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Ski Resorts<br />

A trip to Lebanon isn’t complete without a trip to the mountains. Mzaar Kfardebian is regarded as one of the most scenic and entertaining mountain<br />

resorts in Lebanon, just an hour’s drive from Beirut. There you are immersed in natural beauty with the mountains surrounding you. In winter the<br />

mountain is famous for its beautiful slopes, which are perfect for skiing, snowboarding and snowmobiling. The ski runs are perfect for everyone,<br />

from first-timers to experts who want more challenging slopes. Blessed with its high elevation of up to 2,465m, Mzaar usually has incredible natural<br />

snow blanketing its 80 kilometres of groomed runs. Spring and summer are perfect for hiking and biking trips through the mountain ranges.<br />

Hotels<br />

InterContinental Mountain<br />

Resort & Spa, Mzaar<br />

At 2,000m above sea level and considered Lebanon’s most luxurious snow hotel,<br />

the resort is just over an hour from Beirut. Four restaurants serve Alpine specialties<br />

including French and Italian cuisine made with organic produce from local farmers.<br />

Outdoor activities like mountain climbing, hiking, biking, rafting and snowmobile<br />

excursions are available. Facilities include a luxury spa with wide range of treatments,<br />

heated pool, fitness centre, squash courts, shopping arcade, beauty salon, bowling<br />

alley, a cinema and daycare centre.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: 131 guest rooms and suites offering mountain or garden views.<br />

Terre Brune Hotel<br />

Just 45 minutes from Beirut and close to the famous Temple of Baalbeck, the resort<br />

enjoys spectacular views of the rugged mountains and features three gourmet<br />

restaurants which serve buffet breakfasts and à la carte dinners, cheese & wine dinners<br />

and homemade Lebanese cuisine. Activities include skiing and snowboarding in the<br />

winter and hiking in the summer. The resort has its own gym, sauna, spa and outdoor<br />

pool with views of the famous Roman ruins of Faqra.<br />

ACCOMMODATION: 40 superb guest rooms and suites all with private balconies and<br />

mountain views.<br />

Call 800 2324 or contact your local <strong>Etihad</strong> Airways or <strong>Etihad</strong> Preferred Travel Agent Middle East / Lebanon 213

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