Beirut 'a great destination'
Tuesday, December 23, 2008A journalist has recommended Lebanon and its capital Beirut in particular as great to visit as a holiday destination.
Nick Redmayne, speaking to Wanderlust magazine, said he visited Beirut in October and that he enjoyed a very pleasant holiday.
"Beirut is easy to get around, there's great food and great wine," he commented.
Mr Redmayne added that it could be the perfect destination for a short break because it is only about four hours away from the UK by plane.
Other Lebanese attractions include Baalbek for its Roman ruins and Byblos for its castle dating back to the days of the Crusades.
Earlier this month, Al Bawaba reported that more tourists are opting for holidays in Lebanon, with 1.3 million expected to have been by the end of 2008.
Egypt also saw a 15 per cent increase in tourist revenue, while the corresponding figure for Jordan increased by 26 per cent.
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