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Environmentally and socially-responsible tourism in Lebanon takes a new turn with Lebanon Mountain Trail offering the opportunity to showcase the natural beauty and cultural wealth of Lebanon’s mountains. It is a demonstration of a keen desire of the Lebanese to conserve this unique heritage. The trail brings communities closer together and expands economic opportunities in rural areas.
DHIAFEE Program is the first network of cottage inns (aka alternative tourism lodgings) outside the capital city of Lebanon, Beirut . The program was created in recognition of the outstanding potential of responsible and alternative tourism to contribute to the economic development of communities throughout Lebanon . In a country that is rich with cultural and natural heritage, sites that appeal to a wide variety of travelers, DHIAFEE extends an invitation to enjoy the opportunity to stay amongst local communities and gain an authentic experience of life in the heart of the country.
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| DHIAFEE Program’s website |
TLB destinations was founded in 1996 by a small family of travel enthusiasts who are keen on Middle East culture, history and nature. For the past 12 years this team traversed the region, tracking routes, innovating programs, creating the dreams of thousands of travellers. The team is also involved in training and offering job opportunities to the local community and participates in the sustainable development of the region.
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Mzaar Kfardebian is a scenic and entertaining mountain ski resort in Lebanon immersed in natural beauty, surrounded by mountains and the picturesque Mount Lebanon. The resort has runs that are suitable to a variety of skiing levels. The resort is at around one hour’s drive from the capital Beirut.
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Petra is an archaeological site in Jordan, lying on the slope of Mount Harun in a basin among the mountains which form the eastern flank of Arabah (Wadi Araba), the large valley running from the Dead Sea to the Gulf of Aqaba. It is renowned for its rock-cut architecture. Petra is also one of the new wonders of the world.
