10 Things NOT To Do in Lebanon!
For a nation on the border of Syria and Israel, you might expect some possibility of danger when visiting Lebanon. You'd be right. If you want to maximize your chances of having a pleasant vacation, here are some things not to do on a Lebanese holiday.
1. Don’t Be Afraid!
The people in Lebanon are perfectly friendly and the country is filled with gorgeous landmarks and fascinating history. Just relax and enjoy yourselves.
2. Make Sure to Dress Appropriately
Lebanon is a pretty conservative Arab country. Men and women are expected to avoid wearing anything more revealing than short-sleeves and shorts. Make sure your clothing is loose-fitting; women should consider covering their heads as well.
3. Don’t Just Stay in Beirut
Lebanon has some really gorgeous locations outside its most popular tourist spot. The people are generally hospitable and warm, and you can’t really say you’ve experienced true Lebanese culture until you’ve experienced something beyond Beirut.
4. Don’t Get Into a Taxi Without Agreeing on a Price
Some tourists have complained that they were “taken” by cab drivers when they couldn’t agree on a final price. Avoid this by telling the cabbie where you’re going and agreeing on a price before you get in the car.
5. Don’t Forget that ‘Traveler’s Diarrhea’ Is a Real Thing
If you’ve never traveled to a developing nation, you should be aware that your first-world immune system might take a small hit … like, right when you land. Sometimes the jolt to your bowels hits quickly but it’ll pass quickly, don’t worry.
6. Don’t Take Pics of the Military
You can look at their installations, but your best bet is to simply keep your eyes on the beautiful scenery, not on the men trying to defend it.
7. Stay Away from Dahiyeh
The world famous suburb in southern Beirut has attracted lots of attention. Don’t go see it for yourself. The residents of Dahiyeh are just suburbanites who don’t appreciate being gawked at by some leering tourist.
8. Don’t Skip the Street Food
Lebanon is known for its scrumptious street food. There are several excellent meals served on a street corner, so if you’re just sticking to the glitzy restaurants, then you’re missing out on an integral part of Lebanese culture.
9. Don’t Take Pictures of the Locals Without Permission
There’s not some old world spooky superstition attached to this one, it’s just rude. How would you feel if you were walking down the street and a group of people wearing traditional Arab garb started taking pictures of you?
10. The State Department’s Opinion
Earlier in the year, the Department of State issued a clear warning to avoid travel to Lebanon thanks to political upheaval, skirmishes and other threats. In fact, the State Department has said that it cannot guarantee its ability to transport US citizens out of the country should the situation worsen.
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Americans In Beirut During Revolution in Lebanon (Our Experience)
Americans In Beirut During Revolution in Lebanon (Our Experience)
November 2019 | When we first landed in Beirut and experienced the Revolution first hand, I think what surprised us most was talking to the younger generations. Many of the stories that had been passed on to them were ones based on fear.
But leading with fear means that you often act out of desperation, and desperation leads you to resentment, not just of oneself but also towards one's own country. And if you harbor those feelings of resentment for too long people eventually become cynical and lose hope.
BUT that’s not what we saw here on the ground. Walking around, hearing stories, asking questions, engaging with the people - only showed us more of their resilience and optimism. ????????
And most importantly, we saw the forging of Lebanon’s new identity. The Lebanese love their country and are willing to fight for it (without violence)! As Americans in Beirut arriving during the revolution in Lebanon, we left with the hopes of planning to return. Until next time Lebanon, and thank you again for welcoming us with such open arms. ????????
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For many countries we only hear the negative things, the wars and destruction and poverty. One country that has a negative international reputation is Lebanon- whereas many see it as dangerous and backward, it's really one of the party centers of the Middle East and full of some of the most hospitable people on Earth. Here I discuss the current events in Lebanon as well as sharing @frankie.atallah's beautiful post about the Lebanese people.
I Moved to Lebanon on the Anniversary of the Beirut Explosion
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August 4th is the anniversary of the explosion in Beirut, August 4th 2020, so it was a very interesting and emotional first day.
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Here I share with you 10 things to know before coming to beirut, Lebanon. And is it safe?
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