Arrival & Airport
Fly into Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport (BEY). Arrange airport pickup through your hotel or book in advance with Allo Taxi. A shuttle will run to and from all events.
TRAVEL TIPS
Visa & Passport
Entry requirements depend on your passport. Check visa eligibility and passport validity with the Lebanese authorities or your embassy before booking.
SIM Cards & Connectivity
Look into Alfa or Touch for a local SIM, or Simly for an eSIM. Hotels and cafés often offer Wi-Fi.
Money
US dollars are widely used. Many places prefer cash, and card acceptance varies.
January Weather
Pack layers, a warm jacket and something for rainy days. Bring warmer clothing if you plan to visit the mountains.
Timing & Culture
Leave a little flexibility in your plans. Dinner can run late, and a tip is a thoughtful gesture when service isn’t included.
A Little Arabic
English and French are widely spoken. A few Arabic words make a lovely introduction.
- Hello
- Marhaba
- Welcome
- Ahlan wa sahlan
- How are you?
- Keefak / Keefik
- Thank you
- Shoukran
- Excuse me
- Afwan
- How much?
- Addeish?
A Few Extras
Pack a universal plug adapter.