The Pros and Cons of Living in Bahrain

[@MisterBurtonshaw]

It's odd how when we talk about those of us from the "west", moving to countries in the "east" we describe ourselves as "expats", but when it's the other way around we use the term "migrant worker".

[@AimeeRebecca]

I wonder if it has more to do with the country the workers are living in. When I lived overseas, myself and all of my co-workers were referred to as expats, no matter where we came from. Now I’m back in the U.K., I still work with people from all over the world, but everyone is referred to as a migrant worker. That’s just my experience so I don’t know if that’s the norm. It’s interesting though.

[@MisterBurtonshaw]

@@AimeeRebecca Indeed, maybe the recent political climate in the UK has made us use the "migrant" term when talking about other country's nationals. Maybe we should describe ourselves as such?

[@chineseedu5057]

Please am currently working in Nigerian as a medical doctor and I want to move to Bahrain and work as a medical doctor.. please can you help me on the requirements please..

[@7346908]

From the west you are top of food chain. You are more welcome there than in your own countries. But thank God if you not indian or Bengali or Pakistani or Filipino or African or who ever in the south or east from there.

[@7346908]

​@@chineseedu5057move westward bro. They won't recognize your efforts experience or degrees. Don't waste career. Move west.

[@DrJustininJapan]

great personality!!! awesome video

[@JingleJangle123]

I've been watching your videos recently as I'm a ("westernised" for better or worse when it comes to that term) Bahraini who will be moving back to Bahrain in September after living in London for the past few years. Your videos have nuanced my homesickness and I think paint a very vivid picture of what Bahrain is like, but from the perspective of a migrant. Having been a migrant in the UK it's interesting to be able to compare your experience to mine. Great videos 🙏❤️

[@natashadomingo2759]

Hi I enjoyed your video very much. I'm from South Africa. I am still considering moving to Bahrain. But just a bit worried about utility prices.

[@noisyhoisy6283]

Did you end up moving?

[@aanandresena6568]

I've been in Bahrain last week, spent 7 days in there and had a bit explored it.. A lovely city.. I agreed with you, their hospitality is really good.. I would like to come back there again...

[@BeWater4ever]

Thank's for the advices!

[@zaidal-hasani8346]

Hi Aimee, insightful video and thanks for sharing. Quick question, how easy is it to land a job in Bahrain? I’m an accountant from Australia and Arabic speaking

[@Catherinecathcathvlogs]

Thank you for sharing this I was thinking to move to Bahrain from Qatar 🇶🇦

[@ramongarciano569]

you did great! your info is better than no info

[@susiegilmour3520]

I lived in Bahrain many years ago and loved it. The ruler was very progressive and did a lot to improve the welfare of its people. However, after he died I heard that things changed for the worse, I had returned to UK by then but did see videos of protesting and unrest. I’m assuming things are better now?

[@emperor___palpatine]

What do you do for a living if you’re comfortable? I really want to travel the world but I don’t know what I should do for an income that lets me. Also, is it a must to learn Arabic if you’re going to move there?

[@AimeeRebecca]

I'm a teacher so that makes it quite easy to travel and find work. I 100% wouldn't recommend going into teaching for that reason though. But if you do move to Bahrain, you don't need to know Arabic. A lot of people there are expats and English is widely spoken

[@reenXsham]

Kindly tell which teacher specifically? Im an early childhood educator (montessori) trained teacher and im. Planning to move there. Whats the job market for this job there? Can i find a job easily there? Whats the salary scale? In well spoken in english as well. Pla reply.

[@inshalah80]

Good stuff. Learned a lot about the place. And learned a lot about which questions to ask before traveling. Appreciate the tips.👍🏿👍🏿

[@BlackSeedOil20]

Oh My God, what would be the reasons they would pay late? How do you avoid these schools? Any tip?

[@shahrazad8523]

Thanks for the video ❤ mind me asking what your field of work?

[@SebrinAdem]

I am going in July thank you.

[@haych27]

Very interesting. I've got an interview for a teaching job in Bahrain. I appreciate your insight, my concern is one of the cons you mention. How bad, frequent, invasive is the street harassment towards women.

