahrain
Hi, I am looking to move to Bahrain, and would be on a family visa, as my husband would be the one working. Would it be possible for me to study for a degree there? Any info would be appreciated, TIA x Read More
Looking at a move to Bahrain by Loopyloo
Hi all, I am currently looking at moving to Bahrain with my husband and 2 children, aged 5 & 10. If anyone has any experiences of Bahrain, moving from the UK or anything they feel may be useful, please share, I would love to get as many ...
Thanks Jo, I'm sure I will have loads of questions. At the moment I'm trying to weigh everything up & make sure it's the right move for us, and schools are obviously a priority. Did you experience a huge culture shock when you ... Read More
Looking at a move to Bahrain by Loopyloo
Hi all, I am currently looking at moving to Bahrain with my husband and 2 children, aged 5 & 10. If anyone has any experiences of Bahrain, moving from the UK or anything they feel may be useful, please share, I would love to get as many ...
Thank you, that's really helpful. Other than St Chris & BSB, what other schools have people have experience with? I have emailed both mentioned, but only heard back from St Christopher's so far, but like you said the schools are so ... Read More
Looking at a move to Bahrain by Loopyloo
Hi all, I am currently looking at moving to Bahrain with my husband and 2 children, aged 5 & 10. If anyone has any experiences of Bahrain, moving from the UK or anything they feel may be useful, please share, I would love to get as many ...
Thank you for the 'welcomes' Thanks MT, have you been waiting long for a school place so far? And what schools are you on the waiting list for? If you could find that link, it would be great. Like I said before, any info, help, advice all ... Read More
Looking at a move to Bahrain
Hi all, I am currently looking at moving to Bahrain with my husband and 2 children, aged 5 & 10. If anyone has any experiences of Bahrain, moving from the UK or anything they feel may be useful, please share, I would love to get as many ... Read More