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Beyond Beirut is a Lebanese non-governmental organization with a mission to encourage the development of experiential tourism beyond the city limits of Beirut as a means for sustainable economic development in rural Lebanon.
Beyond Beirut goals:
· To create awareness of the importance of tourism beyond the city limits of Beirut as an economic driver.
· To promote rural tourism as a means for sustainable economic and community development
· To introduce and support the concept of destination development
· To empower communities with the means and tools to actively develop their assets
· To enhance job creation and retention
· To conserve natural and cultural heritage
· To enhance quality of tourism service
· To encourage business to business linkages as an essential potential for economic growth
· To encourage public/private partnerships
· To develop, sustain and expand an integrated network of marketing channels to create a pull demand for tourism in areas beyond the city limits of Beirut
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The Hakawati Tradition
Once upon a time, in bygone days, people entertained themselves.
But, not by watching TV, going to the movies, reading a book or surfing the Internet. The most common form of entertainment in the Middle East used to be that of the hakawati. Read more
First Annual Forum on Sustainable Tourism Development
First Annual Forum on Sustainable Tourism Development video is available on the website ! Check it out in the forum section. Read more
Lebanon Traveler issue 2
Lebanon Traveler issue 2 is out ! ask for your copy in main bookstores or write to info@beyondbeirut.com to register for a subscription. Read more
Lebanon Traveler issue 1
Lebanon Traveler issue 1 is out! Ask for your copy in main bookstores and explore the hidden Lebanon. Read more
Beyond Beirut Newsletter Issue 3
To download The third issue of the Beyond Beirut Newsletter please click here Read more
More coverage on Lebanon Traveler Magazine Launch
In partnership with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), Hospitality Services and the Beyond Beirut Association and with the presence of presidents of municipalities, U.S. Embassy representatives, tourism stakeholders and non-governmental organizations, the first issue of “Lebanon Traveler” magazine was launched on June 29th at 11 am in Falamanki Café, Beirut. Read more
