Pleine Lune Venue

Wedding Day

Pleine Lune Venue, Faitroun, Lebanon

Marriage Ceremony

Wedding Celebrations

Our Wedding

Our Story

Accomodation

Our wedding ceremony and celebration will all take place at the Pleine Lune Venue in Faitroun. Faitroun is a 30 - 35 minute drive from downtown Beirut and although it is beautiful, it is not centrally located for those who wish to tour around the country. As such, we've included some hotel recommendations in Faitroun and also those more centrally located in Beirut. Our recommendation is to identify what areas you want to explore in Lebanon and book hotels based on that. In some cases a hotel in Beirut is all you'll need, in others it'll be best if you take hotels in each area. You can also choose Airbnb if you prefer, as there are many options. We are happy to support you in making your reservations, just reach out!

Beit Toureef

Royal Tulip 

Al Habtoor Grand Hotel

Saifi Suites

Albergo

MIST Hotel & Spa

Grand Kadri Hotel

Transportation

When planning your adventures in Lebanon, please keep in mind road safety and security. If you plan to rent a car, its best to have someone local in the car with you. Otherwise, be sure not to drive late at night and alone. The road conditions are not great and with no lights on the road + winding roads, it can be a dangerous experience. If you're not planning to rent a car, below are our recommendation for taxi and chauffer services.

Allo taxi

Welcome Taxi

Uber 

Infinity Luxe Chauffer

Accommodation & Transportation

Tourist Attractions

Lebanon has so much to offer and as the country is relatively small, you can do a lot in a short amount of time. Its great! The best way to get around is with a car, but driving can be dangerous as the roads are not lit at night, and in some areas, are not well maintained. As such, we recommend exploring with a chauffer or in guided group tour as they usually include transportation. For guided tours Viator has a lot of good options that include several locations in 1 trip.

This series of underground caves is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Lebanon and is located just outside of Beirut. The grotto features stunning stalactites and stalagmites and is considered one of the most spectacular natural wonders in the world.

Jeita Grotto

Byblos (Jbeil) is believed to have been first occupied between 8800 and 7000 BC and continuously inhabited since 5000 BC, making it one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. Our Tip: This is a fantastic area, don't miss it!

Jbeil Marina & Old Souq

This ancient city is home to the Temple of Jupiter, one of the largest Roman temple ruins in the world. It was inscribed in 1984 as an UNESCO World Heritage site. Our Tip: Travel as a group or if possible, with Lebanese people.

Baalbek Roman Ruins

This small hilltop town is home to the Our Lady of Lebanon statue, which stands on top of a hill overlooking the city. The statue is considered one of the most important religious sites in the country and offers stunning views of the surrounding coastline. Our Tip: If you feel physically able to, take the hike up or down instead of the Teleferique to enjoy more of the views and landscape.

Harissa

This coastal town is known for its historic harbor, ancient ruins, and its vibrant beach scene. Visitors can explore the Roman theater, visit the Phoenician Wall, and relax on one of the town's many beaches. Our Tip: The nightlife and restaurants in Batroun are fantastic!

Batroun Old Souq

Wineries

Château Ksara is Lebanon’s oldest and largest winery. Our Tip: Ksara has the nicest cave tour with the richest history.

Château Ksara 

Kefraya is considered historic land that had grape vines growing there more than 4000 years ago. Our tip: Kefraya has the most unique wines and often creates a limited quantity of highly specialized wines with unique labels. These specialized wines can only be purchased at the winery in Lebanon, they are not sold abroad.

Chateau Kefraya

IXSIR’s vineyards are at an altitude of 1,800 metres, making them the highest in the Northern Hemisphere.&nbsp; Our Tip: IXSIR has the nicest Chateau, don't miss the spiral staircase!

IXSIR Winery

Hiking

For those looking to hike, Lebanon has absolutely beautiful scenery and more trails than you can imagine! That said, they are often not commercialized and its best to either go with a guide or group. Consider joining a hiking group such as Lebanon_In_Nature (check them out on Instagram for more details).

