bahrainthismonth.com | MAY 2026 CONTENTS 8 Rugged Road Manners We take the Isuzu MU-X from Bahrain’s tarmac to rougher ground, finding a diesel SUV built around confidence, comfort and old-fashioned capability. Building Connection Isaac Tsagli, Founder of Link Up Bahrain and Owner of Three Sixty Events, is reshaping how people connect in Bahrain through community-led experiences built around accessibility and genuine interaction. 58 LIFESTYLE CONTE Eid Al-Adha carries a meaning that reaches far beyond celebration. Known as the Festival of Sacrifice, it is a time of faith, generosity and togetherness. Faith, Sacrifice and Celebration Eid Al-Adha brings together faith, family and generosity, marking one of Islam’s most important occasions while reflecting rich traditions across Bahrain, the Gulf and the wider Muslim world. Flavours of Eid Eid Al-Adha brings families together around generous tables, where traditional dishes, treasured recipes and shared hospitality turn the Festival of Sacrifice into a celebration of warmth and community. A World Within Bahrain There are hotels you stay in, and then there are hotels that quietly reshape how you experience time. Amna Syed’s 24 hours at The RitzCarlton, Bahrain belonged firmly to the latter. EID MUBARAK! 23 Coastal Comfort Set along the shoreline in Muharraq, Novotel Bahrain Al Dana Resort offers a relaxed staycation shaped by open space, direct beach access and a clear focus on comfort. Love In Service At The Diplomat Radisson Blu Hotel, Residence and Spa, two workplace love stories reveal how hospitality, teamwork and heartfelt detail shape weddings that are beautifully planned and deeply felt forever. Bold Burger Energy Butcher & Buns, located in Le Méridien City Centre Bahrain, brings bold burgers, lively match nights and indulgent comfort food to Bahrain’s ever-growing casual dining scene today. Flavours Of Marrakech Kristian Harrison visits Royal Marrakech at Bahrain’s Royal Saray Resort, discovering luxurious Moroccan dining, candlelit entertainment, rich interiors, refined service and a menu full of confident, fragrant flavours. 42 EID MUBARAK! In this issue, Bahrain This Month highlights how Bahrain continues to evolve. Its skyline, neighbourhoods and infrastructure tell a story of ambition, investment and longterm vision. Building A Nation Bahrain’s modern identity has been shaped not only by its history, trade and culture, but by the bold projects that have transformed the Kingdom’s physical landscape. Bahrain’s Unity Strengthens In times of strain, a nation’s character is revealed not only by its leadership but also by the unity of its people. Form Meets Function Thamer Salahuddin, Vice Chairman of the Board and Managing Director of MSCEB, discusses the firm’s approach. BUILDING BAHRAIN 16
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