[@derricksemakula9305]

Am Derrick, have been living in Dubai for 4yrs now but am going to be transfered to either Bahrain or Kuwait. Am really scared because I don't know about this countries. Please Rebecca which of this country will be nice since am used to lifestyle of Dubai

[@NathanJudahJoy]

Stay in uae

[@Anas-vj8ej]

What actions did you or can you take if your employer doesn't pay you?

[@Streaming-Reality]

I’ve worked in hospitality for many many years and I’m trying to find a job in Bahrain any suggestions would help?

[@johnmugambi7972]

Rmc International

[@silentcry0325]

Salmania!

[@derricksemakula9305]

Is lifestyle in Bahrain same as Dubai. Can u live with yo girlfriend. How is accommodation that side

[@007Jay100]

How hard is it to buy a car in Bahrain?

[@apostlebless2405]

God bless u, I love your videos, n i just subscribed to ur channel today. like what kind of jobs are there in Bahrain, I have a younger one that wants to come n work.

[@Mary-yc8vh]

I hate HATE not getting paid on time, that's a serious issue to me, it actually makes me really angry coz i go my life planned and some one needs to understand i have a life to live too period.

[@abhilash1812]

7:05 CONS start..

[@silviagasparini2775]

Hello, what is your job in Bahrain please?

[@totemtv5116]

Yeeeeea. First month here I’ve gotten Covid 19 and Bronchitis. First time out of the US and I ain’t having it.

[@zarzblue4541]

Hi thank you for your video. Have the bills been reduced now?

[@ezon1844]

I can't find jobs on LinkedIn in Bahrain. How can I find a job there? Do I need a recommendation?

[@valyusha98]

Try GulfTalent :) its on the app store as well

[@ezon1844]

@@valyusha98 thank you!

[@timothyfrancisduncan9542]

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[@timothyfrancisduncan9542]

They will never ask you for your r e f e r r a l it is your d u t y to tell them yourself, p l e a s e my name is *Timothy Francis Duncan*

[@timothyfrancisduncan9542]

He helped me to get $ 5 0 0 0 0 in a week with 5 0 0 0

[@Farha963]

That’s why my bf changed wen he went to bahrain and he left me

[@oluwaseunolukunle3828]

For real have been in Bahrain now and haven’t been gotten a job. It’s weird here

[@emmanueldavosky5515]

From Nigeria too thinking of coming to Bahrain but thinking about the complaint of job so far is it advisable I come or I should just stay back

[@TheQUBANQT]

As an American I can’t imagine 2 months without pay…. Outrageous 😱

[@wajdi_bouzidi]

02:57 oppressive? You mean religious fanatic?

[@halalcosmetics7]

is B.Ed naccessry to get teaching job in Bahrain?

[@Peptalkerjitha]

Ofcourse

[@ajwalker2365]

Great video. Imagine the lawsuits in the US if foreigners were charged 3X the price of utilities

[@bhaveshpatel2465]

So beautiful

[@godspoweriyke9964]

What is the average salary of a worker in Bahrain?

[@qazybekpendunietanu]

Hey Rebecca, could you tell us about renting apartment in Bahrain, like nice areas, where to search apartments, how much is the commission of realtors and etc. Thanks

[@minecraftronixcraft5127]

there is no fbi

[@onelargeblackcoffee]

do foreigner muslim women have to cover their heads?

[@sukantagiri5050]

I Love baharein

[@kiwikiwi8462]

I love your videos, I am in Uk 🇬🇧 I am thinking about to move to Bahrain 🇧🇭

[@xOPINIONATEDx]

I've been to Bahrain twice now (I got back to Kuwait at 10pm last night!) and I'm convinced I'm moving there. I like Kuwait, but I LOVE Bahrain. I completely agree with you on the friendliness!

[@AimeeRebecca]

I hope you do get the chance to move here. I remember my last visit to Bahrain from Kuwait. I got on the plane and decided as soon as I got back to my apartment I was going to start applying to jobs in Bahrain. It's such a social place to live!

