From Beirut’s hospitality and innovation events to a railway initiative in Barbara, my latest Lebanon Today reports look at developments connecting people, industries, culture, and communities across Lebanon.
Lebanon | October 2026
Alongside my journeys and hikes through Lebanon’s villages, landscapes, and heritage sites, I share events I attend or am invited to, developments shaping the country’s tourism and cultural life, and essential information travelers should know. Many of these experiences and updates first appear in my Instagram Stories and Highlights, while Lebanon Today brings them together through more detailed reporting, background research, and practical information.
Here are three recent stories from Lebanon Today.
Whisky Live Beirut 2026: Hospitality, Expertise, and International Connections
The eighth edition of Whisky Live Beirut brought together international producers, distributors, hospitality professionals, and enthusiasts for three days of tastings, masterclasses, and industry encounters. My report looks at the event’s program, the people behind it, and its place within Lebanon’s hospitality scene.
Read the full Whisky Live Beirut article
Experia 2026: Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Community Impact
Held at Forum de Beyrouth, Experia brought technology, startups, established businesses, and community initiatives into the same exhibition space. Beyond artificial intelligence and entrepreneurship, my coverage explores the participation of local communities and the Live Love Awards, examining how innovation and public engagement can connect with wider development opportunities.
Read the full Experia 2026 article
BaraTrain: A Railway Experience in Barbara
In Barbara, Byblos District, the BaraTrain initiative has brought renewed attention to Lebanon’s long-neglected railway heritage. My report explores the project, its historical significance, and the public reactions it has generated, raising wider questions about heritage preservation, the future of Lebanon’s railways, and the difference between a heritage attraction and a functioning transport system.
Read the full BaraTrain article
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These reports are part of my ongoing coverage of Lebanon beyond individual travel experiences, bringing together current developments, cultural activities, tourism initiatives, heritage, and practical information for residents and visitors.
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© 2026 Nidal Majdalani. All original text, photography, video, maps, route notes, field research and editorial material are protected and may not be reproduced, adapted, republished, redistributed or used commercially without prior written permission.
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