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Lebanon tourism minister 'angered' by TV show Homeland
The Minister of Tourism in Lebanon has threatened to take legal action against the makers of the popular TV show Homeland for ‘misrepresenting Beirut’.
Trip Feast launches Lebanon food tours
Trip Feast has announced two new tours for 2012 giving travellers the opportunity to sample some of the culinary experiences on offer in Lebanon.
Lebanon travel warning
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office (FCO) continues to warn against all travel to Lebanon following the violent political crisis that erupted on May 7th 2008 over the election of a new president.
Travellers told to avoid Lebanon
Travellers are being advised against all travel to Lebanon, following the launch of a major offensive against the country by Israel.
Cruise to Lebanon and Syria
Cruise to Lebanon and Syria
After years of being an 'off limits' destination, Lebanon is re-emerging for travellers as one of the most captivating countries in the Middle East.
The land of the ancient Phoenicians, Lebanon has incredible historic sites, including the Phoenician ports of Byblos and Sidon, the souks and Mamluk architecture of Tripoli and the spectacular Roman remains of Baalbek.
The bustling cosmopolitan capital of Beirut is modern and sophisticated, alive with nightclubs and glitz.
Lebanon Essential Information:
Capital: Beirut
Places of interest: Baalbek, Tripoli, St Anthony of Qozhaya monastery (pictured)
Time Zone: GMT +2
Language: Arabic. To learn the basics of Arabic visit www.bbc.co.uk
Currency: Lebanon uses the Lebanese lira (LL). For up-to-date exchange rates see: www.xe.com/ucc
International dialling code: +961
British Embassy: visit the website for information
