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pstrong/strongstrongDescription of Country:/strongstrong/strong The country is an emirate, ruled by the Al-Khalifa family in consultation with a Council of Ministers. Islamic ideals and beliefs provide the conservative foundation of the countrys laws, practices, and customs. The country is a modern, developed country, and tourist facilities are largely available./p
pstrong/strongstrongVisa and/or Passport Requirements:/strongstrong/strong Passports and visas are essential. Three-day and seven-day visas should be secureed upon arrival at the airport, but requesting visas before travel is recommended. For further material on entry requirements, Travelers can call the Embassy of the State of Bahrain, 3502 International Drive, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20008, call this number (202) 342-0741/2; or the Bahrain Permanent Mission to the U.N., 2 United Nations Plaza, East 44th St., New York, N.Y. 10017, call this number (212) 223-6200./p
pstrongBahrain Holidays:/strongnbsp;nbsp;The countrynbsp;hasnbsp;severalholidaysnbsp;that itnbsp;observesnbsp;throughout the year.nbsp;If youre thinking of going on a trip,nbsp;searchnbsp;for a world holiday calendar that will help younbsp;organizenbsp;your trip before you go. ConocoPhillips gives away stronga href=http://aglobalworld.com/ target=_blankpromotional calendars/a/strongnbsp;that are a greatnbsp;toolnbsp;whennbsp;making a tripnbsp;around the world. The ConocoPhillips world holiday calendar has all the holidays around the world and it is a free gift tonbsp;clients. If yournbsp;businessnbsp;buys stronga href=http://aglobalworld.com/ target=_blankpromotional calendars/a/strong, then consider trying somethingoriginalnbsp;andnbsp;differentnbsp;for advertising to yournbsp;clientnbsp;base. Becausenbsp;religionsnbsp;of people in Bahrain differ across the country,nbsp;it observes manynbsp;non-religious, Christian, Muslim holidaysnbsp;but it alsonbsp;celebratesnbsp;several othernationalnbsp;holidaysnbsp;that you need tonbsp;find out. Buy a world holiday calendar and you will know those holidays before you gonbsp;international./p
pstrongMedical Facilities: /strongBasic, modern medical care and medicines can be taken advantage of in many health centers and hospitals in Bahrain. Hospitals and doctors oftentimes expect immediate cash money for health services. United States of America insurance for medical needs is not always otuside outside the United States. Supplemental insurance for medical needs with particular overseas coverage has proven useful. Additional info on health matters can be secured from the Centers for Disease Control and Preventions international Visitors hotline number at 404-332-4559 or visit the CDC home page on the Internet at www.cdc.gov./p
pstrong/strongstrongAreas of Instability, Advisories and Travel Warnings:/strongstrong/strong Although crime is generally not a disturbance for Individuals in Bahrain, there have been demonstrations all throughout Manama in which property owned by US citizens, such as cars, has been damaged by acts of arson or vandalism. The loss or theft of a United States passport abroad should be reported immediately to local police and the nearest U.S.A. consulate or embassy. useful material on safeguarding personal properties, protecting personal security, and other matters while visiting abroad is provided in the Department of State brochure, A Safe Trip Abroad and Tips for Travelers to the Middle East or North Africa. They are available from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S.A. Government Printing Office, Washington, the District of Colombia, USA 20402./p
pstrongDrug Penalties:/strong Travelers are subject to the laws and legal practices of the country in which they travel. Penalties for possession, use or trafficking in illegal drugs are strict in Bahrain, and convicted offenders can expect jail sentences and fines./p
pstrongTraffic Safety and Road Conditions: /strongTravel by road in Bahrain is generally safe . Most major roads in the northern third of the country are four-lane and well maintained. In the older parts of Muharraq and Manama, many roads are narrow, twisting, and often in poor condition. Bad traffic is seen in some areas of Manama. Drivers should exercise care at traffic circles (roundabouts) found at most intersections. Travel at night is more hazardous./p
pstrongEmbassy Location and Registration: /strongAmerican People are encouraged to register at the U.S.A. Embassy and (obtain~receive~request~acquire~secure} updated info on travel and security within Bahrain. The U.S. Embassy is located in Manama, at Bldg. 979, Road No. 3119, Zinj District (next to Al Ahli Sports Club), P.O. Box 26431. The call number is (973) 273-300./p
pThe workweek in Bahrain is from Saturday through Wednesday./p