Bahrain travel
Two Days in Bahrain: A Weekend Itinerary
Two days in Bahrain is enough to see the old city, the national heritage sites and the Pearling Path, if you plan the order of the day carefully.
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Short, practical reads for planning a visit to Bahrain, Japan and Azerbaijan: what to see, how to get around and where your time is best spent.
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Culture and heritage
Bab Al Bahrain: Gateway to Manama Souq
Visit Bab Al Bahrain, the Gateway of Bahrain at the entrance to the Manama Souq: its history since 1949, what to see and how to start a walk through the old city.
Practical information
Bahrain for Cruise Passengers: Port, Arrival and Tours
Visiting Bahrain from a cruise ship: where ships dock at Khalifa Bin Salman Port, how to plan your time ashore, and which tours suit a short stop.
Food and markets
Traditional Bahraini Food: Seven Dishes and Drinks to Try
A visitor's guide to Bahraini food: kabsa, muhammar, harees, balaleet, gahwa and more, what each dish is, and where to try them on a Manama food walk.
Practical information
When to Visit Bahrain: Weather, Seasons and Tour Tips
When to visit Bahrain for the best weather: the cooler months from February to April and October to December, what the summer heat is like, and how to plan your tours.
Culture and heritage
Al Fateh Grand Mosque: What to Know Before You Go
Visit Al Fateh Grand Mosque in Juffair, one of the largest places of worship in Bahrain: opening days, visiting rules for non-Muslims and how to plan your visit.
Culture and heritage
Bahrain National Museum: What to Expect
Explore the Bahrain National Museum in Manama: the galleries, the history of the collection and how to plan a visit alongside other sights in the city.
Culture and heritage
A'ali Burial Mounds and Pottery: Planning Your Visit
Visit the A'ali burial mounds and pottery workshops in northern Bahrain: thousands of ancient Dilmun and Tylos-era mounds, and potters firing clay with traditional methods.
Culture and heritage
Visiting Bahrain Fort (Qal'at al-Bahrain)
Visit Bahrain Fort, part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site on Bahrain's northern coast: what to see, opening days and how it fits into a day in Manama.
Culture and heritage
Walking the Pearling Path in Muharraq
Walk the Pearling Path in Muharraq, a UNESCO-listed route of pearl merchants' houses, divers' homes and coastline. What to see, when it is open and how to plan your visit.
Culture and heritage
Visiting the Tree of Life in Sakhir Desert
The Tree of Life stands alone in Bahrain's Sakhir Desert. Learn about this acacia tree, how far it is from Manama and how to plan a visit.
Bahrain travel
Best Places to Visit in Bahrain
Discover Bahrain beyond its modern skyline. Explore historic forts, traditional souqs, beautiful mosques, local food and cultural experiences with our guide to the best places to visit and things to do in Bahrain.
Practical information
Private or Shared Tours in Bahrain: How to Choose
Compare private and shared sightseeing tours in Bahrain by flexibility, privacy, group size and atmosphere, and find the option that suits your trip.
Bahrain travel
Bahrain in One Day: A Full-Day Sightseeing Plan
A practical one-day plan for first-time visitors to Bahrain, covering the main heritage sites and traditional markets, and how a private tour follows the same route.
Bahrain travel
Best Places to Visit in and Around Manama
Seven places to see in and around Bahrain's capital, from Bab Al Bahrain and Manama Souq to the National Museum and Bahrain Fort.
Practical information
Bahrain for First-Time Visitors: A Practical Guide
The best time to visit, how many days to spend, top attractions, getting around, local food and customs for a first trip to Bahrain.
Bahrain travel
12 Things to Do in Bahrain
Twelve experiences worth planning into your Bahrain visit, from Manama's historic landmarks and souqs to Muharraq's pearling heritage and a boat trip along the coast.
Japan articles
Japan travel
Three Days in Japan: Mount Fuji, Nagano and Nikko Itinerary
A three-day Japan itinerary: Mount Fuji on Day 1, the Snow Monkey Park on Day 2, and Nikko on Day 3, with planning advice.
Japan travel
Nikko Travel Guide: UNESCO Shrines, Temples and Natural Sights
Nikko: the UNESCO shrines and temples, Shinkyo Bridge, Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls, and how to make the most of a day trip.
Japan travel
Nagano Snow Monkey Park: What to Expect and How to Get There
Jigokudani Snow Monkey Park: what the walk is like, when to go, what to wear, and how to reach the park from Tokyo.
Japan travel
Visiting Mount Fuji from Tokyo: A Practical Guide
Mount Fuji from Tokyo: the lakes, villages and viewpoints worth your time, the best seasons, and how a private tour helps.
Practical information
Nikko Day Trip from Tokyo: Shrines, Lake and Waterfall
Planning a Nikko day trip from Tokyo? See what a private tour covers, from Toshogu Shrine and Shinkyo Bridge to Lake Chuzenji and Kegon Falls, and how to choose the right vehicle.
Practical information
Mount Fuji or Snow Monkeys? Day Trips from Tokyo
Planning Japan day trips from Tokyo? Compare a private Mount Fuji tour with a private Snow Monkey Park day trip to Nagano, with what each one includes and how to choose.
Azerbaijan articles
Article
Baku, Gobustan and the Fire Temple: A Travel Guide
A practical guide to Azerbaijan: Baku's Old City, Gobustan rock art, mud volcanoes, Ateshgah Fire Temple and Yanar Dag, and how to plan a private day trip.