Best and Worst Parts About Living in Bahrain

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  • Before I leave this wonderful island, I wanted to share the best and the worst parts of living in Bahrain as an expat. Spoiler alert! The pros definitely outweigh the cons, but I share a few things you should be aware of before moving to or visiting Bahrain.
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  • @toriannsharpe
    @toriannsharpe  2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    If you live or have lived in Bahrain, what are your pros and cons?

    • @BMK500
      @BMK500 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Pro: shawarma, chill people (generally), you get a lot for your housing, quite a bit to do, being in the center of the Middle East Europe isn’t that far away and so is Asia, Formula 1 and you can actually race on the Bahrain intl circuit for a decent price, Tea.
      Cons: not much outside of the northern part of the island, air quality, July August and early September is basically cancelled, SAUDI drivers.
      Honorable mention: the harassment isn’t limited to women, I had like 4 Thai women run up on me in a club in juffair, that was a weird one.

    • @Hasanaaziz
      @Hasanaaziz ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Huge numbers on cancer and kidney failure patients because of living condition and air quality

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Great summary! Thanks for sharing, I totally agree. I'm sure everyone here really appreciates your perspective.

    • @Anonymoose66G
      @Anonymoose66G ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@BMK500 Are you sure they were women? 😂

    • @BMK500
      @BMK500 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Anonymoose66G in my defense I was too drunk to tell

  • @BlessyMacam
    @BlessyMacam 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Tori! Great to see you again with your new informative vlog! Thanks for sharing your experiences here in Bahrain! Keep on vlogging and just enjoy the rest of your stay here in Bahrain!

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Blessy, thank you so much for watching! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. What's your favorite part about living in Bahrain?

  • @nickmanning3913
    @nickmanning3913 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for sharing Tori!
    I just applied for a job there and was curious to hear the details.
    Great content!

    • @memyself3393
      @memyself3393 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      How did you find a job over there?

  • @Rubycon99
    @Rubycon99 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Bahrain has that rough around the edges, lived-in feel that's missing from a lot of places in the Gulf, which I think makes it more interesting and genuine than places like Dubai. I spent a couple months there total while In the Navy and there's something very nostalgic about it for me.

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I totally agree with that! Lots of old and new to explore. While there were definitely places you could experience the culture, there were also incredible malls!

  • @tinie8642
    @tinie8642 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi Tori! Love your video! is there any recommendation on where we can search for any available work in Bahrain? Just wondering 😊

  • @epicnownthen9699
    @epicnownthen9699 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Bahrain is a special place. I have a lot of nostalgia for my time living there. One teacher I worked with in the Middle East retired to there…a worthy step. I like Coral Bay, City Centre, the Bahrain Rugby Club, Juffair, & all of the restaurants, al Dar island, scuba diving, all of it!

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว

      Totally agree, Bahrain will always hold a very special place in my heart.

  • @mandyholmes5906
    @mandyholmes5906 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I was in Bahrain for nearly 2 months and i loved EVERYTHING about Bahrain, other than the heat was a bit challenging.

  • @helenaforeman6417
    @helenaforeman6417 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I landed in Bahrain in 1970 and have seen the island develop, the causeway to Saudi was just being planned, my husband was Bahraini we lived in Riffa by the police station. Our children were last in Bahrain in 2011 with myself to celebrate Eid with our family 😊

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks so much for sharing Helena! That's incredible!

  • @thaliakhi9398
    @thaliakhi9398 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hi tori! This video is very informative where do I go to apply for a job in bahrain

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi Thalia, I'm so glad you enjoyed the video. Unfortunately, I can't speak on applying for a job.

  • @user-go6ge4mu8x
    @user-go6ge4mu8x 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    thank you for video. Where are you these days>?

  • @2gther4ever
    @2gther4ever ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Bahrain is the jewel in the crown of the Gulf, I first visited in 1981 and have now lived here for 11 years. Going to see Swan Lake and Sleeping Beauty ballets next month, oh and Andre Rieu is here in a few days. Yes, it’s hot and humid in the summer, but you can have a BBQ 363 days in a year 😅, plus it’s a very safe country to live for men and women.

    • @AndersonCriativo
      @AndersonCriativo 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      What about the point one mentioned above related to air quality (+ cancer). Does it make sense?

  • @Sussexxsquad
    @Sussexxsquad ปีที่แล้ว

    What song did you use in this video very relaxing.

