Gordon
@USA
American expat in Lebanon
Forum posts
16
About me
American
Lives in Kfarhbab
Registration: 21 October 2010
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Is ADMA, LEBANON safe for a new expat? by Hoda1903
Hello all, I'm Hoda from Canada. I want to know if there are any expats/locals who are in Adma, Lebanon. Please let me know about the area, and especially about safety issues/travel warnings. I will be posted there for a period of a year(job) and ...
Adma is among the safer areas in lebanon, upscale, suburban feel, not too far from shopping, chill, about 7-10min to night scene, apolitical (minimal to no visible politics signs/billboards). recommended if living in lebanon. Read More
parachute ,, bungee??? by husseink
hey guys where can you do one of the followings: 1) bungee jump 2) parachute \free or skydive or w.e i keep seeing these picture in jounieh or somewhere else but i have no idea hope someone an share any useful information :)
yeah teleferique! Read More
Where do expats meet?
Hi!!! just joined the expat-blog and wondering where you all meet? and if you don't, then let's set up a bar night!! either way, drop me a note and say hi :) gord Read More
Moving to Lebanon in 6 months by nitamasri
Hello everyone, We will be moving to my husband country in 6 months along with our 6 month old son and I wanted to know if anyone would recommend us taking a counter with our belongings or just pay extra for extra suitcase at the airport. I would ...
I would definitely opt for the extra suitcase - even at $175 per luggage (emirates airlines). I tried shipping goods to save and ended up paying $1100 in import fees and taxes on goods worth less than $1000! (approx weight 300lbs) At least with ... Read More
Hello all by KostaTheo
My name is Kosta, im from Greece, currently living in K.S.A. I have been amazed with the culture and way of life in Beirut and it has inspired me to look for a job there. Any hints anyone? i would really appreciate any help given. Holder of ...
Good luck!!! Welcome to Lebanon Read More
Going out in Beirut by expat.com
Hi there, Which are your 10 favorite places to go out in Beirut? Which places would you recommend to newcomers? (restaurants, pubs, discos, theaters, cinemas, concert halls...) Thanks!
1- The GM!!! (aka Gemayze): over 140 bars and pubs, a few dancing clubs too, with quite a few expats and tourists (relatively speaking). 2- Hooligans. In old jounieh, my hangout joint! small pub, chill place to be 3- Old town Byblos. an array of ... Read More
How to make friends in Beirut by expat.com
We have been talking about loneliness when you are abroad, let's now talk about how to make friends (locals or expatriates) when you're living in Beirut :top: Which are your best tips to meet people and to make friends in Beirut?? Thanks in ...
2300 views and no responses. i thought the point of this site was to make friends! hehe the answer is simple, get off the computer and out of the house! Meet ppl everywhere all the time, heck Lebs talk to me everywhere I go! super friendly ppl, not ... Read More
public library in beirut ? by sgc2
I'm looking for a public library, since I'm not a student its quiet difficult to get into university' library. as such if anybody ever seen one in beirut that would be lovely to share. or if you know any good book shop - beside librairie ...
did u ever find a public library? Read More
parachute ,, bungee??? by husseink
hey guys where can you do one of the followings: 1) bungee jump 2) parachute \free or skydive or w.e i keep seeing these picture in jounieh or somewhere else but i have no idea hope someone an share any useful information :)
I dont know of any skydiving in Lebanon, but I believe there's para- sailing at the Cedars and in Jounieh. The telegerique peeps might be able to help. Read More
Possible move to Lebanon by Lorrie
I'm considering the big move... I currently have a Hypnosis & AcuPoint Therapy practice in Texas and I want to move this practice. I'm not sure where to begin educating "Self" about the laws and regulations for these modalities/practices. I'm ...
I'd definitely start with an extended vacation. Make sure u like it here. it is quite different from the states. Much free-er, disorganized, inefficient yet fun! lebs are super receptive to americans and europeans, as far as my experience. Cost ... Read More