Nowadays, skiing in Europe is becoming expensive BUT there is a solution! Have you tried skiing in the Middle East? Yes that's right, I'm talking about Lebanon 🇱🇧 Known as the Switzerland of the Middle East for a reason, Lebanon is probably the only country in the region without a desert but with beautiful mountains and slopes, which is home to many ski resorts. It is a country with a rich culture, a thousand years of history located in the Mediterranean Sea with natural beaches, landscaped mountains and a local cuisine that attracts millions of people worldwide. Did I tell you the best part? You can do all these within the same day as it's a very small country and possibly the only country where you can ski in the morning and swim in the afternoon on the same day and that's a fun fact 😉 About the trip 😎 I am looking for like-minded people, preferably within the same age group, who have Lebanon on their bucket list and would like to discover it with me as a Local in winter. TripMates should enjoy cultural historical sites, Snow & Ski (optional) , food (I mean, who doesn't), Nature and Hiking. We will be visiting Beirut the capital of Lebanon in addition to places like Faraya, Tannourine, Chouf etc.
Hello my name is Joe 32 years old Lebanese pharmacist living in Beirut. I’m very sociable and love to meet new people. I am looking for 4TripMates who are interested in visiting Lebanon this Winter on a guided trip. As a local, I believe I have the best spots and places in mind to make an unforgettable experience and create lifelong memories together. I can't wait to show you my beautiful Lebanon, so what are you waiting for?? Yalla habibi lets gooo 💃🏻 Questions? Let me know in the Q&A section. Looking forward to welcoming you in Lebano
We will rent an Airbnb in Hazmieh area, close to the city center (10 min by car). The area is known to be safe and secure next to the Lebanese Army residence. The building itself is a residence compound monitored by a concierge 24/7. In addition, Hazmieh is known to be a reputable area which is also closer to the airport as well. The Airbnb include shared rooms and Wi-Fi. It has 2 bedrooms: 1st bedroom include 1 king-sized bed, 1 queen-sized bed, 1sofa and a bathroom 2nd bedroom include 2 single beds. A living room including another bathroom, one additional sofa, a kitchen with a washing machine and a dryer.
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Day-Time: Since everyone will be arriving around that day, we will wander around Beirut and its city center including Beirut Downtown, Saifi Village and Beirut souks. Beirut's souks is considered an iconic leisure and shopping area at the heart of the capital. Night-Time: To get to know each other's more, we will have a seated dinner at a Lebanese restaurant and taste the yummiest food ever.
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Faraiya
Day 2-3
Day-Time: We will start our day with a typical Lebanese Breakfast called Mankouche. In Faraya and usually in the mountains, they do it differently by baking it on a curved hot plate then rolling it which make it thinner. Its soooo good!! Flavors typically include thyme, cheese, ham and cheese, thyme and cheese, you name it. We will start our day with a small hike and then head towards the ski resorts and enjoy our times on the slopes. For those who don’t know how to ski, don't worry, it will be optionsl. We can have different snow activities depending on preferences. Also, we can rent a sled 🛷 and enjoy our time as well 😎 ⛄️ Night-Time : Since French is our 2nd language and Lebanon was once a French mandate, there is a rich French culture 🇫🇷 presence inside the country. And since you're here, I will book us a table at a nice French restaurant which are many.
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Chouf
Day 3-4
Day-Time: We will visit Chouf, one of the best preserved Lebanese districts. You'll notice right away its beautiful greenery mountains and valleys. We will stop at Moussa castle, a visionary young man who had a dream to build a castle all by himself despite being mocked by his former teacher in school and his schoolmates. Afterwards, we will head to Beiteddine Palace, which is considered the summer residential of the Lebanese president. We will also stop by Mir Amin Palace hotel, which you'll love its authenticity and style. Lunch break will include one of the most beautiful restaurant in Lebanon surrounded by waterfalls and serving you guessed it, Lebanese cuisine Night-Time: 5-10min from our Airbnb, there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops & lively bars we can enjoy at night
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Batroun
Day 4-5
Day-Time: We will start our day by having the best mankouche in Lebanon in Batroun. We will then go hiking towards the beautiful scenery of Batroun. The hike is considered very easy. During this hike, you'll probably take the best stairs of your life. I call them stairs to heaven. After the hike, we can wander around the city of Batroun and see the Phoenician wall, the lady of the sea and St Stephen Church. Night-Time: We will watch the sunset at one of the most famous spots in Batroun ofc if the weather is good. If not, we will wander around Zaituna bay at night in Beiut known for a promenade full of yachts, tall bldgs , restaurants & cafés
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Tannourine Cedars Reserve
Day 5-6
Day-Time: We will hike towards Tannourine Nature Cedars Reserve where you will find the largest and densest Cedar Trees in Lebanon (Our National Symbol & identity on our flag 🇱🇧 ) Cedar trees represent Eternity , resilience ,Strenght & endurance. We will also pass by the famous most breathtaking cave called Baatara Waterfall. Night-Time: I left this open to your ideas and preferences as it will be a long drive (around 2h20min one-way)
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Laqlouq
Day 6-7
Day-Time: Amazing stop at one of the best snowy sceneries in Lebanon. We will also pass by Akoura Lakes to see. Night-Time: Beirut is a city that never sleeps. We will meet around a bar at night in the Middle of Beirut to experience the nightlife in Beirut
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Flight tickets & visa if needed
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