bahrainthismonth.com | JULY 2026 SUMMER & STAYCATIONS 32 Within minutes, conversation took over. There were stories we had forgotten to tell each other, plans to make, memories to laugh about and, naturally, the obligatory discussion about booking another girls’ trip before we had even finished this one. Without phones constantly buzzing or calendars dictating the day, we remembered how refreshing uninterrupted conversation can be. Sometimes, slowing down really is the greatest luxury. Friday Fun Brunch at BO.SABI and a Caribbean Twist at SOL If one experience captured the spirit of our staycation, it was Friday Brunch at BO.SABI. Bringing together bold Caribbean flavours, lively entertainment and an infectious party atmosphere, it was the perfect way to ease into the weekend. From the moment we arrived, the upbeat music and vibrant energy set the tone. The buffet was a feast for both the eyes and the appetite, with an impressive spread that catered to every craving. Fresh sushi and colourful salads sat alongside stone-baked pizzas, succulent ribs and comforting Southern fried chicken, while Caribbean favourites such as jerk chicken, fried plantains and creamy macaroni cheese added a delicious island twist. Live cooking stations kept the experience interactive, with chefs preparing dishes to order and making every visit to the buffet feel like a new discovery. Of course, we began with every intention of being sensible. That plan quickly disappeared somewhere between our second trip to the buffet and the dessert station. Speaking of dessert, it was impossible to resist. From beautifully presented cakes and pastries to bite-sized sweet treats, every corner offered another temptation. The Baskin-Robbins ice cream cart was the final flourish, proving that no Friday celebration is complete without a scoop or two. Paired with refreshing mocktails and expertly crafted cocktails, the SOL Friday Fun Brunch was more than just a meal. It was a vibrant afternoon of fantastic food, live entertainment and feel-good energy that left us smiling long after the last bite. Poolside Therapy After brunch, a swim sounded ambitious. Instead, we opted for what we are now calling poolside therapy. Feet dipped into the cool water, sunglasses firmly on and absolutely nowhere to be. Sometimes the best conversations happen when you are sitting on the edge of a pool laughing about absolutely nothing in particular. With palm trees swaying gently and the afternoon sun sparkling across the water, it became one of those unexpectedly perfect moments that no itinerary could ever plan. Spa Time: Because We Deserved It No girls’ staycation is complete without at least one sentence beginning with: “I could definitely get used to this.” The spa delivered exactly that feeling. One of us chose the 60-minute Perfect Balance Massage, designed to melt away tension and leave both body and mind feeling lighter. Mission accomplished. The other opted for the Marine Moisture Recharge Facial, a particularly wise decision after Bahrain’s combination of blazing sunshine outside and enthusiastic air conditioning indoors had done its best to confuse our skin. Both treatments left us looking noticeably more refreshed than when we had arrived and, according to us at least, five years younger. The spa also offers an extensive range of massages, facials, body scrubs and wellness rituals, making it wonderfully easy to justify coming back, purely for research purposes, of course.
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