Habibi, Welcome to Bahrain!

Written By Tani Lamb

Learning about your destination before you arrive helps create a connection to the location, and your experience can go beyond just surface level. I understand that planning, researching, and packing are necessary but can reduce some of the pleasure of your fabulous holiday.

Well, that is why I am here! Below are a few key points that you should know before your trip.

1. Island nation

Bahrain is an archipelago of islands in the Persian Gulf, located between Saudi Arabia and Qatar, and the smallest country in the Middle East 

2. Pearl diving

Bahrain has been a leading producer of pearls for centuries, and its pearling industry is a significant part of its economy and culture. Bahrain is also the sole country worldwide to have banned the cultivation of artificial pearls, which have flooded the market since the 1920s.

3. Formula One

Bahrain hosted the first Formula One Grand Prix in the Middle East in 2004. 

4. Oil reserves

Bahrain was the site of the first oil reserves discovered in the Arabian Gulf. 

5. Dilmun civilization

Bahrain was home to the Dilmun civilization, which was an important trading center trading between Mesopotamia and the Indus Valley. 

Dilmun is also believed to be the location in the Epic of Gilgamesh where the hero Gilgamesh traveled to find the secret of eternal life (the Epic of Gilgamesh is the world's oldest written story)

6. A Travel Visa is Required 

  • You can apply online or on-arrival. (I applied online for the 10-year multiple entry visa.)

  • Required Documents:   

  • Copy of the applicant's passport. (Family Page and any additional information page).

  • Copy of valid confirmed return air ticket.

  • Copy of hotel booking in the Kingdom of Bahrain. Alternatively, if you are staying with a relative/friend, please provide a copy of their ID reader's printout.

  • Copy of a bank statement under the visitor's name covering the last three months with an ending balance of not less than the equivalent of USD 1000.

  • Apply @ https://www.evisa.gov.bh/

      I am an experienced globetrotter who loves gathering information for fantastic vacations. That's one of the many reasons why I became a Travel Advisor. I am here to help you have a wonderful holiday and relieve some of the stress. If you would like to visit Bahrain or any other destination, domestic or international, I am here to assist you with your travel needs. Do not hesitate to reach out. The link for my travel services is listed below.

https://www.anywhereonce.com/store

 

Safe travels and happy reading,

Tani

Tani Lamb
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