The most beautiful cedar reserve in the world. This is an easy hike as it is more commercialized and there is a clear entrance and exit. It does not require a guided tour and is one of our favorite spots in Lebanon. The path takes you to a higher altitude without you realizing until suddenly you feel how fresh the air is, high up and amongst these beautiful trees. Our Tip: Bsharri is in the north where it is much colder than Beirut and other parts of the country. Be sure to bring a light jacket, even in June!

Cedars of God Bsharri

A beautiful valley filled with secret spots that will take your breath away. One of the most famous natural landmarks in Lebanon which has a wide variety of hiking trails. You can go on easy, medium, or difficult hikes that range anywhere from 2 hours to 8 hours. There is so much to discover in the valley, amazing natural beauty, and rich history including the Hadchit water springs.

Wadi Qannoubine

Situated on the upper north western slopes of Mount Lebanon, ranging in altitude from 1200 m to 2000, Horsh Ehden Nature Reserve covers more than 450 hectors and is considered as a very important part of the country for its unique biodiversity. Its a beautiful and safe park to explore. Our Tip: Although there is good signage, its always good to have a map on hand as the reserve is very large.

Horsh Ehden Nature Reserve 

Explore the Naher Ibrahim river, and the Yahchouch lake and don’t forget your swimsuit if you would like to have a refreshing dip in the river or under the waterfalls.

Yahchouch Waterfalls

Restaurants and BarsRestaurants1. Babel2. Em Sherif3. Kampai4. Al Falamanki&nbsp;(Raouche location especially for breakfast)5. Pastis6. Pierre &amp; Friends 7. Le Chef8. Tavolina 9. Tabliyet Massaad (Zahle Hoch location is best but all are good!)10. Ritage Garden Delicious food &amp; beautiful historical Lebanese design1. Beit Kanz2. Liza Beirut Rooftop Bars1. Iris2. Aria3. Clap4. Spine (also good for clubbing)5. Fabrk6. Level 26 at the Four Seasons Hotel7. Cherry on the Rooftop Clubs (all outdoors)1. Skybar (mostly English, top 40, mix of genres)2. Music Hall (mix of shows, arabic and english)3. Spine (deep house, bazaar nights depending on the day of the week)4. Raw (mostly English, top 40, mix of genres)5. White6. BO18 (iconic bomb shelter after-hours club, deep house, sometimes opens early for regular club) BeachesNorth of Beirut1. Edde Sands (mix of large pools and sandy beach access)2. Orchid Beach Club (infinity pool, limited beach access and more rocky)3. Pierre and Friends (beach access)4. Anfeh (known for it's Greek colours) South of Beirut5. Iris Beach Resort6. Pangea Beach Resort ShoppingABC Mall (multiple locations, but Achrafieh is the nicest)Beirut Souks (open air, nice area to walk around)

Exploring Lebanon

Q + A

Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift we could ask for! If you would like to honor us with a gift, below is our banking information. Thank you kindly. Option 1: Canadian dollar Interac (for those with Canadian bank accounts)issa.rima@gmail.com Option 2: Wire Transfer from International &amp; UAE Accounts to United Arab Emirates dirham Account Name: Antonio LabaBank Name: Emirates IslamicBank Address: Dubai, UAEAccount Number: 3708370937101&nbsp;IBAN: AE400340003708370937101&nbsp;Swift Code: MEBLAEAD Account Name: Rima IssaBank Name: Abu Dhabi Islamic BankBank Address: Abu DhabiAccount Number: 19301207IBAN: AE820500000000019301207Swift Code: ABDIAEADXXX Option 3: Wish Account Transfer Account Name: Antonio Laba Phone Number: 00 961 70 60 62 51 Card box will also be available at the wedding.

Rima & Antonio

Rima & Antonio

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