
Kuwait Travel Guide
Kuwait
Country: Kuwait
Population: 2,505,559
Capital: Kuwait
Time Zone: UTC+3
Currency Name: Kuwaiti dinar (KD)
Government Type: constitutional emirate
Languages: Arabic (official), English widely spoken
Ethnic Breakdown: Kuwaiti 45%, other Arab 35%, South Asian 9%, Iranian 4%, other 7%
Religion: Muslim 85% (Sunni 70%, Shi'a 30%), other (includes Christian, Hindu, Parsi) 15%
Major Cities:
Phone Country Code: 965
Health Concerns:
Official Tourism Website:
High Travel Season: May and October
Voltage: 240 V - 50 Hz
Electrical Plug Type: d, g
Major Holidays:
Misc Fact / Good to Know: If you have a stamp of Israel on your passport you're denied entry into the country, no matter where you're from.
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Featured Middle East Adventure Tours
Oases And Pharaohs
Red Sea, White desert, blue skies and the green banks of the Nile, a land of both colour andcontrasts. Not only does Egypt have one of the World’s richest heritages, and mysteriously lost civilisations, it is also home to a thriving, developing modern culture. With camping under desert stars in the Sahara, snorkelling the coral reefs, wandering between the pillars of Karnak and cruising on a felucca, this tour encompasses the very best highlights of Egypt. Allow yourself to dip your toe into the wonders of the Ancient and prepare yourself for the memories of a lifetime. more information
Caravan Route
From Petra to Abu Simbel, be awed by ancient wonders of civilisations which date back to 9000 BC. Enjoy floating in the Dead Sea, drifting down the Nile, counting the stars above Wadi Rum and ascending Mount Sinai. Jordan and Egypt have some of the oldest cultures on earth and this tour will bring alive the spectacular significance of this region. more information
Middle East Discovery
Discover truly Middle Eastern delights whilst journeying through Turkey, Syria and Jordan. See the confluence of culture in Istanbul where Europe and Asia meet and mingle. Experience unparalleled hospitality whilst sampling local cuisines and minttea. Explore the region's architecture, Cappadocia's cave city, see the influence of Crusader castles, Roman ruins and finally Damascus, the world's oldest city. Explore the streets and markets, uncover wonderful treasures and buy them for a bargain! A tour filled with both environmental and cultural wonders. more information
The Road To Damascus
A fascinating introduction to some of the most significant highlights of the Middle East. This tour has you wandering through the bazaars of Damascus in search of hidden courtyards and bustling market places, trading with the best in Aleppo and appreciating the Roman influence in Palmyra. Whilst in Jordan enjoy a float in the Dead Sea, count the stars in the desert skies over Wadi Rum, and be awed by the grand entrance of Petra. In Egypt, climb Mount Sinai in time for a very memorable sunrise, snorkel Red Sea reefs and experience the mayhem that is Cairo, Africa's... more information
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