Christmas lights shine on the Rue Saint Charles near the Eiffel Tower in Paris. LONDON: There’s nothing like a good holiday lights display to spark off ...

... someone’s grandmother in small local places disguised as cantinas with plastic chairs, and are nearly impossible to describe to newbies. Just walk around and find your own favorite! However, if you’d like ...

... to give advice on techniques for good posture, linear and circular movements, practical steps and turns. Once the workshopping is done on Aug. 11, the Baabdat Cultural Week will come to a festive end ...

... with its own kings, culture and flourishing trade. For several thousand years it was called Gubla and later Gebal, while the term Canaan was applied to the coast in general. The rise and fall of nearly ...

... it gathers together delegates from nearly 70 National Associations to discuss, debate and shape the development of Hostelling in the future. She remarked that this is an important year for hi's global ...

... monk seals and hundreds of species of migratory birds, then head out to the wild Qadisha Valley for superb hiking. Nearby, Bcharré, the pretty village birthplace of Lebanon’s legendary poet Khalil Gibran, ...

... and from mid-morning the line to enter the mosque will take about an hour to get through, so get there around 9 a.m. if you don’t want to queue. Alternatively, visit the Süleymaniye Mosque in the nearby ...

... and historical sites and savor a slice of rural life. Neither north nor south and nowhere near the coast, the Chouf is a landlocked treasure of imposing mountains, deep ravines, dense forests, ancient ...

... with much to see by bicycle is Le Marais, with the Place des Vosges, Maison de Victor Hugo, and Musee Carnavalet all nearby. For those interested in discovering a spot slightly outside of Paris, the large ...

... corner of the Bekaa Valley, Lebanon’s wine country and breadbasket. The restaurant, accessible only by a dirt road near the wetlands of Ammiq, is located in a simple and spacious building with outdoor ...

... and rollerblade in this quiet spot. If you fancy a bit of pedal-pushing yourself, Beirut by Bike is nearby and offers rental bicycles. 2. Jardin des Jesuites: Leafy parks are not easy to come by in Beirut, ...

... Conference for Academic Disciplines Gottenheim near Freiburg Germany  12 Apr 2012 1st International Scientific Conference Economic and Social Development Frankfurt Germany  ...

... Hotel which features renowned classical pieces and performers. Spring Near perfect weather and a display of colorful wildflowers. Soak up the beauty of a Mediterranean spring in Lebanon. Explore ...

... Reserve near Tripoli, and the Al-Shouf Cedar Reserve, both of which offer good and extensive trail systems. Other areas with spectacular scenery and unique historical and cultural attractions include the ...

... then climbing back up. Lebanon's largest sinkholes are concentrated in the northern Mount Lebanon region, especially near Laqlouq and Tannourine.   ...

... to nearby towns and historic attractions, for hikes in surrounding natural areas, or simply as a quiet respite from the bustle of Beirut city life  ...

... ecosystem at the Palm Islands Reserve, located 5km off the coast near Tripoli. The reserve is a prime location for observing Lebanon's coastal flora and fauna, including sea turtles, seals, and over 300 ...

... for everyone. Each of the ski resorts boasts its own local flavor. For example, The Cedars Ski Resort (2,000-3,086m), near Mount Makmel (2,800m), is located on the highest range and offers the most ...

... divers to explore. Another popular diving area is at Chikka (near Tripoli), which offers some of the best marine landscapes and flora and fauna off the Lebanese coast. Exploring the underwater ruins ...

... installed near the entrance to the reserve as a first point of sale, after which they hope for the goods to reach the cities. In addition, local families are being trained to run guest houses for visitors ...