charlesmark
American expat in Bahrain
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Registration: 16 November 2015
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Whats the party scene in bahrain? where to go and meet people? by byocz
Hi Im looking for new places to hang out meet interesting people but wherever i go people are already in cliques and its really not that crowded just alot of creepy guys.
Night clubs and hotel lounges can be tough. There are so many "working girls" that many women are uncomfortable going to them. Stick with nicer hotels. Read More
Need 15 day rental in Adliya between January and February 2016 by cybergals
For single US gentleman- short term private room with bath near the Ramada Hotel area.
Be very careful. Read More
learners driving license in Bahrain by shahidaNoor
Hi everyone i have a learners driving license of Bahrain.i passed the test inside.But failed thrice outside. i have changed the instructor twice.How many tests can i take in a year? my learner's driving license is valid till feb.if i renew my ...
Seems like no one follows any rules at all on driving. It is a nightmare here in Bahrain. Take a cab. Don't mean to be flip, but not rules are followed. Read More
Expired Visa Want to Go Home ASAP by Patty28
Hello everyone... Needs URGENT ADVISE. My cousin is currently in Bahrain. His visa is currently expired. He wants to renew but unluckily.. The liscence of the Agency is now expired so he cant able to do so. What does he needs to do for him to be ...
Jan 1st is last I know for amnesty for expired VISA. Tell your friend/cousin to get home now. Read More
Buying work visa for bahrain confused !! by Archu
I tried to apply via job portals but no help since I have none in bahrain no chances for visit visa got an agentim contact who is asking me 1000bd for one year free visa but I fear does this kind of visa really works in bahrain . Have heard the ...
DO NOT come without a job in sight. That would be illegal, and you will set yourself up for trouble. You will probably fall victim to working for someone who does not have your interest at heart. Read More
Apartment building reviews by lisarial
I just moved to Bahrain with my husband and baby and we have started looking for housing. Found several apartments we like Juffair/Adliya/Mahooz area, but cannot find any reviews online. Can anyone here share reviews (good/bad/ugly) of apartment ...
Do you have any one with reviews of 100 Residence? I've heard mixed reviews. Read More
2-3 bedroom flats in Adliya/Mahooz? by lisarial
Hi all! Everyone here has been so helpful -- I have one more plea for help. My husband, baby, and myself have been apartment shopping and have seen everything that is posted on the major search websites. Now I'm hoping some of you can point out ...
You might check out Mansouri Mansions. Not luxurious, but management is great, housekeeping is great, and it is private and quiet. Read More
Apartment building reviews by lisarial
I just moved to Bahrain with my husband and baby and we have started looking for housing. Found several apartments we like Juffair/Adliya/Mahooz area, but cannot find any reviews online. Can anyone here share reviews (good/bad/ugly) of apartment ...
See my posts below....don't know if they help. Juffair is tricky, especially with a baby. Some streets are unpaved still and might prove difficult if you want to push a stroller. Can be done on paved ones, but you walk a mile out of your way ... Read More
Apartment building reviews by lisarial
I just moved to Bahrain with my husband and baby and we have started looking for housing. Found several apartments we like Juffair/Adliya/Mahooz area, but cannot find any reviews online. Can anyone here share reviews (good/bad/ugly) of apartment ...
BTW, skip the agents. You can get a better price on your own. Read More
Apartment building reviews by lisarial
I just moved to Bahrain with my husband and baby and we have started looking for housing. Found several apartments we like Juffair/Adliya/Mahooz area, but cannot find any reviews online. Can anyone here share reviews (good/bad/ugly) of apartment ...
I personally would never walk to City Centre....just me. I don't like the area, too isolated. Read More
Apartment building reviews by lisarial
I just moved to Bahrain with my husband and baby and we have started looking for housing. Found several apartments we like Juffair/Adliya/Mahooz area, but cannot find any reviews online. Can anyone here share reviews (good/bad/ugly) of apartment ...
For new people, be aware of certain issues. The Fontana is very nice, but that area of Juffair has no adequate sewage system, so there are vacuum trucks several times a day, and that can get rather "smelly." Also, you can check out an ... Read More