Help with Shipping Stuff from the UK

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Member since 14 July 2014

ESLTutorMember31 August 2014 23:44:40

Hi Guys!

I now have my contract through from my Bahraini employer I am starting the dreaded task of organising/moving with two kids and a hubby to Beautiful Bahrain (yaaaaay!)

I am planning on moving within the next six weeks (if all goes well).After reading all the very helpful tips here on what to bring I have decided to ship over around 100kg of my belongings. This will consist of mainly kitchen pots/pans/essential costly appliances which I've purchased here and a few other bits and pieces as well as toys. Ideally I would like to use Air cargo/freight companies rather than sea freight and I would like a door to door service. Any recommendations and approx costs of what I should expect?

Lindochka Serial expat

Member since 28 August 2011

LindochkaSerial expat01 September 2014 00:28:26

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Don't forget a microwave cover. Can't get those here

ESLTutor Member

Member since 14 July 2014

ESLTutorMember01 September 2014 09:02:58

Thanks for that Lindochka, I'm bringing the microwave and the cover too ! I will bring a few extra covers just in case I think.

Farhaz Bahrain Expert

Member since 19 May 2013

FarhazBahrain Expert01 September 2014 10:12:47

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Great news ESLTutor
There have been quite a few people moving to Bahrain recently, who, I am sure, will have great suggestions and advise for you.
Best wishes for a successful move.

Josnuggles ViP

Member since 05 September 2012

JosnugglesViP02 September 2014 14:17:19

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Lindochka wrote:
Don't forget a microwave cover. Can't get those here

Really??? I've bought 5 since being here - 500fills each.

I used to work for a relocation company based here in Bahrain (and the UK too) so if you need practical advice then don't hesitate to contact me.

ESLTutor Member

Member since 14 July 2014

ESLTutorMember03 September 2014 09:07:25

Thank you Farhaz, this blog has been such a life-saver! If anyone can think of any companies I could use or give me advice on how much I should be paying for it please do help out.

Thank you!

ESLTutor Member

Member since 14 July 2014

ESLTutorMember03 September 2014 09:08:04

Thanks JoSnuggles, any advice would be welcome.

Mariguerraf New member

Member since 17 February 2017

MariguerrafNew member20 February 2017 10:50:05

Hi there!
I'm moving from UK in 2 months. What company did you end up using ? How much did you pay for the 100 kilos ?
Is there anything that you think is very necessary to bring , like microwave and vacuum cleaner?
Thank you!!!
Hope that you are enjoying there !

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