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Travel information and tips on Lebanon including passport information, accommodations, transportation to and in Lebanon, attractions and things to see and do, restaurant suggestions, tours, and much more. "Getting Away With Jim Bruner" - your first stop for travel information on Lebanon!

General Travel Information
Click on Lebanon Tourism Center for information from the Lebanese government, and then use your back key to return to Getting Away.  Click on General Travel Information for additional information in Getting Away about Lebanon including passports and visas, customs, weather, currency, and more.

Getting To Lebanon
Most visitors to Lebanon arrive by air.  However, you can arrive by rail, sea, and on the highways.
By Air
By Rail
By Sea

By Air
Beirut has an international airport. The national carrier, Middle East Airlines (MEA), operates flights to most European capitals, the Middle East, Africa, Singapore and Australia. There is no domestic air service within Lebanon.

By Rail
Beirut, Tripoli, and Sidon are the major ports, and a government owned railway connects Beirut with Tripoli and Damascus.

By Sea
It is possible to travel to Beirut by sea: a three and a half hour boat trip from Lanaca, Cyprus.

Getting Around In Lebanon

The best way to get around is by taxi or a shared taxi known locally as "service taxi". Taxis and service taxis are distinguished by red number plates, and on some cars a red and white TAXI sign. 

Cities and Towns In Lebanon

Beirut - My preferred hotel chain is Marriott. I have stayed Residence Inns, which are prefect for longer stays with all the comforts of home; Spring Hill Suites, which I have found nice for longer stays as the have up to 25% more room than comparably priced rooms; Towne Place Suites, again when I want more room or am on a longer stay; Courtyard by Marriott, which has everything the business traveler needs, as well as families; Courtyard, Fairfield Inn, which I find spacious, comfortable and affordable. Another great idea is to stay at one of the JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts where you can enjoy a new dimension for your vacation or holiday. and Marriott Hotels and Resorts and have found them all to be of consistent quality and service. I have also stayed at some of their Vacation Club properties and have enjoyed each visit. AAA members can get discount rates at Marriott, as can Seniors. Click on Great Getaways for less at Marriott for special officers and great deals at Marriott hotels worldwide!

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Some Things To See And Do In Lebanon
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Some Suggestions For Accommodations In Lebanon

For accommodations in Lebanon, click on Hotels in Lebanon

Beirut - My preferred hotel chain is Marriott. I have stayed Residence Inns, which are prefect for longer stays with all the comforts of home; Spring Hill Suites, which I have found nice for longer stays as the have up to 25% more room than comparably priced rooms; Towne Place Suites, again when I want more room or am on a longer stay; Courtyard by Marriott, which has everything the business traveler needs, as well as families; Courtyard, Fairfield Inn, which I find spacious, comfortable and affordable. Another great idea is to stay at one of the JW Marriott Hotels & Resorts where you can enjoy a new dimension for your vacation or holiday. and Marriott Hotels and Resorts and have found them all to be of consistent quality and service. I have also stayed at some of their Vacation Club properties and have enjoyed each visit. AAA members can get discount rates at Marriott, as can Seniors. Click on Great Getaways for less at Marriott for special officers and great deals at Marriott hotels worldwide!

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Some Suggestions For Dining In Lebanon
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Some Favorites In Lebanon
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Some Interesting Links For Lebanon
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