Emirates 2019 - 2021 Worldwide Brochure

Welcome to Lebanon

LEBANON Be there

Gemmayze District of Beirut

Mzaar, Lebanon

At a glance Emirates gateway: Beirut International Airport Distance from airport to city centre:

9 kilometres Time zone:

Small in stature but huge in heart, Lebanon makes waves beyond its size with its melting pot of cultures epitomising East meets West, internationally popular cuisine, an attractive combination of beach and mountains, and fascinating ancient sites. The positive energy of its people is encapsulated in the fast-paced and friendly capital city of Beirut.

When to visit Lebanon enjoys a four-season Mediterranean climate, with spring and autumn being the ideal times to visit. From June to September, the summer brings humidity to the coastal areas but the mountains remain pleasant. From December to mid-March, some winter rain can be expected on the coast, and snow covers the mountain peaks, heralding the start of the ski season. Summer: GMT +3 hours Winter: GMT +2 hours Currency: Lebanese Pound (LBP), but Dollars and Euros often also accepted. Languages: Arabic is the official language. French and English are widely spoken.

Experiences Head north from Beirut on a Byblos and Jeita Grotto day trip to experience the spectacular caverns of Jeita, where extraordinary stalactites and stalagmites dominate two limestone crystallised grottoes, and the medieval port and antiquities of Byblos, one of the oldest continuously inhabited towns in the world.

In the Cedars of Lebanon Excursion , you will travel to the mountainous region of Bcharreh, the birth place of writer and poet Gibran Khalil Gibran, and explore ancient cedar trees in the nearby forest of the Cedars of God. Descend into the Qadisha Valley for a visit to the working Monastery of St. Anthony of Khozaya, carved in the rock face, before returning to Beirut.

InterContinental Hotel Phoenicia Beirut ★★★★★ Overlooking the Mediterranean Sea, this hotel is located next to Zaytounay Bay marina, close to the shopping and dining district. 446 rooms and suites, two restaurants, two lounges, 24-hour room service, kids’ club, babysitting, outdoor pool, fitness centre and spa.

Kempinski Summerland Hotel & Resort ★★★★★ Located on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. The resort is five minutes away from Verdun, the premium shopping district. 153 rooms and suites, two restaurants, five lounges, 24-hour room service, beauty salon, interconnecting rooms, outdoor pool, children’s pool, spa and fitness centre.

Four Seasons Hotel Beirut ★★★★★ Centrally located in Beirut’s upscale downtown, next to Zaitunay Bay marina and just a stroll away from Beirut’s key attractions and the shopping, dining and nightlife. Rooms are lavishly decorated in warm earth tones and marble bathroom. 230 rooms and suites, six restaurants and lounges, 24-hour room service, children’s activities, seasonal pool, spa and fitness centre.

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