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The Kingdom of Bahrain is emerging as a destination for vacation as well as business travelers, with international events like the Bahrain Grand Prix and world-class cultural attractions drawing visitors from Europe, North America, and beyond. If you've never been to this beautiful island kingdom, here's a good chance to check it out: the Sheraton Bahrain Hotel is one of this week's participating Starpicks properties, with last-minute rates of at least 20% off regular rates for stays during the next two weekends. Located in the capital city of Manama, the hotel is just minutes from business and diplomatic centers as well as the city's best museums, shops and restaurants. Start off with a visit to the National Museum, which contains artifacts from the nation's 6,000 years of history and is currently exhibiting a spectacular show on masks. Continue to the Souk (market), where you'll find great bargains on gold jewelry, spices, perfumes, and clothing. The Arad Fort, meanwhile, is a sight to behold day or night, with impressive crenelated stone walls and towers designed to keep the fiercest invaders at bay. After a day of exploring, you'll appreciate a hearty meal at the Sheraton's Al Raouche restaurant, which has Lebanese cuisine, or the Soie Chinese restaurant, for a taste of the Far East. As you enjoy a drink and a live show at the An Nada cocktail lounge, you'll wonder why you didn't come to Bahrain sooner. New Starpicks properties are posted every Tuesday, so visit Starpicks.com for the latest deals.