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Celebrate Fete de La Musique at ESA with Souk el Akel
Jun 20, 2018

ESA Business School welcomes the 18th edition of the Fête de la musique au Liban! Time: From 5:00pm till 12:00am Place: ESA gardens - ESA Campus, 289…

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Souk el Akel: Lebanon's Street Food Market Kicks Its Summer Season

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The Airbus A380 Connects Paris and New York: AirFrance’s Culinary Experience

Airlines

June 12, 2018

The Airbus A380 Connects Paris and New York: AirFrance’s Culinary Experience

Airlines

June 12, 2018 | Travel

Second time onboard the gigantic Airbus A380, seated on the upper deck, I was excited to watch a movie, relax for the next seven hours and most importantly enjoy one of the finest food served onboard a plane. Known for their culinary know-how and…

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The Redesigned, Fresh Looking, Business Lounge; CDG Terminal E Hall L

Airports | France

June 12, 2018

The Redesigned, Fresh Looking, Business Lounge; CDG Terminal E Hall L

Airports

June 12, 2018 | Travel | France

Air France reopened a completely redesigned, much larger and fully renovated Business class lounge. With an open kitchen, private saunas and a detox bar, a real bubble of well-being were created for its Business customers in Hall L at Paris-Charles…

Contact Info: Charles de Gaulle Airport

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

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Flying AirFrance from Beirut to Paris in Business Class: I Love the Experience Not the Food!

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November 13, 2017

Flying AirFrance from Beirut to Paris in Business Class: I Love the Experience Not the Food!

Airlines

November 13, 2017 | Travel

When you Tavel a lot, you tend to forget when was the last time you wrote a review about your favorite airline. Since the first revamped business class to Beirut review and the “cabin Best”, several other detailed reviews have followed.…

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Air France Business Lounge at JFK Terminal 1

Airports | USA

November 04, 2017

Air France Business Lounge at JFK Terminal 1

Airports

November 04, 2017 | Travel | USA

Things are improving around here... I’ve passed for the first time in 2015 and now back for the fifth time already, the large dedicated area of Air France customers at the airport is up to the standard and expectations of a traveler…

Paris Charles de Gaulle, Terminal 2E, Hall K, Business Lounge

Airports | France

October 15, 2017

Paris Charles de Gaulle, Terminal 2E, Hall K, Business Lounge

Airports

October 15, 2017 | Travel | France

After reviewing the business lounge of "Hall L" at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport, I had the chance to experience what "Hall K" of terminal E has to offer. I personally preferred this one. K Lounge oozes the same Air France spirit which is…

Contact Info: Charles de Gaulle Airport

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]

La Gomme à Mâcher: Air France's Inflight Exclusive Gum

News

July 13, 2017

La Gomme à Mâcher: Air France's Inflight Exclusive Gum

News

July 13, 2017

As all travellers know, take-off and landing can sometimes cause pain in the ears. The cabin pressure varies and can block passengers' ears. The chewing action is enough to balance this internal ear pressure and make the travel experience more…

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CDG Airport: Shower After a Long Flight

Airports | France

June 17, 2017

CDG Airport: Shower After a Long Flight

Airports

June 17, 2017 | Travel | France

Passing through Charles de Gaulle Airport coming from a long flight you can now have an enjoyable and refreshing shower at Terminal 2E. A clean towel wrapped in nylon and a loaded kit of amenities will be given to you so you don't have to get your…

Contact Info: Charles de Gaulle Airport

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]

Air France: The A380 Experience is Like any Other Plane!

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April 10, 2017

Air France: The A380 Experience is Like any Other Plane!

Airlines

April 10, 2017 | Travel

I was so happy when I found out that I would be taking my next flight to New York onboard an A380, yes, AirFrance's A380 which I have dreaming of trying for a while. After an amazing experience onboard Korean Air, here I was checking what AirFrance…

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Air France Lounge at Orly Airport

Airports | France

January 13, 2017

Air France Lounge at Orly Airport

Airports

January 13, 2017 | Travel | France

The lounge is probably bigger than the check-in area itself. Located on the first floor just after passport control, the Air France lounge is no different from any other Air France lounge I've visited around the world, except for the newly updated…

Middle East Airlines vs. Air France: A Detailed Comparative Review... 1 Winner!

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November 21, 2016

Middle East Airlines vs. Air France: A Detailed Comparative Review... 1 Winner!

