The official currency is Lebanese Pound (LBP) but USD are accepted everywhere - even preferred! Lebanon has been hit by a economic crisis. One of the things to know, is that the official currency conversion is very different from the real currency value. We would therefore strongly advise not to pay by credit card but rather bring cash. If you have bring USD, otherwise it's also easy to change other currencies like for example Euro into USD.
For easy communication during your Time in Lebanon please join this WhatsApp group: This way we can make sure there is always someone who can help answer you're questions :) In the WhatsApp group description there is also a link to a sheet showing who is coming from where, this will make coordination easier of who is coming from where.
The official language is Lebanese, but most people also speak French or English.
The electricity supply is 220v like most of Europe. It fits European sockets. Most places do not have constant electricity supply (Ray Hotel has assured us they have back-up generators), so bringing a power bank to charge your phone can be very helpful. And the torch function of your phone makes cosy lighting :)
Wifi is available in hotels & some shopping malls. With a passport, you can get a local sim card with data making getting around even easier!
Lebanon is a very liberal and open country, you can wear whatever you like. During weddings lebanese like it over the top - it can never be too sparkly. Please no white/ ivory/ cream color dresses, any other color is great :) Evening gown/ cocktail dress - whatever you feel comfortable! :)
Your presence is the best gift! We are so excited to share this special moment with you and really appreciate you coming all this way. If still you feel like spoiling us even more, we would love to add the special touches to our home - such as a nice carpet/ a piece of art - something that will last forever and will stay as great memory. If you’d like to contribute, please use one of the below options: Bank Account: Nadim Barakat: IBAN: DE89700700240464211200, BIC: DEUTDEDBMUC (Deutsche Bank) Paypal: mg.m@wanadoo.fr