Located in the northeast corner of the Arabian Peninsula in Western Asia, Kuwait is one of the smallest countries in the world in terms of land area. It is bordered by Saudi Arabia to the south, and Iraq to the north. It lies on the northwestern shore of the Persian Gulf.

Kuwait is divided into six governorates: Kuwait city (capital), Al-Ahmadi, Al-Farwaniyah, Al-Jahra, Hawalli and Mubarak Al-Kabeer.

Any time is a good time to visit Kuwait. The country holds different activities throughout the year. In February there is the famous shopping and entertainment festival Hala February.
 

The Kuwait Towers: They are three towers located on the Arabian Gulf Road in the heart of Kuwait city. The main tower is 187 meters above sea level and it includes restaurants, cafes and halls. The middle tower measures 147 meters and is a water tower with a capacity of one million gallons in its spherical reservoir. The smallest tower is 113 meters above sea level and contains the equipment to control the flow of electricity and lighting for the first and second tower and surrounding grounds.

Those towers are a must-see as they are the main symbol of Kuwait. They represent Kuwait’s progressive and economic renaissance and are a major tourist landmark.

Aqua Park: It was built in 1995 and is the first and biggest water park in the Arab Gulf Region. The park has a total spread over a surface area of 60,000 m3 and is located on the Arab Gulf Street neighboring the Kuwait towers. It only opens in the summer time.

Tourists are offered different activities at the park from beach football, soap football, beach volleyball courts, paint ball, go-karts at the speed zone and a park beach. The adventure area offers 14 moving rides and of course children’s pools. The middle area includes a lazy river and a waves pool for a splashy way to cool off on a summer day.

The Scientific Center: An environmental education of the Gulf region center. It houses the largest aquarium in the Middle East with a 1.5 million liter tank that holds over 100 different species of animals, fish, corals and sharks. The aquarium takes you on a tour of three different environments. All three sections provide specimens of animal, plant, and marine life of that particular environment.

The center also contains IMAX cinema rooms that show 45 minutes of animal documentary. A discovery place helps children and adults learn more about science through interactive games and activities. Dhow Harbor houses the only surviving Kuwait ship from the pre-oil era boom, which gives the visitor a fundamental taste of Kuwait heritage.

Shopping centers: Kuwait is a hub for fashion and style. The country offers a huge number of malls that include some of the world’s most popular fashion chains as well as restaurants, cafes, food courts and cinemas. Avenues mall is the largest in Kuwait located on Al-Rai Street. The 360 Mall offers a unique and exciting opportunity for those who love style and luxury. Looking for high-end local items? The 52Degrees gallery is a hub for local Kuwaiti talents and offers more than just fashion at Al-Tilal Complex, Shuwaikh.

As for authentic local market, Souk Al-Mubarakiya is the oldest market and the heart and soul of Kuwait. It’s located between Mubarak Al-Kabir, Ahmad Al-Jaber & Ali Al-Salem Streets in Kuwait City. The street market is an educational sight to be seen about Kuwait’s heritage, food and clothing.

The market is divided into different sections. The fish market offers sea food from Saudi, Iran and of course Kuwait. The vegetable and fruit section offers the local Kuwaiti harvest and a food section for people who are looking for an authentic Kuwaiti meal in a real Kuwaiti atmosphere. The best part of the souk is divided into small shops, each offering something unique and different from spices, clothing and beads to home supplies and accessories.

Kuwait National Museum: On the Arabian Gulf Street in Kuwait City stands one of the most important museums in Kuwait. It reflects the country’s national identity, featuring the social, economic, political and religious life of Kuwaiti society. Visitors can catch a glimpse of the customs, traditions and heritage in a mud house, displaying the old life of Kuwati. These include an old souk, pearl diving, shipbuilding, ethnographic artifacts and archaeological material. 

Kuwait features many other interesting museums, such as Saif Marzooq Al-Shamlan Museum, The Kuwait House of National Works, Kuwait Museum of Islamic Art, The Scientific Museum and Tareq Rajab Museum.
 

Hotel Missoni Kuwait is a stylish, modern and sophisticated hotel that was launched in March, 2011 and was already awarded best hotel in Kuwait by the Arabian Hotel Awards in 2011. The hotel is located on the Arabian Gulf Street, Salmiya, Kuwait city and it is only 20 minutes away from Kuwait international airport. The hotel is located close to the main shopping area of Kuwait City and overlooks the Arabian Gulf. It is also connected to Symphony luxury boutique shopping mall.

Hotel Missoni offers 196 rooms and suites, all with a stunning view of the Arabian Gulf. The Italian fashion house Missoni, known for its colorful textiles and designs, furnished the hotel.

Luna, located on the 18th floor and offering breathtaking views of the sea, is one of the hotel’s restaurants. It is a great mixture between the Arabic-oriental and Mediterranean cuisine with just a hint of Italy. The restaurant offers an open buffet for appetizers and desserts, while the main course is to be chosen from the menu.

Cucina is an authentic Italian restaurant that can seat up to 110 diners. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and offers the real taste of Italy with a fashionable twist. All the staff working at Cucina are Italians, which makes it the main restaurant at the Hotel Missoni Kuwait.

One of the main attractions at the hotel is the Choco Café, for it offers in-house chocolate, cakes and coffee. The café is perfect for small gatherings and afternoon tea parties. The café seats up to 50 inside and 70 people in the open terrace area for those who want to enjoy the lovely weather. 

Pool Bar is the best place to enjoy a snack and a cold drink by the Hotel Missoni pool on a hot summer day. The bar is located on the 2nd floor and offers a view of the Arabian Gulf.

On the second floor the hotel offers six private meeting rooms for those who want to hold a meeting in an interesting and stylish setting. The Ball at the Hotel is very fashionable and has a private entrance for an exclusive event. The ballroom accommodates 550 people at once and is also furnished by the Italian Missoni brand.

When it comes to indulging yourself, one must joke about your private spoiling time. Hotel Missoni has joined hands with one of the best spa groups in the world, Six Senses, which offers a wide range of massages, face and body treatments using Asian and Middle Eastern treatments and products.

The spa was built to accommodate men and women, each in their own section, to provide maximum privacy for both genders. Both sections have their own massage and treatment rooms, saunas, steam rooms, traditional hammams and a fitness center.