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Originally Posted by motion

Thanks, everyone for the feedback, both constructive and hysterical. Cashflyer, thanks for those photos. When I was in Israel, I drove to the Lebanese border, so I was close last year. It looks nice. I was a bit hesitant at first... sometimes I book trips in my zest to add another country to my list, but the more I dug into the place, the more it seemed both interesting and fairly safe. I came across this piece by Tony Bourdain:

Anthony Bourdain, BACK TO BEIRUT

I really dig a place that confounds common sense. I think Beirut will be one of those places. Its interesting to read the comments in this thread. People have preconceived notions, which are often proven 100% wrong with a little bit of digging and outside perspective. I love that about the world.

I'll be arriving March 13th. Can't wait!

Bourdain and his crew were also rescued by US Marines there. I still want to go with you please.