Airlines

November 21, 2016 | Comparative Review

It started back in 2013 when my first ever review comparing Air France to Middle East was published, two carriers connecting Beirut to Paris. Three years have passed since and hundreds of flights in between onboard both. Both carriers have improved…

Air France Supports Lebanese Apples with NGNO

News

November 11, 2016

Air France Supports Lebanese Apples with NGNO

News

November 11, 2016

In support of the Lebanese farmers, Air France Lebanon is celebrating “Apple Week” in collaboration with NoGarlicNoOnions. This week, more than 20.000 Lebanese Apples have been distributed to a selection of Air France Corporate…

Contact Info: AirFrance

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The New Business Night Service Offered by Air France

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June 20, 2016

The New Business Night Service Offered by Air France

Airlines

June 20, 2016 | Travel

Traveling from New York back to Paris I was surprised by a new service offered to business passengers flying at night. Now you can dine the same exact menu offered up in the air while seated behind a table in the business lounge and enjoy the…

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Paris-Beirut on the Newly Refurbished A777-300ER

Airlines

June 01, 2016

Paris-Beirut on the Newly Refurbished A777-300ER

Airlines

June 01, 2016 | Travel

I was one of the first to try the new plane which AirFrance calls “Cabine Best”. It's no other than the world's most famous plane, the Boeing 777 revised with the latest technologies to fit the 21st century, something many airlines…

Seoul-Paris: Enjoying Service and Food Onboard Air France

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May 08, 2016

Seoul-Paris: Enjoying Service and Food Onboard Air France

Airlines

May 08, 2016 | Travel

What a week! A pleasant stay in the Korean capital, but it was time to go back home. Skyteam is my choice, after trying the A380 for the first time onboard Korean Air, I decided to take a return flight with Air France. 12 hours are properly taken…

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Traveling to Paris and Back in a Cocoon

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October 23, 2015

Traveling to Paris and Back in a Cocoon

Airlines

October 23, 2015 | Travel

I'm not sure why, but I feel like writing a review every time I find myself sitting on a plane, especially when traveling Business Class. This time, it wasn't just any Business Class, but the new "Best" option out of Beirut. I believe I was one of…

Air France Reveals Best & Beyond Cabins at Le Gray

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August 25, 2015

Air France Reveals Best & Beyond Cabins at Le Gray

Airlines

August 25, 2015 | Travel

I was one of the lucky first few people to try Air Frances ‘Best & Beyond’ cabins on my way from Paris to New York and on my way back from New York to Paris, just a couple of months ago. Now everyone can get up close and personal…

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Air France Business Lounge at JFK Terminal 1

Airports | USA

July 23, 2015

Air France Business Lounge at JFK Terminal 1

Airports

July 23, 2015 | Travel | USA

It starts behind the automatic door, this grey door located at the end of JFK terminal 1 under a large logo of Air France. A clean and neat access to a spacious relaxation saloon... The door opened. Behind the door is a spacious space I wasn't…

Goodbye New York: On the Way Back Home

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July 23, 2015

Goodbye New York: On the Way Back Home

Airlines

July 23, 2015 | Travel

I still remember checking into the hotel like of it was only yesterday, 10 days passed at a glance and I wish it hadn’t… New York is not any city but the city of dreams and possibilities, tourism and love, events and potential...…

Air France: Lounge M, Will Leave You Impressed

Airports | France

July 15, 2015

Air France: Lounge M, Will Leave You Impressed

Airports

July 15, 2015 | Travel | France

Indeed this lounge is impressive. You know I've been dreaming of taking a look at Air France's Terminal M Lounge at Charles de Gaulle since it first opened, especially after hearing about its size and colors… My dream finally came…

Contact Info: Charles de Gaulle Airport

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]

Paris Charles de Gaulle, Terminal E-L Business Lounge

Airports | France

July 03, 2015

Paris Charles de Gaulle, Terminal E-L Business Lounge

Airports

July 03, 2015 | Travel | France

Time does travel... Three years, three long years have passed and I thought it was yesterday that I last wrote about this business lounge connecting Air France flights with the world. After security check take a right or left, both take you up a…

Contact Info: Charles de Gaulle Airport

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

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Pampered for Eight Hours Over the Atlantic

Airlines

June 29, 2015

Pampered for Eight Hours Over the Atlantic

Airlines

June 29, 2015 | Recommended

Simply awesome! You can't imagine how excited I was to discover the new business class cabin of Air France - a plane they say is "Best" fitted with the cocoon seats. It was a long day of traveling from Beirut to New York, but hours passed by in a…

Beirut-Paris: The Air France Business Experience

Airlines

June 27, 2015

Beirut-Paris: The Air France Business Experience

Airlines

June 27, 2015 | Travel

I want to express my minute-to-minute enjoyment during my trip from Beirut to Paris… I want to express the enjoyment I had with every single service offered on onboard AirFrance, especially after I learned that I would be one of the first to…

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Air France’s La Première Cabin Returns to the Paris – Beirut Route!

Airlines

May 04, 2015

Air France’s La Première Cabin Returns to the Paris – Beirut Route!

