Moving to Bahrain
Hi there,
I'm moving to Bahrain at the end of Nov from London and want to bring my apple mac computer and various other electrical items...I know the plug sockets are the same but I wondered what the voltage is vs the UK? Has anyone else brought computers etc with them and have they worked ok?! Cheers |
Re: Moving to Bahrain
Originally Posted by Londongirl37
(Post 6916865)
Hi there,
I'm moving to Bahrain at the end of Nov from London and want to bring my apple mac computer and various other electrical items...I know the plug sockets are the same but I wondered what the voltage is vs the UK? Has anyone else brought computers etc with them and have they worked ok?! Cheers And a word to the wise - if you're moving there alone, avoid the Formula One bar, and all the bars in the hotels along the naffer end of Government Avenue, near the Bab-Al-Bahrain............. |
Re: Moving to Bahrain
Originally Posted by The Dean
(Post 6917671)
Voltage is UK-compatible throughout the region, mostly - it's usually plug sockets in the walls that very enormously (no common standard across the GCC).
And a word to the wise - if you're moving there alone, avoid the Formula One bar, and all the bars in the hotels along the naffer end of Government Avenue, near the Bab-Al-Bahrain............. why? |
Re: Moving to Bahrain
Originally Posted by still.unsure
(Post 6917954)
(sorry, gotta ask and show my ignorance...)
why? |
Re: Moving to Bahrain
Originally Posted by still.unsure
(Post 6917954)
(sorry, gotta ask and show my ignorance...)
why? Ladies of dubious persuasion.. |
Re: Moving to Bahrain
Unless, of course, you are looking for ladies of dubious persuasion, then it's perfect:lol:
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Re: Moving to Bahrain
Originally Posted by Roadking
(Post 6920697)
Unless, of course, you are looking for ladies of dubious persuasion, then it's perfect:lol:
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Re: Moving to Bahrain
Originally Posted by Roadking
(Post 6920697)
Unless, of course, you are looking for ladies of dubious persuasion, then it's perfect:lol:
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Re: Moving to Bahrain
Hi there,
I've been offered a job in Bahrain, really want to go for it though a little bit concerned about things. I'm only 19 and I will be moving out by myself. Most of the threads are of older couples moving out, are there many people my own age? Cheers |
Re: Moving to Bahrain
Originally Posted by ZoeS
(Post 6954137)
Hi there,
I've been offered a job in Bahrain, really want to go for it though a little bit concerned about things. I'm only 19 and I will be moving out by myself. Most of the threads are of older couples moving out, are there many people my own age? Cheers The problem you will have is one of perception. Sadly - and it's grossly unfair - single ladies of your age in this region are assumed to be working in an entirely different capacity from the one you are probably intending to pursue. (See the earlier posts in this thread if you don't know what I'm talking about). Give us more detail about what sort of work you will be doing, and a broad hint of who you will be working for. What arrangements have you been promised, if any, about accommodation? Do NOT under any circumstances come out alone, hoping you'll find somewhere to live after a few days or whatever - it doesn't work like that. I know a number of families in Bahrain that would look after you if it would help. Go for it - it will be a great experience. |
Re: Moving to Bahrain
Its a job within the marine industry. Do you know what the attitude to women is within this industry?
The manager has said that I can live with him and his family while I get settled in, so I wouldnt be completely abandoned!! Got to make the decision by today aghh!! |
Re: Moving to Bahrain
Originally Posted by ZoeS
(Post 6955304)
Its a job within the marine industry. Do you know what the attitude to women is within this industry?
The manager has said that I can live with him and his family while I get settled in, so I wouldnt be completely abandoned!! Got to make the decision by today aghh!! Do you actually know this manager? Met him face-to-face I mean? |
Re: Moving to Bahrain
Originally Posted by ZoeS
(Post 6955304)
Its a job within the marine industry. Do you know what the attitude to women is within this industry?
The manager has said that I can live with him and his family while I get settled in, so I wouldnt be completely abandoned!! Got to make the decision by today aghh!! My knee-jerk reaction is "no, fer chrissakes"..But I guess it´s a case of how much support you can get from people in the area. If for example you where tight with one of the rich and powerful families in the area you will find that everything will go smoothly. But being all on your own means that you are truly alone in a part of the world where tribes/clans/families have the final say in everything and single young females are not expected to go it alone unless they are A) Devoid of choice B) Outcasts C) Lowlifes.. And that is despite Bahrain being rather progressive.. |
Re: Moving to Bahrain
truly alone in a part of the world where tribes/clans/families have the final say in everything and single young females are not expected to go it alone unless they are A) Devoid of choice B) Outcasts C) Lowlifes..
Is it really that bad? |
Re: Moving to Bahrain
Originally Posted by ZoeS
(Post 6955442)
truly alone in a part of the world where tribes/clans/families have the final say in everything and single young females are not expected to go it alone unless they are A) Devoid of choice B) Outcasts C) Lowlifes..
Is it really that bad? Not trying to put you off but there are some strange people in the world and that includes Bahrain. It could be a great experience but make sure you are safe before making any decisions. Good luck! |
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