  • @sadrakathambi5610
    @sadrakathambi5610 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    So helpful

  • @valdemarzock9617
    @valdemarzock9617 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    im from Finland and i just love Bahrain for some reason and I would love to visit Bahrain someday😍🇧🇭

  • @thepilltoyourboredom.8264
    @thepilltoyourboredom.8264 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It has been 2 weeks for me and I have been followed home catcalled has just be aware and keep walking and if u feel unsafe u know what to do

  • @Gigi-rh6hj
    @Gigi-rh6hj ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m from Bahrain and in my opinion I love it there I lived there for all my life

  • @BrainFuelNetwork
    @BrainFuelNetwork 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Another great video Tori. Don’t let being in the USA again stop you. Internationals now are curious. Give the people what they want.

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahah! I appreciate the encouragement Brian. I've been on a couple cold weather adventures lately and I can't wait to share them.

  • @esthernene2597
    @esthernene2597 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Tori

  • @andrewlewiscameras
    @andrewlewiscameras 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m spending Christmas Day in Bahrain. Where should I stay and what should I visit?

  • @CollosalTrollge
    @CollosalTrollge 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    @Tori Ann Sharpe : Humid climate does suck,. but i dont think Bahrain gets as humid as the Philippines

  • @sanderbokn9292
    @sanderbokn9292 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im moving there this summer

  • @trinitylea7932
    @trinitylea7932 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I want to visit Bahrain. I am very excited about this idea

  • @zaydryan2323
    @zaydryan2323 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Would you say there are good wages and low taxes there?

  • @israelynsgoodlife
    @israelynsgoodlife ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vedio! My boyfriend asked me if i'm okay to live in Bahrain.

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I really loved my time in Bahrain! There are fun things to do and great food. Just make sure to be street smart!

  • @calbon3545
    @calbon3545 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Im moving soon and American here, I have an Asian wife traditional modest Taiwanese. Will she be able to assimilate easily there? What cultural shocks do you think she will experience? Also she hates Sun sun sun, because of her skin. Is there skin lasers and treatments?

  • @oluwaseunolukunle3828
    @oluwaseunolukunle3828 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hello Tori you m in Bahrain is there a way to get a job here?

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi, I'm sorry I'm unable to help with that. Good luck!!

  • @lotfikh7154
    @lotfikh7154 ปีที่แล้ว

    what's the music you are using?

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I use Epidemic Sound - you can check it out here share.epidemicsound.com/8v7361

  • @emberrageofficial
    @emberrageofficial ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I pray to Allah that I can meet a good friends here in Bahrain. I am living in Sitra. Been here 3 weeks from now. I missed having a good friends, good company and someone that will not use you but someone that you can trust. 🙏😇😊

  • @Travellerdesi100
    @Travellerdesi100 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi m coming to bahrain please help if it's ok

  • @ColtsGreatestFan
    @ColtsGreatestFan 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I lived in Bahrain for the first 6 years of my life. The thing I miss the most is the McArabia

  • @jeelbambhroliya6287
    @jeelbambhroliya6287 ปีที่แล้ว

    Are you a citizen of Bahrain ?
    Or on invester visa ?

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I was there on a longer visa! Just a living there temporarily.

  • @stevestevens502
    @stevestevens502 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can you buy alcohol there?

  • @sayedahmedfaraz2373
    @sayedahmedfaraz2373 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your right about Saudi drivers1

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว

      HAHAHAH I feel like that's a common consensus.

  • @ajeshkumars8116
    @ajeshkumars8116 ปีที่แล้ว

    🥰🥰

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks so much for watching and the support!

  • @saharh88
    @saharh88 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Air quality in kuwait is worst than bahrain

  • @obachina83
    @obachina83 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hello good afternoon, pls can you help me get a job in Bahrain plss.

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว

      Hi! I'm sorry, I can't help with that! Best of luck!

  • @robertogolisano5951
    @robertogolisano5951 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Humidity in the windy desert? How is possible!???

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hahahah I'm not even sure! But it was indeed hot and humid in the summer (probably because it's by the sea) and windy in the winter (again probably the winder winds). Those are just guesses though!

