Beiruit is the pits but a 3 hour flight from the gulf and 1 hour drive up the mountain brings you to Faraya.
The skiing is awsome. And cheap as chips, Ski and boot hire $7 per day, Ski pass $23 per day. Heineken $2 on the mountain.
During the week you have the lifts and mountains to yourself and the local pubs resturants are great.
Best kept secret in the whole world of skiing
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Skiing in Lebanon