The Kuwaiti oil industry is a prosperous oil field. The petroleum industry is Kuwait's largest sector, which accounts for almost half of the country 's GDP.
Read moreThe Gulf State of Kuwait is an enticing destination, with its combination of Western populism and Middle Eastern customs.
The capital, Kuwait City, is lined with mosques and gleaming palaces, while its downtown is overshadowed by towers that pull the city ever skyward. With shopping, sightseeing and a seafront to discover, Kuwait City has endless appeal for an out-of-the-ordinary weekend escape you won’t forget.
1. Kuwait May Be Hotter Than Any Other Country
When people think about the Middle East, I am sure they picture a vast desert with a scorching sun and this is valid to some degree. Kuwait consists largely of the sandy Arabian Desert, with a very minimal urban area. After growing up in a tropical city in South Africa I thought I was prepared for the heat but I was still taken by surprise.
Kuwait's weather is great for outdoor fun, from October to May. Our children need to run and play in the fresh air and sunshine and open space. Almost every community in Kuwait has a park and plans are being made to create more, but finding well-developed, safe and child-friendly parks and playgrounds can be challenging.
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