In Kuwait, vegetarians and vegans may find they are being met with some uncertainty. Nevertheless, only because in Kuwait the eschewing of animal products is not as popular as in the United Kingdom or the United States, vegetarian expats who travel there need not fear. Don't let yourself be put off by blank stares or questions about whether you get enough protein.
Read more1. 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.
The Ministry of Electricity and Water Supply operates services in Kuwait, and the system is relatively easy to comprehend. Most people will receive only one bill covering both their water supplies and their electricity supplies. Receiving separate bills is very unusual.
Read moreIt is not very usual for a Kuwaiti to have a pet, as they have long been considered unclean, although attitudes have recently changed. When you are taking your pet you need to make sure that your housing is sufficient for them to remain indoors for much of the time and the pet micro chipping is necessary.
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