Lebanon - Love You In Your Madness

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Although renting a car is an option in Lebanon, the majority of tourists opt to hire a local driver instead. It is increasingly uncommon, thus travelers who prefer to go solo should specify this while ordering a vehicle. International vehicle rental businesses including Avis, Hertz, Budget, and Europcar are present in the majority of major cities. Car rentals are the most expensive form of transportation in Lebanon while being practical. Recently, fuel costs have skyrocketed, and local driving standards and road conditions are both dismal.

One of the most popular ways to travel within cities and between them is with shared taxis. Intercity taxis run throughout the nation, and while the majority of them follow predetermined routes, there are no set rates, so haggle before you get in. On lengthy trips, shared taxis typically accommodate a maximum of six passengers. However, city-based taxis have set charges and are easily flagged down on the side of the road. 

Although the nation lacks a railroad network, both residents and visitors enjoy using the bus system. Buses are utilized often but are not as widely used as shared cabs. Outside of Beirut, inner-city buses are typically less common and available in farther-flung locations.
There are two major bus stations in Beirut: Charles Helou Bus Station and Cola Bus Station. Buses to northern cities depart from Charles Helou Bus Station, and buses to southern locations often leave from Cola Bus Station. Although the bus schedule is uncertain, you can inquire about the details at the station.

Although the absence of train lines may be annoying, the nation is quite small and many regions may be reached by bicycle. Bicyclists should be aware that Lebanon is not a very bicycle-friendly country despite the fact that many hotels offer bikes for rent. Most cities lack traffic and bicycle lanes.

Since the country's public transit is not particularly handy, self-driving is generally a suitable option for travelers. In Lebanon, a foreign driver's license is acceptable. Visitors can reserve a car in advance on the websites of rental companies, pick it up at the airport, and return it there. Both toll booths and self-service petrol outlets are absent from the nation. Fuel must be paid for in cash by visitors. You should be careful driving in Lebanon because the majority of Lebanese motorists disobey the speed limit and traffic regulations. You can utilize a rental car depending on your needs, although it is relatively pricey.

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