On July 7, 2025, the Lebanese Army demonstrated its commitment to regional cooperation by deploying two military helicopters from Qlayaat Airport in Akkar to assist in extinguishing wildfires in Syria’s Latakia countryside. This operation, initiated by Lebanese authorities, underscores the…
A National Treasure Prepares to Reopen. Tucked away in the Nahr al-Kalb valley, just 18 kilometers north of Beirut, the Jeita Grotto stands as one of Lebanon’s most iconic natural wonders. The Lebanese Ministry of Tourism has announced that this…
Lebanon, a compact nation of 10,452 km² along the eastern Mediterranean, has a modest aviation network shaped by its geography, history, and political circumstances. As of April 07, 2025, only one airport supports commercial international and domestic flights, while others…
A Guide to Lebanon’s Six Winter Resorts: The Cedars, Faraya Oyoun as Siman Laklouk Fakra Qanat Bakiche Zaarour Lebanon’s Mount Lebanon range, rising dramatically from the Mediterranean coast, is home to six exceptional winter resorts that attract skiers, snowboarders, and…
Lebanon, a small yet geographically diverse country nestled along the eastern Mediterranean, boasts a climate as varied as its landscapes. From the sun-soaked coast to the snow-dusted mountains, the weather shifts dramatically with the seasons and across its cities. This…
Just 5.5 kilometers off the coast of Tripoli in northern Lebanon, lies Rabbit Island a tranquil haven also known as Palm Island or Jazeerat al-Araneb in Arabic. Officially part of the Palm Islands Nature Reserve, this small, low-lying island forms…
The distance from Qlayaat Airport (also known as René Mouawad Air Base) to downtown Beirut depends on whether you’re considering the straight-line distance or the actual driving route. Straight-line distance (“as the crow flies”): Qlayaat Airport is located in the…
Nestled in the Akkar region of northern Lebanon, Qlayaat Airport officially named René Mouawad Air Base carries the airport code KYE. This three-letter identifier, assigned by the International Air Transport Association (IATA), is more than just a shorthand; it encapsulates…
Nestled in the coastal plains of northern Lebanon, Qlayaat Airport officially known as René Mouawad Air Base stands as a lesser-known yet strategically significant aviation facility. Located near the village of Qlayaat in the Akkar Governorate, this airfield boasts a…
Nestled in the rugged embrace of northern Lebanon’s Akkar region, Qlayaat Airport also known as René Mouawad Air Base sits like a silent sentinel, a relic of history poised just 7 kilometers from the Syrian border. Once a bustling hub…