    • @timaaldoseri7687
      @timaaldoseri7687 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Its not desert its a very small Island so humidity is 100% most of the year

    • @robertogolisano5951
      @robertogolisano5951 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@timaaldoseri7687 is not good for me

  • @ericgregorious7047
    @ericgregorious7047 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Is it Christian friendly?

  • @CollosalTrollge
    @CollosalTrollge 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yeh i dont know who the heck would like Humidity

  • @bhaveshchudasama6543
    @bhaveshchudasama6543 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Are women allowed to drive-in Bahrain

    • @kyledumont5111
      @kyledumont5111 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yes they are! I did some driving while I was there and enjoyed it. Just be careful, some drivers are a bit crazy!

  • @faizanabbasi4756
    @faizanabbasi4756 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I recommend you to visit Pakistan and India for once , you will be shocked to see multicultural environment , amazing cuisine, hospitable people, very cheap prices for tourist.

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว

      I've been to India twice and LOVED it. I definitely want to go back. Pakistan is also very high on my list!

    • @faizanabbasi4756
      @faizanabbasi4756 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@toriannsharpe yess Indian people are also very amazing, i have alot friends from India, it will be honour for me to welcome you in Pakistan

  • @haych27
    @haych27 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What you described is harassment pure and simple and not cool at all. It shows you're a nice person that you rationalised it but you and women don't have to

  • @peafavxy_8426
    @peafavxy_8426 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'll be in Bahrain this weekend

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว

      I hope you had an awesome time during your visit!

  • @creativemindset9535
    @creativemindset9535 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello i’m from Bahrain

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว

      I loved Bahrain when I lived there! It'll always hold such a special place in my heart.

    • @creativemindset9535
      @creativemindset9535 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@toriannsharpe you always welcome here let me invite you to dinner when you visit again 🙏🏼

  • @CollosalTrollge
    @CollosalTrollge 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Driving in Bahrain cant be as bad as in Mozambique South Africa or Philippines lol

    • @WNdaba
      @WNdaba 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I guess you have never been to India, Saudi Arabia to mention SA in your analysis

  • @Silasandapollostravel
    @Silasandapollostravel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Please can you help me get a job please. I m a graduate of political science from Nigeria. I have a good work ethics and abide by organizational standard.

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว

      I'm so sorry, that's something I'm unable to help with! Best of luck to you!

  • @Elgatoisalegend
    @Elgatoisalegend ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i live in bahrain😡😡

  • @abdullaali1799
    @abdullaali1799 หลายเดือนก่อน

    خيرها لغيرها.

  • @rockownaty
    @rockownaty 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    With all due respect lots of things were bs. Come on you know that literally no one goes indoor skydiving cause its expensive, the beaches suck, i’m bahraini and never ever heard any local or expat that went indoor rock climbing. I do agree with harassing and why sugar coat be like bahrainis don’t harass when lots do as well. I’ll tell you what this video is, its just a conservative politically correct attempt to show your opinion while fearing to say something that could compromise you staying in bahrain in the future or fearing retribution from locals. Every single video of expats feels there not speaking theirs hearts like they would when mentioning another western country

  • @bernardoliveira
    @bernardoliveira ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Why do you talk like if you had a sore throat or lack of air?

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hahaha I haven't heard that one before! Not sure!

    • @aqeelaallahyari
      @aqeelaallahyari ปีที่แล้ว

      It's the US way of talking. It gets worse as you travel west and peaks in California 😆 just do the voice and you will sound like a local even if your grammar is botched, trust me lol

    • @bernardoliveira
      @bernardoliveira ปีที่แล้ว

      @@aqeelaallahyari remembers me spoloef blond girls from Beverly hills...

  • @Pokeeeeepow
    @Pokeeeeepow 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Traveling is not good in Bahrain..I disagree with that since all the countries I visited were better than Bahrain in that matter

    • @Akei51
      @Akei51 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      if you had a bad experience this doesn't mean traveling is not good it's so much better than many other places in the region and the even all of asia and the world + Bahrain has a very unique culture and history that you can't understand if you just want want to hate it instead of searching about it

    • @monetum1392
      @monetum1392 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Akei51 chill he just offered some criticism

    • @toriannsharpe
      @toriannsharpe  ปีที่แล้ว

      There are so many cool travel opportunities both in and around Bahrain. I definitely want to do more exploring in the Middle East.

  • @johnroberts7018
    @johnroberts7018 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Do ppl really poop and pee on the side of road there and wipe butt with sand???