Lebanon Warnings Or Dangers

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Cabs!

by dr.firas

Watch out from the Taxi trap.Yes if a person doesn’t know the system in Lebanon he or she will be certainly stolen!*People who do not know the system may get TAKEN FOR A RIDE* Thanks to my dear friend Nat b1bob for the terminology!As in Lebanon you can stop a Taxi and ask him before you go for a ride with him the famous question:How many “services” you’ll take from me to reach the Citadel –for example- as what we call a service means a cheap Taxi which is going with more than one person but to the same direction.And the Cabs and Services are the same Cars.So now you know how much you’ll have an economic deal. Taxi “cab” will take for example 20,000 Lebanese Lir, and one 3 services will coast only 3000 Lebanese Lir.Ok now I can hear you saying to me Thanks Doctor Firas, your advices are really helpful.LOL

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The Knowledge of languages!!!

by dr.firas

The Lebanese are so proud of there knowledge of French or English,but several time when you talk with a Lebanese soon you will find that even the knowledge of the second language French is superficial.But in general any one will realize that its a civilized country, and that people do everything to be similar to the Europeans .its good for the view *look* and bad for the Quintessence *Inside*.They should -in my opinion- keep there own real manners.

After 1am Midnight!

by dr.firas

The name of the street is Sabra!Its not that it's insecure!Vice versa Beirut is a much secured place nowadays!but this street is public and it could be dangerous to face a thief or a gang after Midnight but it's really rare!

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Personally I don't have any...

by Saret97

Personally I don't have any bad experience in Lebanon, but be prepared for a lot of Hezbollah presence, especially when traveling to/in Baalbek. Military checkpoints for every 5 minutes, lots of Hezbollah flags and billboards. It’s probably best to avoid contact, like I did.

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Make sure to agree with the...

by Lebanese

Make sure to agree with the TAXI before you get in. Most taxis will tell you 'no problem' regarding the price which definitely will put you in trouble as he will dictate his price later. Make sure to negotiate the price as they will always ask for more.

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The political situation was...

by Lutz_H

The political situation was still unstable when I visited Libanon in '98. I have to admit that I didn't follow the country's development since but I would recommend to ask, for instance at the rental car counter, if there are still areas you shouldn't go to - if they don't tell you anyway. We were advised to stay away from certain parts of the country and could hear - not quite following that recommendation - gun shots from the fighting Syrian and Israelian army. Make sure you don't have a stamp from a previous visit to Israel in your passport which would probably keep you from being allowed to enter the country.The attached picture is not meant to be a warning - I didn't have any problems at any times - just an 'official statement', found roadside.

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With the exit of the Israelis,...

by zuhur

With the exit of the Israelis, things have changed.In January, I wanted to go from Ba'lbak to Hasbaya, but drivers were afraid to go that way - now, expect that's all OK. Be prepared for cold in the mountains & the Biqa' in the winter, especially at night.

Supernight clubs = brothels...

by Mike_K

Supernight clubs = brothels with expensive drinks.A supernight club is a bar frequented mostly by Russian women who are available for a fee. You are met a the door by the owner or a henchman and asked to by an overpriced drink, then you are approached by a lady.....need I say more. There is a number of these clubs in Jounieh.

Try to stay away from tap...

by Didi75

Try to stay away from tap water, instead drink any kind of bottled water. Keep some kind of medicine with you so you can enjoy Lebanese fruits and vegetables without having stomach problems. Be careful of sidewalk venders, if they are only selling bread it's not a big deal, but don't buy any kind of meat product. You don't know how long they've been outside!

Take due care if you drive in...

by elmasri

Take due care if you drive in Lebanon, no one, and I mean no one has a motor insurance.If you're not used to eat raw meat, don't even try it.Picture: the Corinthian columns of the Temple of Jupiter - Ruins of Baalbek.

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