No unusual precautions regarding food and drink are necessary. Modern health services are provided in several hospitals and health centers. Telephone connections are excellent because international calls enter the satellite communications system from Bahrain. Bahrain is 8 hours ahead of eastern standard time. Cable and telex connections to leading hotels and businesses are good.
Many major airlines serve Bahrain's modern international airport.
Taxis and rental cars are available in Manama. Businesses and shops may be closed on the following holidays. Further information available from the Superintendent of Documents, United States Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. For sale by the Superintendent of Documents, US Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. TradePort is an authorized distributor of STAT-USA data.