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Lebanon, a small country with a big attitude! It is home to diverse natural and cultural landscape; The county’s geographical location, geological make up, and ideal weather has made it a truly unique vacation spot year round, with majestic snow-capped mountains and sprawling sandy beaches in close proximity to each other, Lebanon is one of the few places on earth where you can ski the slopes, and surf the waves on the same day!

The beauty of the Lebanese natural landscape is renowned, and so is its people’s reputation for generous hospitality and love of life. The population is highly educated and multilingual and the country’s old world charm walks hand in hand with a very cosmopolitan lifestyle.

From its coastal Mediterranean cities to its mountainous towns and its fertile Bekaa Plain, Lebanon’s past and present unfold to the visitor with a myriad of historical monuments, sophisticated gastronomy with Lebanese food, and a continually growing choice of hotels and resorts. Each region in the county is unique and offers a different experience and different activities for the visitor.

Beirut the capital is a bustling metropolis teeming with energy and famous for its very lively night life and shopping districts. The Mediterranean coast runs all along the county’s western border from its southern most cities to the northern ones with sandy or rocky beaches and a wide choice of seaside resorts and hotels. The coast is also home to the historical cities of Saida (Sidon) and Jbail (Byblos) among others.

The Mount Lebanon region in addition to its spectacular natural beauty year round, also boasts some world class ski resorts. Ski season usually runs from December to early April. For the summer visitors the mountains offer a serene getaway from the city heat with beautiful views and ideal weather for many activities such as hiking, mountain climbing, kayaking, rafting and paragliding.

The Bekaa Valley region located on plateau between Lebanon’s two mountain ranges is a rich natural treasure to discover. The Bekaa region is home to agricultural lands, the country’s best wineries and vineyards, and historical monuments such as the Baalbak ancient Roman temple and the Anjar historic citadel.

Lebanon enjoys weather that clearly defines its four seasons. The summers are long and hot, and usually precipitation free. The winter is the main rainy season, and snow falls in the mountains at high altitudes. Spring and autumn are temperate with little rain.

The official language in Lebanon is Arabic, but French and English are widely spoken by a majority of the population. The currency is the Lebanese Pound (Lira), but U.S. dollars are also accepted throughout the country’s hotels, restaurants and stores. The exchange rate has been relatively stable at around 1,500 Lebanese pounds for US$1. Lebanon time is GMT plus 2 hours in winter (October to March) and GMT plus 3 hours in summer (April to September) when daylight savings time is observed. The telephone country code is 961. Electrical current is 110/220 volts, 50 cycles and outlets commonly have a two pin plug, with round pins. Internet access is available at most hotels and cafes.