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Kingdom of Bahrain, which means two seas, has proclaimed itself as a Kingdom since 2002. It is an archipelago of 33 islands, which form the only island-state in the Arab world. The main island of Bahrain lies in the Arabian Gulf about halfway between Saudi Arabia to the West and Qatar to the East. Bahrain Island is the largest archipelago, around 30 miles from north to south and 10 miles from east to west. Causeways and bridges connect it to Muharraq, the second largest island where the international airport is located and Sitra, the industrial centre. The King Fahad Causeway opened in 1986, has made Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar and beyond, directly and easily accessible by road from Bahrain. Manama: Spread over the northeastern corner of the island of Bahrain, Manama is the country’s capital and home to the best hotels, shopping, nightlife and tourist attractions. There is a large collection of government and administrative buildings dating back to 1945, though considerable land reclamation and development has given the city a thriving, modern feel. Weather: January is traditionally the coldest month of the year, but the average temperature during the day is approximately 15-18 Celcius. Night temperatures may drop to single digits during winter. Summer, from May to September is usually quite hot, with average temperatures of between 30-40 Celcius. Currency: National currency is the Dinar, with each Dinar divided into 1,000 files. Notes are available in denominations of BD20, 10, 5 and 1. Coins are available in denominations of 500, 100. 50, 25 and 10 fils. The Dinar is officially pegged to the US dollar at the rate of $1 = BD0.377 (377 fils). Currency can be exchanged at hotels, banks, foreign exchange bureaus and the airport. There are no restrictions on movement of currency in and out of the country. Entry Requirements: Visas are required by all visitors except nationals of UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Oman and Qatar. Nationals of Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Brunei, Canada, China, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hong Kong SAR, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Malaysia, Monaco, Netherlands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San Marino, Singapore, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey, United Kingdom, United States Of America and Vatican City can obtain visas on arrival for business and tourist-related stays of maximum 2 weeks. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months when applying for visas. If you are staying at the Sheraton Bahrain Hotel and would like the hotel to pre-arrange a visa for you, please click here for more information. Electricity: 230volts AC, 50Hz. Plug fittings usually of the 13A pin type. Awali - 110volts AC, 60Hz. Time: Bahrain is in the GMT+3 time zone. What to See and Do in Bahrain
Alternatively, the Al Areen Wildlife Park is situated in the village of Zallaq in the south of Bahrain. The park covers 8 sq.km and provides a natural habitat for several kinds of plants and more that 500 species of animals and birds including Arabian Reem gazelles, oryx, zebras, tortoises, desert hedgehogs and Arabian camels as well as ostriches, flamingos, eagles, storks and ducks. Bahrain is an exciting place for water sports enthusiasts. Pearl diving has been Bahrain's heritage for over one hundred years and today the same productive oyster beds continue to flourish. They offer very unique and exciting recreational diving all year round. Water temperatures reach up to 34° C in the summer and 20° C in the winter. The Formula 1 Grand Prix held in March/April, places Bahrain on the list of international motor racing circuits. The stunning new race track is just 45 minutes drive from the Sheraton Bahrain. Getting Around Driving and Car Rental Car rental is relatively economical in Bahrain and one can rent out a small car for as little as BD10 per day. Foreign nationals may drive in Bahrain for upto one month using an international driver's license. Eating Out: Dining and Entertainment Dining options at the Sheraton Bahrain Hotel: Al Safir - All day dining restaurant with magnificent views of the Arabian Gulf. A sumptuous International buffet offers a blend of Continental, Arabic and Far Eastern cuisines. A La Carte menu is also available with limitless options for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Illy Cafe – A cup of coffee is an experience. It is a ritual. It is a sensory pleasure. It is an art. It is all this combined and more. Especially, if it is an Espressamente Illy. From the perfect espresso in every conceivable form, to a selection of refreshing beverages, delicious snacks and desserts can be enjoyed at any time of the day. An Nada – A sunset lounge with intimate surroundings for cocktails and drinks, featuring live entertainment every evening. Located on the mezzanine floor, Al Nada’s floor-to-ceiling windows overlook the hotel swimming pool. Outside Catering – Make any occasion five-star with Sheraton Bahrain’s Outside Catering. For parties of 50 or more, our professional team can arrange stylish catering at any location in Bahrain. For more information and bookings in Sheraton Bahrain’s restaurants, kindly contact us at (973) 17 533 533. Restaurants in Bahrain:
