East definitely meets west in Lebanon. If you want to visit the Middle East, this is by far the country I recommend starting with. Byblos (Jbeil) I have to start here because this is my favorite part of Lebanon. It is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world (since 5000 BC). I…
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Where to eat in Lebanon
Let’s be clear. My favorite places to eat in Lebanon are at my grandmother’s houses, at my aunt’s house, at my mom’s house. But it’s not that kind of post. I could make an endless list of places that I’ve enjoyed going to since I was a kid, but instead of doing that I’m going…
10 favorite places to drink and party in Lebanon
Beirut – the nightlife capital of the Middle East. This seems to catch most people I say this to by surprise. Eating, drinking, partying, and then eating again. That’s pretty much the national sport in my home city. Make sure you do at least some of it while you’re there. There is a ton of…
That New Year’s Resolution
When most people I know make a New Year’s resolution, it’s typically along the lines of weight loss, focusing more on their career, or quitting smoking. This year mine was significantly different. After getting broken up with following a five year partnership, I was feeling restless. I wanted to feel alive. I wanted to do…
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