[@Bootes_Void]

Jen Light oh cool!... I appreciate you answering the questions 😊. What do you teach if you don’t mind me asking again 😋

[@Tahoooooor]

Jen Light as a Bahraini this is a music to my ears 🇧🇭🇧🇭🇧🇭🇧🇭

[@cjmendoza1695]

Oh really is that so?

[@tharippayilsarath6480]

Bahrain is my birthcountry! Peace and love from India... I plan visiting and staying some time when corona is done

[@ashishdhiman2752]

and what about Bahrain vs Dubai? 😅

[@user-wi9nn6dz8w]

After you‘ve been to Bahrain you will not miss Dubai.

[@ashishdhiman2752]

@@user-wi9nn6dz8w clever one tho

[@mishalalbather8225]

I’ve been to dubai And I’ve been to bahrain Dubai is a very busy city and loud and its way more expensive.. it is good for a weekend. Bahrain is way cheaper and more cosy and just has the perfect night life Forget to mention.. bahrain is more family oriented

[@alhusaini2916]

Take care always of yourself cute face

[@raykarim1108]

Hi Rebecca- Are you originally from Wales?

[@minecraftronixcraft5127]

…….

[@7346908]

Say cons and you disappear 😂

[@drisalore4941]

I’m arriving in Bahrain in January from California. I’ve loved watching your vlogs and this one has me so excited to be there!

[@AimeeRebecca]

Oh wow! I'm sure you'll really like it here. It's a great place to live.

[@sriman4ever]

How will be the life of a doctor in bahrain? Like salary?

[@depressedpotato4915]

Probably around 2500 dinars per month

[@workplace4289]

Are you a Indian doctor trying to move to Bahrain ?

[@vvn8608]

Living 15 years in Bahrain, it has been great!

[@purplegamerwolves7570]

I was born in Bahrain! What age did you move here? Do you have any advice for teens and night life? Anything to do bc it seems like nothing is here?

[@lilhomie1130]

@@purplegamerwolves7570 i was born here too!

[@ioriii78]

6 years

[@vvn8608]

@@purplegamerwolves7570 i was born and bought up here brother😂

[@vvn8608]

@@ioriii78 thas breat bruh

[@Shortstack2570]

Im about to move to Bahrain! thanks for making this video. I know a little more of what to expect!

[@AimeeRebecca]

Oh yay! I'm sure you'll love it. It's such a nice country to live in.

[@leoreyes640]

No, I've been there for 2 years and people there are so ignorant.. I went to their beaches and it sucks

[@shussainnaser]

@@leoreyes640 true, public beaches suck.. and as for the people i would say yes the majority is ignorant! I'm originally from bahrain and im telling you, DO NOT GO TO PUBLIC BEACHES!!! join a private club or something you'll thank me later.. as for the market and souq always have a bahraini negotiate for you and never pay full price! another thing stay away from any areas that have any kind of conflict ( I learned that the hard way ) i mean for the most part manama, adliya, juffair, and muharraq are pretty decent in the weekends just avoid exhibition road, weekend traffic might lead you to suicide.. oh yesss make sure to visit amwaj and if you're into arts alriwaq in adliya have fun, and enjoy

[@twm3856]

Leo Reyes dude you are right, I guess you might be the one that agrees with me

[@ismailhaniya4520]

@@shussainnaser salaam Hussain arrived here in my jobhunting missions. If you could assist where to search Data Scientist Jobs or any IT related jobs

[@prins1991]

What can you say about the weather? Is it too humid?

[@jason0998]

Thanks for making it clear that it's actually the "You know who" that makes it harder to drive around the island on weekends

[@AimeeRebecca]

The weekends are always SO packed! It's insane.

[@esraasalman9248]

i’m Bahraini, i loved watching this 🥺

[@kawtharmt4996]

sending you love from bahrain, wishing you the best in every step life takes you, wherever it shall be!

[@AimeeRebecca]

Thank you so much 😊

[@ElMundoDeHadesOK]

my brother moved this week to bahrain... i wonder if with this /**** pandemic i'll be able to visit him at some point... =( ...also... i wonder if being in a wheelchair s going to be an inconvenience there....

