Where to live depends on your lifestyle. Juffair and Adliya are popular with expats for dining, nightlife and apartments; Seef is central and close to the big malls; Saar, Budaiya and Janabiyah suit families wanting villas and quieter streets; Amwaj Islands offers waterfront living; and Riffa and Hamad Town are larger residential areas with good value. Manama is the business and old-city core. Visit a few neighbourhoods at different times of day and check your commute before signing a lease.