An Expat Talks about Living in Kuwait City, Kuwait

What is the name of the city or town that you are reporting on?

Kuwait City

How long have you lived there?

20 years

What activities, clubs and organizations would you recommend to newcomers to help them meet others?

There are lot of clubs/meeting groups/associations by expats from different countries in Kuwait. You can search on net or ask in here and surely someone will guide you.

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In terms of religious, racial, economic and cultural diversity, are the people of this city or town diverse? Are they accepting of differences? Describe.

There are more expats here then locals. But one shuld be aware of local culture and religion and restrain of exposing too much of skin or show off ones body. Apply universal rule of dressing for ocasion, just because its hot does not mean you are always in bikini top and shorts.

What are the main industries in this city? What types of career opportunities commonly exist? How do most people find new jobs?

It is adviseable to apply from your country. Main industry is oil industry, lot of financial/investment companies, good teaching jobs, hospitals...

In general, what are peoples' priorities in this city? For example, do lives revolve around work, family, socializing, sports, etc.?

Life here is how you make it for yourself: try to get a job without split hrs: lot of businesses here work 9-1 and then 4-8, and on this schedule you may have little time for anything else. Next is to find suitable pace to live. Many ppl with kids prefer apartments, so their kids can have some playmates. Although there are no theaters, there are plenty of cinemas, sport clubs, beaches, lot of eateries (dining out is much cheaper then in UK or US).

If a friend of yours was thinking of moving to this city or town from far away, what other advice would you give them.

It may be difficult in the beginning, but once you adapt you will not want to leave...