[@AimeeRebecca]

Hopefully you'll be able to visit him soon. Most places in Bahrain have elevators. The pavements aren't great, but I think it would be ok

[@ElMundoDeHadesOK]

@@AimeeRebecca i live currently in argentina, goverment here does jack sh*t about streets here hahhaa im used to those challenges hahah ♥

[@TheFuentes5551]

why do you sound like your voice is shaking ?

[@anesu_garati]

Hie what about clothing is it cheap in Bahrain? And also is it easy or hard to get a job there?

[@alenorasje]

If I understood correctly you prefer Bahrain despite earning more in Kuwait ?

[@AimeeRebecca]

Exactly :)

[@themotivatortv]

I was stationed there in 2016-17 and I loved it. Night life, excellent. I'm going there again in 2021. Beautiful Island. Juffair- my favourite area

[@rickmorty7538]

Welcome!

[@themotivatortv]

@@rickmorty7538 Here already, lol

[@rickmorty7538]

@@themotivatortv haha awesome!

[@muntahad5205]

Cool my fav area in bh is zallaq springs!

[@bearwithmecm]

What’s the fay life there?

[@maxwellhowig510]

Well, I assume you meant to type "gay life". I mean, the word "bear" is in your KZbin id, so....

[@shahanshah2139]

Very good video

[@Danah38]

Bahrain to UK is expensive, so lets say you fly from Bahrain to Kuwait then Kuwait to UK is it going to be cheaper or more expansive?

[@AimeeRebecca]

I checked that out and it turned out that my layover in Kuwait would have been really long (10 hours I think?) so I just grit my teeth and spent the money.

[@sarahbucheeri3158]

Anyone coming to Bahrain here are the best places to visit: CITY CENTRE MALL THE AVENUES MALL BAB AL BAHRAIN FORMULA 1 OR PERHAPS GO KARTING MODA MALL AALI MALL THE DESERT AKA AL BAR DURRAT AL BAHRAIN LOST PARADISE WATER PARK WAHOO WATER PARK

[@sarahbucheeri3158]

There are many beaches you can visit you can also go to the famous forts and theatres

[@sarahbucheeri3158]

Spring festival and also the STC CARNIVAL

[@bryanmaillet9046]

@@sarahbucheeri3158 oh mine beautiful place I can't wait to visit Bahrain soon

[@123.earlystart]

Can my dog accompany me on events, like the beach?

[@AimeeRebecca]

If it's a private beach, I would call ahead and check. It also really depends on the time of year. During the winter months you'd be fine, but in the spring and summer I think your dog might be uncomfortable in the heat.

[@123.earlystart]

@@AimeeRebecca Thanks for the tip. :)

[@rickmorty7538]

Me a Bahraini person living in Bahrain and thinking the patrol is expensive, you saying it’s cheap just slapped me in the face 😂 but glad you loved living here !

[@todays_scent]

Been to Bahrain this September, it is a nice country, I love it.

[@fredcash7904]

I went to bahrain and they don't drink there from what I experienced... How are they drunk then? I might be wrong

[@Bootes_Void]

What do you do for work? 😋

[@AimeeRebecca]

I'm a teacher ☺️

[@Bonnie-sd7et]

Aimee Rebecca which school? My husband used to teach at BSB.

[@HS84775]

@@Bonnie-sd7et I went to BSB 😁

[@H76Pro]

I am Bahraini and yes the price of utilities is high for expats but Bahraini's have the lower rates if they own one house only or live in one flat, if for some reason they have a second flat or house then they pay the same as the expats in those extra places.

[@hewhoisawake9604]

What jobs are available?

[@kashifaarahams3787]

So were you paid your salary, or did you quit your job ?

