Senior Travel in Kuwait

Senior Travel in Kuwait

Senior Travel to Kuwait City

Kuwait City has many attractions and tours perfect for a senior tourist group. From sight seeing to shopping this modern city is a mix of the new and the old. It is important to be respectful of the local culture (and Islam) while in Kuwait City. Though the safest and one of the most progressive countries in the region it is wise to do as the locals do. Wearing shorts or skirts in most of Kuwait City is fine but what is acceptable at the Mall or downtown will not be acceptable in or around a mosque.

Sight Seeing

Kuwait City has many beautiful examples of Islamic Architecture a senior visitor to Kuwait City wouldn't want to miss including the Grand Mosque, the Sadu House and the Seif Palace. Tours can be arranged through a travel agent or from local tour guides available on location. The Grand Mosque has beautiful gardens and during Ramadan is home to nearly two hundred thousand pilgrims. The Seif Palace, though not open to the public, is directly across from the Grand Mosque and because of its gardens and gold plated roof is worth seeing even from the outside. The Sadu House, constructed with coral and gypsum, is a museum dedicated to preserving traditional Bedouin (a nomadic Arab ethnic group) arts and crafts. Nearly three hundred Bedouin women work in the Sadu House and produce goods available for purchase.

Shopping

Shoppers would want to start their day in the Sharq Mall, home to nearly every chain store in Kuwait, and located directly on the Persian Gulf. Before you leave the Sharq Mall head to the artificial lake and rent a motorboat or a jet ski, which is a good way to unwind before you head to Kuwait City's Fish Market. The Fish Market is located directly west of the Sharq Mall and is extremely interesting to visit even for those not in the market for fresh crab or shrimp. A more traditional shopping experience will be found in central Kuwait City in the Souk District. The Souk District will take you back to the old world with its covered streets lined with stalls. In the Souk District you will be able to find anything from spices to hardware (don't forget to haggle to secure the best deals).

Night Life

There are many restaurants downtown that offer traditional Kuwaiti, Iranian, Lebanese, and Bedouin foods. A walk downtown after dinner will immerse you in Kuwaiti culture by both locals and expatriates from around the globe. For the more adventurous senior traveler visiting a traditional Kuwaiti Hookah Bar would be a relaxing way to end your day. Alcohol is illegal in Kuwait and violating the law carries strict penalties, though home brewing and private stocks are common amongst locals it is in your best interest to follow the letter of the law. It is also unwise for females to be out, unless escorted by a male, after 9 PM.



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January 31, 2010 new by benf