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REPORT: Lebanon attracts Gulf tourists amid critical political situation

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22-02-2013 | 09:30

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REPORT: Lebanon attracts Gulf tourists amid critical political situation

Although the country may be facing security problems, it seems its tourism sector may be picking up momentum. In this context, the Beirut International Airport announced that it has received on Friday four airplanes carrying Kuwaiti and Gulf tourist.

The tourists were met at the airport with flowers and candy.

Over the past few weeks, the Ministry of Tourism worked on promoting its advertising campaigns, organizing special offers to reinforce tourism.

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