Going to Kuwait

LiE · 17 Apr 2008 at 14:53

Unfortunately work has placed me back in Kuwait. I went there last year for 3 weeks and I'm leaving this Saturday to do another 3 weeks. I have a few questions that hopefully someone can anwser on the off-chance.

1. I do weight training and want to take my tub of protein powder, is this ok to put into my luggage? What about other food like tins of tuna?
2. Last time I was out there I had my visa credit card but sadly this time I don't. Do they accept Maestro? I read somewhere that all the ATM machines that accept mastercard accept Maestro. Is this true?

Thanks

Fraggr · 17 Apr 2008 at 15:34

Why don't you buy tuna there? :confused:

I'd put protein powder in a resealable plastic bag instead of a tub, simply so there is less chance of it going all over your stuff.

Mat · 17 Apr 2008 at 15:47

Fraggr said:
I'd put protein powder tub in a resealable plastic bag, simply so there is even less chance of it going all over your stuff.

The Dread Pirate · 17 Apr 2008 at 15:57

Bring Back Oil! I pay you!

LiE · 17 Apr 2008 at 16:11

I'd rather take my tuna as I have 30+ cans at home, will there be an issue with it going through the airport?

The tub is pretty tight, no chance of it unscrewing in my case.

jamoor · 17 Apr 2008 at 16:11

yeah, why on earth would you want to take cans of tuna, you aren't going to the moon!

Anewbe4u · 17 Apr 2008 at 16:20

30 cans on tuna at home?

You seem a little strange.

Greg · 17 Apr 2008 at 16:21

You need to find out what the rules are on importing and exporting of foods into and out of Kuwait. I think you'll find if you get caught, all they will do is conviscate it from you! Whoever suggested putting Protien powder into a clear plastic bag clearly hasn't travelled anywhere in their life! Get stop on a random check and your stuffed! You try explaining to the guy who doesn't speak english what your clear plastic bag full of white powder is!!!

GReg

LiE · 17 Apr 2008 at 16:25

Anewbe4u said:
30 cans on tuna at home?

You seem a little strange.

I do bodybuilding and tuna is a core part of my diet. I buy in bulk from costco to keep costs down.

Peter Diffey · 17 Apr 2008 at 16:39

msm722 said:
I do bodybuilding and tuna is a core part of my diet. I buy in bulk from costco to keep costs down.

Good man, keep the Costco fight alive

Anewbe4u · 17 Apr 2008 at 17:02

msm722 said:
I do bodybuilding and tuna is a core part of my diet. I buy in bulk from costco to keep costs down.

I stand by my remark

slambo69 · 17 Apr 2008 at 17:18

Too much tuna is bad for you!

Also I'm not sure many members will be familiar with the ATM machines in kuwait...

A2Z · 17 Apr 2008 at 17:30

slambo69 said:
Too much tuna is bad for you!

and how much is 'too much'?

i normally buy 60 tins at a time when its on offer from tesco..lasts about a month

Azagoth · 17 Apr 2008 at 18:07

Why not just buy your Tuna there, and just to balance things out visit the aquarium to punch a Dolphin.

fini · 17 Apr 2008 at 18:13

A2Z said:
how much is 'too much'?

A2Z said:
60 tins ..lasts about a month

I think I'm pretty safe in saying 2 tins a day is too much.

EDIT: How much Tuna should I eat calculator - looks to be up to 3 tins a week maximum of light tuna

slambo69 · 17 Apr 2008 at 18:19

3-4 a week is too much. a tin a day means too much mercury which in the long run could give you problems.

Felix · 17 Apr 2008 at 22:54

Yes they accept Maestro, not everywhere but most normal shops will. You will be charge a lot though and the rate won't be competitive.

Don't bother taking tuna, it is cheap there.

They sell protein powder too, but if you must take your own, put it in your hold luggage.