[@dewaynewestmoreland3773]

Oh, I would like to visit. Want to visit either Bahrain, or Doha, or Dubai

[@ibraheemcarguy]

I recommend Dubai but you can choose Bahrain and Doha is quite bad (no offense) P.S my profile is a picture of a Bahraini highway

[@abdullaalmannai9828]

I also go a lot to the United Kingdom and its people are very kind and respectful and love goodness and help. Once in a while I will never forget this welcome from elderly men and women who saw me and my family in the city of Norwich and they said to me, Welcome to Norwich, and I will not forget that old woman with whom you want us to go Home for dinner and this act I will never forget, and I will tell it to my family and friends

[@alaaali7635]

Regarding the late wages in Bahrain I just want to mention that the ministry of labor here issued new laws this year that would quarantee that the workers would get their salary on time. This new law will be applied on 3 different stages along 2021

[@bollywoodtadka6480]

Beautiful

[@faeriesmak]

I am not one for travel..but I love learning about different places none the less. Plus I just really like your videos in general!

[@AimeeRebecca]

Thank you! Hopefully you learned a little something from this :D

[@faeriesmak]

@@AimeeRebecca I did! I didn't realize that Bahrain was so small!

[@anuradhakumari6224]

@@AimeeRebecca km. M

[@muntahad5205]

@@faeriesmak yeah its small but its still a beautiful country

[@sarahbucheeri3158]

Bahrain has changed and developed in so many new ways and many new landmarks and many technology advanced stuff here!!!!!! ITS AWESOME

[@bryanmaillet9046]

It's very beating Bahrain

[@alexanderyarizadeh1387]

How much more do you pay for your electricity and water compared to a Bahraini in US dollars?

[@animatronicyeet1519]

Bahrain is great and all but the summer is just way to hot.

[@deen_771]

everywhere in the gulf is hot xd

[@FATIMA-pe2fz]

I'm from Bahrain , I just saw your channel and ILOVE it

[@AimeeRebecca]

Yay! Welcome to the family!

[@bryanmaillet9046]

Very nice channel indeed

[@ismailhaniya4520]

@Virieca S did you get any links .. Have been looking for Data Scientist post there tooo

[@flokijhdfjkvnhsdfjkl]

were u there on Business or Do u Just have money to burn

[@adnanmohammed3360]

I am a bahraini, and i earn my bread and butter from neighbouring kingdom KSA. We don't get jobs in our so called country, because corporates and others consider us "Lazy by birth ".... I love my fucking island village Muharraq though🤣

[@Techandrecharge]

Yes I'm considering Either Bahrain or Dubai to live in, in like a 6 months. But that is due to the fact that the kind of Bussiness I'm currently in the process of setting up will be taxed like 110% in my country and I don't have 10 billion $ just collecting dust in my account. Btw the 10 billion $ is comming from our budget as we expect to have a profit of $100 billion in our first 5 years.

[@TheSamGerman]

Yes in Saudi Arabia, I also have the issue getting paid on time. I had the same issues in Turkey too. Best advice I can give is don't live month to month and you won't have to worry about it. As far as charging foreigners more, this is common practice around the world, perhaps Bahrain is doing it more than others. However, if they keep doing it then they may suffer the consequences inthe future (many expats stimulating the economy by being overcharged will leave). For now I choose to stay in KSA due to a higher salary plus everything besides food is paid for so no need to worry about those overpriced utilities :D

[@AimeeRebecca]

That's a great tip. I never counted on getting my salary on time so always held some money back just in case! I hear there's a great quality of life in Saudi Arabia!

[@khaledba-awad6290]

Add this that utilities are same for all people inside Saudi Arabia including water & electricity ,,, the only thing that residency permit is increased as well as VAT

[@wajdi_bouzidi]

​@@AimeeRebeccaborn in 1998, and lived in Saudi Arabia since August 25 1999 (according to my first ever passport), when I first came, it has been invaded by extremism/religious fanatic ism, followed by masculistic/mysoginistic environment, until 2018, the religious fanaticisim has partially faded away, since it went back to the social root of 1970s, where cinemas are common, female right are moderate....

[@fatimaalsalman508]

Glad you lived in here proud citizen we love seeing people enjoy it here

[@bryanmaillet9046]

I can't wait to visit Bahrain soon🥺

[@seandavid5376]

Can I ask you is live band music back yet or no ?

