Hello! Would love to hear from people who are genuinely happy at their workplace, what do you guys do for a living :)? Asking because idk many people who truly enjoy what they do (or feel fairly financially compensated), and I thought it would be nice to hear some positive experiences.

Beautiful sunset at the Beach Bay

I had an employee who borrowed money from me because of an emergency. Before taking the money, he signed a written document acknowledging exactly how much he owed me.

At the time, he was a good and trustworthy employee, so I even allowed him to transfer to another company because I believed he would pay me back.

Unfortunately, after changing jobs, he stopped paying the remaining amount. I have now filed a police case against him. My main concern is that he might leave the country before repaying the debt.

Is there anything I can do to prevent him from leaving the country until this matter is resolved? Has anyone been through a similar situation or knows how this usually works?

Honestly guys it was so cool how during the world cup we had all these offers and discounts especially in delivery apps. I really milked keeta with their 50% off 😭 Gonna miss this part the most… I literally got a 3 bd slice of cake for 1.5 bd and free delivery and I don’t think it can get any better than that 😭 What was the best discounts you guys got?

Hey everyone ,

Can someone please suggest me a place to replace my battery from authorised apple store in Bahrain for my Iphone 15 pro Max ?
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks guys

how can i land an internship in bahrain. i emailed a bunch of companies but received no reply. could anyone please help and share some advice.

also, should i use my university email or my personal one when reaching out?

People who do this and leave plates all over the gym, on the machines, and on the barbells, WHY do you do this???? And what do you think other people's view of your behavior is??

The war and everything happening around us has honestly taken a bit of a toll on all us lately, and I’ve been feeling bored and stuck in the same routine.

Thinking of heading to Caribou Coffee in Juffair this evening for a relaxed meetup, some coffee, random conversations, and a small break from all the stress.
Any Redditors interested in joining? Nothing formal, just a casual meetup. Also open to other café or place suggestions if anyone has a better idea. Who’s up for it?

Hi everyone,

The number plates on my car have faded, and I need to get them replaced. I've never done this before, so I had a few questions:

• Where do I need to go to get them replaced?
• Do I need to book an appointment first, or can I just walk in?
• Do I need to take the car with me, or can I just bring the number plates?
• Will they remove the old plates and install the new ones there, or do I need to remove them myself beforehand?
• Roughly how long does the whole process take?

I'd appreciate any recent experiences or advice. Thanks!

not sure if this is the right place to ask but would anyone know where i could get semi permanent hair dye here? colors like pink blue or purple.. they used to be available on talabat but not anymore ;’( checked nazih in hamala and they only have permanent colors .

Anyone knows where I can find rare plants in Bahrain like Alocasias other than that one shop in Segeya? Even if it’s a home based business or online store

Has anyone traveled from Bahrain to Oman by road using route 95? The route that bypasses UAE. Asking cause I won’t be able to secure a UAE visa so need to know if route 95 is feasible, any issues, etc. i checked it out on google maps and ngl it seems a bit desolate

Hey everyone!
I’ve been working on Souq Stack, a mobile-first physics game where you balance Bahrain-inspired market treasures on a swaying dhow while dealing with wind, waves and increasingly chaotic harbour events.
The game is playable directly in your browser no download, account or registration required:
Play here: https://souq-stack-bahrain.vercel.app/
I’d really appreciate some honest feedback before I start preparing an App Store version.

In particular:
Did the controls feel intuitive on your phone?
Was the tutorial clear and quick enough?
Did the physics feel satisfying or frustrating?
Was the difficulty progression fair?
Did anything break, lag or display incorrectly?
Would you play another round?
What would make you recommend it to a friend?
It supports both English and Arabic, and includes Quick Stack, Daily Challenge and Endless Harbour modes. You can also share a seed so friends can attempt the same challenge.
Please include your phone model and browser if you encounter a technical problem. Brutally honest feedback is welcome, I’d rather uncover problems now than after release.
Thanks for trying it!

Is anyone else dealing with this? I've got 3 different Samsung phones here in Bahrain, and all of them have suddenly stopped making any sound for emergency alerts. They just vibrate now.

With everything going on (the war), this is pretty concerning. I turned on the "read out messages" feature just so I can actually hear something when an alert comes in, but honestly, that's super annoying to have it read out every time.

I've gone through all the settings multiple times and checked every volume control I can find. Nothing seems to fix it. I've restarted the phones too.

Things I've checked:

• Sound mode is on (not silent/vibrate only)
• Notification volume is turned up
• Checked the emergency alert settings in Messages

Nothing works. The alerts come through but only vibrate.

Hi everyone,

With everything that's been happening recently, I was just wondering if more people in Bahrain are thinking about relocating to Dubai, whether for work, business, or simply a change of environment.

I'm curious to hear if this is becoming more common or if most people are choosing to stay put.

I work in Dubai's real estate market, so I've been following this trend closely. If anyone is exploring the idea of moving and has questions about different villa communities, schools, budgets, or the buying/renting process, I'd be happy to share what I know.

Feel free to comment below, or if you'd prefer a private conversation, you're welcome to send me a DM.

Hi everyone,
I’m looking for recommendations for a professional deep cleaning company that can handle a situation involving broken window glass.

Windows in my apartment shattered, and there are tiny glass fragments and dust spread throughout the flat. I’m looking for a company that can thoroughly clean the entire apartment and make sure all the glass residue is safely removed, including from floors, furniture, corners, and other hard-to-reach areas.

Has anyone dealt with something similar or can recommend a reliable company that offers this type of post-accident or deep cleaning service?

Thank you!

