5 Spots In Lebanon That Will Make You Feel Like You’ve Traveled Abroad

Sometimes, don’t you just want to leave everything behind and travel to a distant place to forget all our country’s problems and our personal worries? But traveling is complicated and often costly, and we cannot easily leave our work and families. Yet, there are places in Lebanon where you can experience the relaxation and enjoyment of traveling abroad without needing to venture far.

1. Rocca Island, Hamat

A paradise on earth where mountain and sea meet, Roca Marina is one of the most beautiful resorts in Lebanon, providing visitors with a new and thrilling experience, with a lovely touch of luxury. This coastal spot resembles an island in itself, situated on the cleanest beach in Lebanon, and overlooking the highest mountain in Chekka. For lovers of water sports, you can enjoy diving, jet skiing, and more here.

As for the food, that’s also a one-in-a-kind experience in itself, as you will find the tables and chairs in the restaurant immersed in water, so you eat in tranquility of the sea and dip your toe into the water whenever you feel too hot. You can also watch one the most beautiful sunsets in Lebanon, as you watch it fall behind the sea and the mountain.

Number: 81 714 444

2. Yamas, Antelias

For those of you who love Greece so much but are unable to actually go there, we have some good news! Greece with its beauty, delicious food, and enchanting music has come to you. This restaurant is an authentic Greek experience that will transport you to the island of Santorini from the moment you step foot onto it. Greek statues fill the space, accompanied by mesmerizing Greek music, Mediterranean decorations, flowers, jasmine, and the fragrance of roses and jasmine everywhere… Not to mention the delectable Greek food and drinks on offer.

The most exciting part will be the traditional Greek dance groups that perform around the tables on the dance floor, inviting everyone to join in the dance. And of course, you won’t want to miss the most beautiful and entertaining Greek experience: smashing plates while dancing to the tunes of Zorba.

Number: 03 030 352

3. Nomads Nature and Nurture, Chouf Biosphere Reserve

A resort of suspended treehouses is going to transport you right into a tropical jungle… It is filled with trees throughout the whole place, with fresh air, water, natural waterfalls, birds and the sight of lush greens cheering the heart. Nothing cures stress like nature, and this spot is full of it.

You’ll find rooms and flying swings over the valley and waterfalls beneath the flowing river. You can experience massage and yoga in the midst of nature with Mexican music that will make your bodies dance to the sound of the water… As for the food, it tastes different in the middle of the jungle, made with love and great care, and best enjoyed with the people you love.

Number: 76 370 709

4. Catalpa Home, Beiteddine

You think you’ve seen everything in Lebanon and have experienced it all? We’re pretty sure you haven’t found this spot with a pool inside your bedroom. This dream has become a reality in Catapla Home, considered to be one of the most beautiful and unique guest houses in Lebanon.

Catalpa puts the swimming pool right in the heart of the bedroom, perfect for those who want to relax in the water and watch a movie while being immersed in water from all directions. It has a garden overlooking stunning landscapes and offers a breakfast under the tree in the morning. It’s an experience worth living at least once in your life, as you’re feel like you’re not in Lebanon, but on a distant island, serenaded and peaceful with someone you love very much.

Number: 03 093 089

5. Venice, Sin el Fil

For many, Italy is the dream destination. Between delicious food, rich history, great heritage, and the beauty of the sea and natural elements, a stop at the fountains of Rome or the rustic streets of Milan is a must-have. But what about Venice? Where everyone dreams of going on a romantic trip on small gondolas and taking beautiful photos. Now, you can live this experience in this restaurant in Lebanon.

As soon as you arrive, you will feel as if you are in Venice, and this is an important experience for those who could not travel this year. Once you enter the restaurant, you will see the water flowing and gondolas, while the sweet music and colors of love and romance await you at a table full of classic Italian dishes. An ideal place for a romantic outing with your loved ones, you can enjoy your meal indoors, or on the terrace outside to take a look at the water channels, the bridge and the gondolas, or even to go around in a gondola itself and live romantic moments right in the comfort of Lebanon.

Number: 01 516 540