bahrainthismonth.com | JULY 2026 SUMMER & STAYCATIONS 31 Amna Syed and Shaymaa Elgayar enjoyed a girls’ staycation at The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa Bahrain, and shared their thoughts. Summer has a way of making us crave an escape. While holidays abroad are always tempting, sometimes the best getaway does not involve a passport, airport queues or trying to squeeze a week’s worth of outfits into hand luggage. Sometimes, all you need is one overnight bag, your favourite travel companion and a hotel that makes switching off feel effortless. With Bahrain’s summer sunshine in full force, we swapped our to-do lists for sea views, spa robes and leisurely lunches at The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence & Spa Bahrain. What followed was a weekend filled with good food, proper catch-ups, a little pampering and plenty of moments where we looked at each other and said: “Why don’t we do this more often?” From spacious accommodation overlooking the sea to vibrant dining experiences, indulgent spa treatments and lazy poolside moments, this staycation reminded us that luxury is not always about travelling further. Sometimes, it is about making time to slow down. Checking In: Holiday Mode Activated First impressions matter and ours could not have been better. After a warm welcome at reception, we made our way to our sea-view residence and immediately agreed on one thing: we could happily stay longer than one night. The residence felt more like a stylish apartment than a hotel room, complete with a spacious living room, a beautifully furnished bedroom with a king-size bed, two bathrooms, a practical kitchenette and even a washing machine for longer stays. Of course, before we had unpacked a single thing, we had wandered straight over to the windows. There is something about a sea view that instantly convinces your brain you are on holiday, even when you are only a short drive from home. The living room quickly became our unofficial headquarters for coffee, conversation and the occasional debate over who had packed more ‘just in case’ outfits. Coffee First: Catching Up at Royal Café Every girls’ getaway starts with one essential ingredient: coffee. Royal Café became our first stop, where iced coffees arrived just as Bahrain’s summer temperatures reminded us why indoor seating is a gift. Summer Reset
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