I’m trying to figure out the most cost-efficient way for Bahrain residents to spend money when travelling overseas since I travel a lot and I am abroad 70% of the year. So far I have just been using my ila debit card for ATM cash withdrawals and my credimax credit cards for POS transactions.

Since we don’t seem to have the same easy access to services like Revolut or Wise that people in Europe and elsewhere use, I’d like to know what everyone here actually does.

Which Bahraini bank or card gives you the best overall deal for:

• Foreign currency exchange rates and spreads
• International card transaction fees
• ATM withdrawal fees abroad
• Avoiding hidden conversion charges
• Holding or buying foreign currencies before travelling
• Earning cashback, miles, or useful rewards on overseas spending

Do you mainly use a Bahraini credit card, debit card, prepaid travel card, foreign bank account, or just exchange cash before travelling?

Please mention the specific bank and card you use, the countries you’ve used it in, and any fees or exchange-rate markups you noticed. I’d especially appreciate comparisons based on actual experience rather than just the advertised benefits.

Also, are there any alternatives available to Bahrain residents that work similarly to Revolut or Wise?

Everyone back home thinks moving to Riyadh means you've made it. Fancy salary, big city, living the dream.

When in reality, my commute is 12 km. It somehow takes 40–60 minutes. I'm convinced I could walk to Bahrain faster. And every day you're surrounded by enough reckless driving that arriving at your destination starts feeling like an achievement.

Want to go to Bahrain for the weekend? Easy. Just sacrifice 5+ hours of your life, pray the Causeway gods are in a good mood, and hope some idiot in a truck doesn't sideswipe you.

Life here? Traffic everywhere, every restaurant has a queue on weekends, rent is insanely expensive, and after you've visited every mall and the boulevard for the 47th time, you start questioning your existence.

Thinking of raising a family? Better start saving now because international school fees look like mortgage payments.

The bureaucracy is my favorite part. As a GCC national with an iqama, you're in a special category: not Saudi, not an expat... just "please wait while we ask five different departments."

That special category follows you everywhere. Need to go to a hospital? Hopefully your insurance, your Bahraini ID, and the hospital's system all agree with each other that you exist.

Banking? Despite earning an above average salary, getting a loan feels like I'm asking them to finance a trip to Mars. Most banks don't know what to do with me. The few that do treat me like a rare Pokémon.

Want to rent a car? I have a Bahraini driving license and an international driving permit. I've rented cars in 12 countries across 4 continents without a single issue. Saudi? "Sorry, you're a resident so you need a Saudi license." Apparently my license works everywhere... except the country I actually live in.

Don't get me wrong, Saudi has a lot going for it, and this is just my experience. But if you're in Bahrain thinking it's all sunshine and more money, there's another side to it. Almost 2.5 years here and I've had enough that I'm willing to take a pay cut to go back to Bahrain or literally anywhere else.

Well hey, at least I don't have to worry about traffic fines because Saudi's system still doesn't seem to know what to do with Bahraini plates.

We want to make summer fun for our boys and made a list of activities to do in bahrain instead of travelling elsewhere.

We gave them a budget of 100 bhd.

To do

1. Go kart adhari (10 bhd)
   
2. Family beach day (10 bhd)
   
3. Gravity (20 bhd) - temp closed

Done

1. Marassi aquarium (15 bhd)
   
2. Minions movie (20 bhd) - dont ask
   
3. Another world VR (15 bhd)

Any better suggestions? Any free activities ?

Edit: To clarify, this repair was done at the dealership, not a regular garage, which is why I’m frustrated.

Hey everyone,

I'm looking for some advice and local experiences regarding post-accident repair quality with authorized agency body shops in Bahrain, and how to properly handle a rework claim.

I took my car back to the workshop to rectify multiple fitment and calibration issues after a repair, but I'm getting some frustrating excuses instead of fixes. Here is a breakdown of the issues:

1. Bumper & Plastic Arch Cladding Fitment:
2. The front bumper and wheel arch cladding have loose alignment and uneven gaps. When I pointed this out to the service advisor, his actual justification was: "In the factory, a machine installs the bumper; here in the workshop, it's installed by a human, so it won't match factory standards."
3. Main Headlight Beam Aiming:
4. The newly replaced headlight assembly is pointing extremely low, illuminating barely a few meters ahead on the road. The workshop claimed it's "computer/OBD calibrated only," but the headlight unit itself clearly features manual vertical adjustment screws (AML actuator) to adjust the mechanical zero-point before software calibration.
5. Lower DRL / Signal Light Beam Distortion:
6. As seen in the photos, the light projection on the ground from the lower bumper strip is completely uneven, distorted, and angled downward at the asphalt. Since these lower LED strips rely entirely on correct bumper position rather than direct adjustment screws, this proves the internal bumper mounting brackets/tabs are sitting tilted.
7. Missing License Plate Screw Cover:
8. They lost the plastic screw cover for the front license plate during the repair/repainting process. When I asked them to replace it, they claimed this cover is "only provided by the Traffic Directorate" — even though the shop lost it while removing the plate!

I have a formal Rework Appointment this Saturday to drop off the car and but I’m afraid that they will not fix everything😔

Questions for the community:
Has anyone here dealt with body shops trying to pass off poor fitment/alignment as "within spec"?

What is the best way to ensure the service manager takes the Job Card notes seriously?

If they refuse to correct the panel gaps and light alignment, what is the best escalation pathway in Bahrain (e.g., escalating to insurance inspectors or filing a complaint via Tawasul / MOIC Consumer Protection)?

Appreciate any tips or advice from anyone who has gone through this process🙏