1. Beirut is considered a very quiet and safe city, but travelers still need to keep a close eye on their personal items. Do not leave coats and bags unattended at restaurants and cafes. You should be also aware of pickpockets who might work in crowded places and public transport.
2. Choose your clothes carefully before visiting religious sites and attractions of the city. Women should not wear revealing or too tight clothes. Men should not select shorts and T-shirts with short sleeves. Instead of them make your choice in favor of loose pants and a shirt.
3. The travellers, who plan to use a taxi, are recommended to negotiate the cost of a ride in advance. As a rule, the cost of a ride within the same district shouldn’t exceed three U.S. dollars. The cost of a ride from the central area of the city to the airport is approximately 20 dollars. You not just can, but should bargain with taxi drivers just like with vendors in a market.
4. Beirut is home to a huge number of wine stores that offer liquor, liqueurs and wines at very attractive prices. Despite the free sale of beverages, drinking alcohol is allowed in specially designated areas only.
6. When you plan to make a photo of local people, it is always necessary to ask for permission first. Making videos and photographs of strategic and military facilities is strictly forbidden.
7. Power supply voltage is 220 V; the majority of hotels are equipped with standard European wall outlets.
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9. Note that working day is usually very short in the majority of government agencies and banks. As a rule, they open at 8:00 and work until 12:00 - 14:00. Saturday and Sunday are days off.
10. The local car rental offices allow renting a car at very attractive prices. In order to rent a car you will need a driver's license of the international class, as well as a credit card with the required amount of collateral in the account.
11. Mini-buses are considered the main form of public transport. They ply around the city from early morning until late evening. Mini-buses stop at all traffic stops. Tickets for a ride can be purchased from drivers.