Shopping Shop and Business timings: General business timings for most shops are from 8:30am to 12:30am and 3:30pm to 8:00pm from Saturday to Thursday. Outlets in major malls are often open late into the night, till approximately 10:00pm. The weekend in Bahrain is Friday and Saturday. Shopping Malls Moda Mall: Moda Mall is an exclusive mall connected to the Sheraton Bahrain Hotel. It is home to high-end luxury clothing and jewellery boutiques offering the latest fashions. Located on the ground floor of Bahrain World Trade Center (BWTC), it is an ultimate dream destination for all shoppers! Bahrain Commercial Complex: This elegant complex is host to top brands and boutiques, and is located adjacent to the Sheraton Bahrain Hotel. It is a magnet for discerning shoppers from Bahrain and beyond. Desginer stores include the newly opened Escada and world famous jewellers, Tiffany's. Locally based jewellers include the Jewel House and Asia, both producing eye-catching, dazzling pieces for the top end of the market. Exclusive household adornments, antiques, fine local arts and crafts, well-known perfumes (local and international) are represented. Seef Mall: Seef District - this is the biggest shopping Mall in Bahrain, with four anchor stores, two food courts, two cinema multiplexes offering sixteen screens and is a popular place to visit for both locals and visitors alike. Bahrain Mall: Sanabis / Seef - the second biggest mall in Bahrain, this complex features a food court, shops sporting top brands and also the most popular hypermarket in the country. Other Shopping Malls:
Key Contacts Embassies and Consulates Embassy of the US - 17 24 2700 Important Phone Numbers Police / Ambulance / Fire: 999 Wellness Sheraton Fitness The ultimate fitness experience. Only with Sheraton... The Health club comprises of separate ladies and gent's gymnasiums, sauna and steam room. Other facilities include an outdoor temperature-controlled swimming pool. Highy trained professional staff guide members through a complete health and fitness programme with guaranteed results in less than one hour a day. Sheraton Fitness also boasts a total wellbeing Spa offering a wide selection of holistic therapies from qualified and experienced therapists. Click here to view Spa & Wellness offers at Sheraton Bahrain. Contact Us: Tel: +973 17 533 533 | Email us East and West Massage The ultimate experience, from head to toe you will be pampered by the different techniques in massage. This unique offer combines elements of shiatsu, Hawaiian lomi-lomi, ayuverdic, Thai, Reiki, charka balancing, reflexology, accupressure, Swedish, osteopathy, sports massage and basic chiropractic techniques. Treatment time: 1 Hour 30 Minutes. Express Facial All Skin types - Gently cleanses the skin, olive oil and olive water slowly nourishes and moisturize the skin. The combination of olive oil and olive water, true L’OCCITANE innovation, improves dull and tired skin: the complexion is healthier; skin’s natural beauty is restored. Treatment Time: 30 minutes. Relaxing Facial Treatment with Massage Treat yourself with a back & facial massage followed by a cleansing facial after a long and tiring day. You will be totally relaxed and experience a glow and radiance after this wonderful treatment. Treatment Time: 1 Hr 15 minutes. Click here to book the above offers at Sheraton Bahrain. Meetings and Incentives Meeting & Event Facilities at the Sheraton Bahrain Hotel From 8 to 800 participants, Sheraton Bahrain Hotel has the facilities to suit any occasion whether it is a meeting, special event, reception, seminar, or theme night. Al Taj Ballroom is the largest function hall, accommodating up to 800 persons. The Al Budhaya, Al Zallaq and Al Sakhir rooms offer ideal meeting space with multipurpose breakout space for up to 70 persons. The Al Iwan function suite offers natural lighting in an opulent setting with floor-to-ceiling soft furnishings - ideal for receptions, registrations, product displays. Similar multipurpose halls are the Les Palmes meeting rooms and Suites 101 and 140, featuring the latest in meeting and audiovisual technology. We also offer a dedicated Star Meeting Concierge to ensure your comfort during your stay.
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The Kingdom of Bahrain is very rich in history. International archaeologists have only recently discovered ancient civilizations dating back to the third millennium BC. Bahrain's National Museum houses a vast collection of Bahraini artwork including painting, sculptures and ceramics. The Bait Al Quran, located in the centre of Manama houses a collection of rare manuscripts from the Holy Quran while the Museum of Pearl Diving - transformed into a traditional heritage centre in 1984 - is regarded as one of the most important and historic buildings in Bahrain.
Arad Fort, built in the 16th century, has recently undergone extensive restoration and is now illuminated at night for visitors to the site. The Bait Al Jasra or Jasra House was constructed by Sheikh Hamad bin Abdulla Al Khalifa in 1907 and was designed according to the traditional Bahraini architecture. The building materials include coral and palm tree trunks.|
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