If you haven’t visited Khenchara yet, you have, in my opinion, missed out on one of Lebanon’s most charming villages. Nestled in the Metn mountains at an altitude of around 1,100m, the Lebanese village promises pine trees, fresh air, beautiful nature walks, history and culture, but also deeply-rooted traditions of arak and wine making. The […]
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Best Street Foods to Try in Istanbul
♦ If there is something great about Istanbul, it’s the street food scene. Incredibly rich, varied, and affordable, it makes the best – and most enjoyable – way to delve into the local culture and endless flavors of this cosmopolitan city. Let’s go on a ride together to discover the best on-the-go food you can […]
Paris: The Perfect Autumn Getaway.
My favorite time of the year to visit Paris? Definitely autumn. Weather: Not too hot, not too cold. Just perfect to walk the beautiful leafy streets, enjoy a cup of coffee or wine in the closest corner brasserie, and immerse yourself in the magic of the city. Where to stay It’s hard to pick one place […]
Droub El Khenchara
Although the term “ecotourism” was launched in the 1980s, the concept was applied by villages in Lebanon before that. Like the village of Khenchara Al-Jwar, which used to welcome in the nineteenth century visitors seeking recovery in its mountainous climate and its fresh water renowned for its healing effect. Ecotourism began developing in the village […]
Baalbek: A Special Flavor this Fall.
Baalbek, where can I start? No words are enough to describe your colossal beauty and your historical value. You’ve been carrying centuries of heritage on your shoulders, carrying the weight of history in tons of ruins, and carrying Lebanon’s greatness and pride, all alone. You are Lebanon’s greatest Roman treasure, yet you’ve been left with […]
Hammana, Lamartine’s Favorite.
Located in the district of Baabda, 1,200 meters above sea level, Hammana makes a lovely afternoon “balade”. A bouquet of red-tiled houses nestled in green nature and surrounded by a valley, the typical Lebanese village calls for a journey to an era that was praised, if not by too many, by French novelist and poet […]