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Like an oyster, Bahrain has a rough exterior but it's worth the effort. Boasting its own Formula 1 Grand Prix, a growing art and foodie scene heavily cross-pollinated by Manama's huge expat population, and a wealth of activities enjoyed on the azure waters surrounding this collection of islands, Bahrain will appeal to travelers who seek an unpretentious, yet confident country bearing huge expat population, and a wealth all the hallmarks of a modern, wealthy Gulf nation.