Beirut in June 2014?
Dec 18, 2013, 2:15 pm
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Beirut in June 2014?
Just starting to plan some trips for 2014. One of them is a weekend in Beirut, arrive Thursday evening, leave Sunday evening.
Is June a good time to go? Average daily high is 28C/82F. Would this still be a comfortable time to go?
Is June a good time to go? Average daily high is 28C/82F. Would this still be a comfortable time to go?
Dec 18, 2013, 2:35 pm
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A few bombings recently, but the UK travel advisory is still mostly 'green'.
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/lebanon
Sound good?
https://www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/lebanon
Sound good?
Dec 19, 2013, 11:33 am
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A lot can happen in Lebanon between today and next week, let alone June.
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/middl...eirut-now.html
http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/middl...eirut-now.html
Dec 20, 2013, 3:08 pm
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Coastal areas will be humid but I guess you are used to that in Dubai and it will be immeasurably more comfortable 
Further inland and up in the mountains it will be fresher and cooler.
One of the (many) things I like about KSA is the dry desert heat. 55C is quite bearable if you're careful.
I imagine you've done your research so you know the areas to stay away from, both in BEY and the wider country. Are you escaping Ramadan ? It's not really an issue in BEY.
Take care. They certainly know how to party
Further inland and up in the mountains it will be fresher and cooler.One of the (many) things I like about KSA is the dry desert heat. 55C is quite bearable if you're careful.
I imagine you've done your research so you know the areas to stay away from, both in BEY and the wider country. Are you escaping Ramadan ? It's not really an issue in BEY.
Take care. They certainly know how to party
Dec 23, 2013, 4:54 am
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Anytime is a good time to visit; it just depends on what you like to do By June, the summer season will be in full swing and temperatures will in the high 20s/low 30s. I cannot really comment on the situation from now as things are always "exciting" in this part of the world and events tend to unravel in the blink of an eye :P :P
By June, the summer season will be in full swing and temperatures will in the high 20s/low 30s. I cannot really comment on the situation from now as things are always "exciting" in this part of the world and events tend to unravel in the blink of an eye :P :P
Dec 23, 2013, 5:50 pm
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Hows Beirut during the middle of the week in January?
I know, summer is best and so are the weekends, but its all I can swing. What are some good spots for Tues and Wed nights?
Hows Beirut during the middle of the week in January?
I know, summer is best and so are the weekends, but its all I can swing. What are some good spots for Tues and Wed nights?
Dec 26, 2013, 3:45 am
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There is always something going on troyb. The Gemmayze area is always packed (lots of pubs and restaurants there). Hamra area (main Hamra street and a whole bunch of streets running perpendicular to Hamra street and Makdassi street) are also busy with more pubs and restaurants there. MoMos at Beirut Souks is always worth a visit. If we get a couple of good storms by the time you visit, you can always head up to the mountains for some skiing (if you're into that). The main slopes are about a 90 minute drive from Beirut. The city has a lot to offer and folks are more than happy to help whenever they can; just ask Enjoy your trip and happy holidays...
Enjoy your trip and happy holidays...
Dec 26, 2013, 9:06 pm
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There is always something going on troyb. The Gemmayze area is always packed (lots of pubs and restaurants there). Hamra area (main Hamra street and a whole bunch of streets running perpendicular to Hamra street and Makdassi street) are also busy with more pubs and restaurants there. MoMos at Beirut Souks is always worth a visit. If we get a couple of good storms by the time you visit, you can always head up to the mountains for some skiing (if you're into that). The main slopes are about a 90 minute drive from Beirut. The city has a lot to offer and folks are more than happy to help whenever they can; just ask Enjoy your trip and happy holidays...
Enjoy your trip and happy holidays...
Dec 27, 2013, 3:40 am
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Thanks for checking in on me stockmanjr. I am doing well and no one in my immediate/extended family has been harmed thankfully. Can't say the same for the 5 people (so far) that have lost their lives and 70+ injured in this senseless and cowardly act.
Dec 27, 2013, 3:57 am
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Be safe. Seeing the news unfold and getting flashbacks from the past. Can't believe they pulled this crap off again and in the same larger area. A shame that all this nonsense keeps costing people's life and pulling Lebanon down everytime it has just gotten back up again. Such a shame.
Dec 28, 2013, 8:37 pm
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So sad. It's amazing what some people will give themselves license to do in the name of their cause.
BTW, I couldn't pin-point from the reports the location of the blast. Anyone know the street & cross-street?
BTW, I couldn't pin-point from the reports the location of the blast. Anyone know the street & cross-street?
Dec 28, 2013, 11:49 pm
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Be safe. Seeing the news unfold and getting flashbacks from the past. Can't believe they pulled this crap off again and in the same larger area. A shame that all this nonsense keeps costing people's life and pulling Lebanon down everytime it has just gotten back up again. Such a shame.
Cheers
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Dec 29, 2013, 1:51 am
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