[@MrItsMeMario1337]

not quite yet. but soon maybe, for vaccinated people only most likely

[@girlwholovespopcorn]

As a Bahraini, I’m surprised some people actually drink and drive. Because even if you were given the freedom to do so, please respect the locals. I wish they drive safely. 🍃✨

[@bryanmaillet9046]

I wish for that too

[@redrose2194]

Foreigners pay water and electricity bills Because their salaries are much higher than the citizen. And their companies pay their expenses.Not like a citizen with little pay and debts.

[@razzletazzle]

skip to 2:00

[@YUSKHAN]

Its a Massive juicy target for the Iranian army

[@adnanmohammed3360]

🤣🤣🤣you're busy killing your own people

[@stojantashurov5773]

The videos starts on 2 min....

[@rickmorty7538]

I agree on the connnnssss! Although they recently built a new airport but I’m not sure if the prices changed

[@uetuutjihenuna5227]

Hi, I love your videos I would love to come work in Kuwait as an English teacher, I am from Africa Namibia .

[@intetmichael484]

Permit me ask, are there racists in Bahrain

[@intetmichael484]

Is it a racist state

[@shabbyofficial_]

@@intetmichael484 lol racists are everywhere on this God's green earth

[@tabassumkhan6297]

I live in bahrain

[@saudalharbi11]

9:23 population doubled 😂😂😅 this is so true & sometimes im from this double 🤣

[@bhupnarayanyadav5546]

Can you say something about forigen students life over there??

[@azharsiddique5510]

I am indian. Born and studied till 1st grade. There are a lot of hindus christians and foreign students there. They will treat you like their own.

[@munjiful]

Hi Aimee :) Can you explain more about the Bahrain brunches?

[@AimeeRebecca]

Of course! A lot of restaurants offer a Friday brunch here where you pay a set price and then all your food and drink is included for 4-5 hours. They usually have entertainment like a DJ or a band. It's a lot of fun!

[@Reem-fr3un]

Hey girl! What subject do you teach?? I’ve started my new degree to teach English, hopefully it goes well. Anyways, I haven’t met many Americans who have taught in the Middle East, the media here scares people. But uhm I’m just curious about your journey. I’ll keep watching, if it’s alright can I ask you questions along the way?

[@AimeeRebecca]

Hey! I specialised in teaching English so we have that in common. Right now I'm teaching second grade English and Science. I agree, the media paints a very one sided picture, but I love living here and it's nothing like I ever would have imagined before I got here. You're so welcome to ask as many questions as you'd like.

[@Reem-fr3un]

Aimee Rebecca Youre so sweet ❤️thank you so much! How long did it take you to get your degree ?? I feel like I’m so behind 🤦🏽‍♀️

[@AimeeRebecca]

@@Reem-fr3un Of course! I did an English degree first, which took 3 years, and then I did a 1 year Post Graduate Certificate in Education. But I also took various gap years so I didn't qualify as a teacher until I was nearly 26. Don't worry about feeling behind. This is something you have to do at your own pace :)

[@Reem-fr3un]

Aimee Rebecca I did 6 years in the US military ..... I feel SO BEHIND in life. but you are the first person to tell me this is my own pace. And I REALLY appreciate that. I’ve just been so ready for the next thing and it sounds dumb but I feel so behind I don’t want to even try but I’m forcing myself to because that’s what I need to do to get to my goal. Ever feel that way? 😂😂😂 Thank you so so much.

[@AimeeRebecca]

@@Reem-fr3un If you've done 6 years in the military then you're not behind. You're ahead!! You'll have picked up so many useful skills that you'll need as a teacher. I know it's overwhelming to make a big change like this (I felt the same), but don't get too bogged down. Life is not a race. Besides, you're looking at people right now and you feel like you're behind compared to them, but those same people are probably looking at you and thinking the exact same thing. You've achieved so much and just because you're starting a new chapter doesn't mean that everything else you've already done doesn't count for anything anymore. You need to value that experience ❤️

[@naylaalialkhalifa3963]

I am from bahrain 🇧🇭 I love my country so do not tease it