Lebanon Handbook

by Lee, Jessica

• ISBN13: 9781907263309
• ISBN10: 1907263306
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2011-07-19
• Publisher: Footprint

Summary

Home to Roman temples, mighty castles, ancient souks, steaming hammams, towering mountains, thumping nightclubs, and delicious food, Lebanon has opened its hospitable arms to the traveler. Footprint's brand-new guide to this ancient land boasts in-depth background to the country's rich and complex history, politics, and culture, as well as detailed, up-to-date practical information on everything from visa requirements to hotels, bars, and restaurants, plus comprehensive details on any number of outdoor activities from skiing to paragliding. It is the perfect companion for the adventurous traveler wanting to get the most out of this resurgent destination.

Author Biography

Since deciding that growing up and getting a proper job was highly overrated at the tender age of 18, New Zealander Jessica Lee has travelled extensively in Asia, Africa and Latin America. A small obsession with houmous and a large obsession with nomadic people led her to the Middle East in 2004 where she fell in love with the Arabic language and the incredible hospitality of the people. She has lived there full-time since 2007, working as a tour leader as well as a writer. When not on the overland trail between Cairo and Istanbul, she can usually be found among the fairy chimneys of central Anatolia where she is attempting to renovate a cave-house.