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Kuwait City, Kuwait

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Don't come expecting to find the same amenities you do in America. Be prepared for dangerous driving on the highways. Learn a little bit of Arabic. Enjoy the beautiful views of the Gulf, but don't...

Are there problems with ethnic, race/racial minorities or religious prejudices? Gender equality?

Women have more freedom here than many Middle Eastern countries, but still face some discrimination. There has been an increasing (in the last 3 month) crackdown on churches here, and Kuwait seems to be becoming...