Airlines

May 04, 2015 | Travel

Since 29 March 2015, Air France is offering the La Première cabin on its daily flight between Paris and Beirut. Flights are operated by B-773 equipped with 303 seats – 8 in La Première, 67 in Business, 28 in Premium Economy and…

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Dining at the Mythic Residence des Pins: Air France Launches La Premiere

Reviews | Lebanon

April 21, 2015

Dining at the Mythic Residence des Pins: Air France Launches La Premiere

Reviews

April 21, 2015 | Lebanon

A unique invitation, an honor, I was one of the lucky few to have dinner at the French ambassador's residence down in Beirut, the famous Residence des Pins; in celebration of Air France's first class coming back to Beirut. We were welcomed in the…

A Travel Review: Air France Business Class Revamped

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January 13, 2015

A Travel Review: Air France Business Class Revamped

Airlines

January 13, 2015 | Travel

I wasn't planning on writing yet another review on ‘business class’ to Paris. I thought I have done enough reviews onboard Air France but when I discovered all the changes since my last trip, I couldn't but grab my phone and start…

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The Air France Lounge, Munich Airport

Airports | Europe

October 26, 2014

The Air France Lounge, Munich Airport

Airports

October 26, 2014 | Travel | Europe

After a trip around Germany, coming back home onboard a Skyteam flight should be done onboard MEA through Frankfurt Airport, or any hub where Air France lands. My last stop was Munich, boarding the first Air France from Munich to Paris, followed by…

Air France Launches a New Private Jet Service

Travel

July 14, 2014

Air France Launches a New Private Jet Service

Travel

July 14, 2014 | Airlines

Air France has launched a new private jet service for its La Première premium customers to connect onward from its Paris Charles de Gaulle hub. The SkyTeam carrier has teamed up with French business jet operator Wijet on the service. Take a seat in…

Be My Eyes and Taste Buds on June 20

News

June 13, 2014

Be My Eyes and Taste Buds on June 20

News

June 13, 2014

Just heard about this... Exciting news for those who happen to be coming to Lebanon from Paris on June 20 on board Air France? To be more specific, on board flight number AF562 CDG-BEY, departing from CDG at 4.30pm... If so, you're in for a treat...…

Air France Launches "A La Carte Meals"

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February 26, 2014

Air France Launches "A La Carte Meals"

Airlines

February 26, 2014 | Travel

With summertime around the corner, Air France is bringing a breath of fresh air with new dishes on its A la carte menus, available as an alternative to the menu of the day (free of charge) offered in Premium Economy and Economy cabins on most…

Visiting Dublin... A Peaceful Journey of New Discoveries

Travel | Europe

October 17, 2013

Visiting Dublin... A Peaceful Journey of New Discoveries

Travel

October 17, 2013 | Europe

I get this itch to travel every time I stay in Lebanon for a month. I feel the urge to travel, go discover what's out there, try new foods, new cultures.. Who doesn't love to travel? For me, I believe it's become an obsession where I'm ready to…

Middle East Airlines vs. Air France: The First Detailed Comparison

Airlines

July 31, 2013

Middle East Airlines vs. Air France: The First Detailed Comparison

Airlines

July 31, 2013 | Comparative Review

So, this is how the story all began. I was supposed to come back at 04:30pm onboard Air France, a flight I look forward to since all the planes leaving from Paris to Lebanon are catered by a different starred Michelin chef every month. But a quick…

Terminal E, Concourse L: One of Paris' Biggest Flying Hubs

Airports

May 25, 2013

Terminal E, Concourse L: One of Paris' Biggest Flying Hubs

Airports

May 25, 2013 | Travel

Arriving at the Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport into Terminal E/L at Charles De Gaules, an idea came to mind. Remembering the movie "The Terminal" where a traveler, played by Tom Hanks, spends days inside an airport terminal. For a second, I…

From Beirut to Paris... An Enjoyable Flight On Board Air France's Premium Class

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May 23, 2013

From Beirut to Paris... An Enjoyable Flight On Board Air France's Premium Class

Airlines

May 23, 2013 | Travel

The Premium Economy cabin on board Air France is truly a great invention especially for those traveling on short trips - up to 4 hours or so. Traveling Premium Economy you will enjoy a relaxed ambiance, the comfort of more space, a reclining seat…

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Le Meridien Etoile: A Pleasant Stay in the Heart of Paris

Hotels | France

April 22, 2013

Le Meridien Etoile: A Pleasant Stay in the Heart of Paris

Hotels

April 22, 2013 | Recommended | France

Taking the Air France bus from CDG airport to Paris, you are dropped off at Porte Maillot facing the Palais des Congres on one side and Le Meridien Hotel on the other. I have been waiting for the opportunity to try this famous hotel until I finally…

Contact Info: Le Meridien Etoile

Phone Number: +331 40 68 34 34

Address: 81 Boulevard Gouvion Saint-Cyr · 75848 Paris Cedex 17 · France [ view ]

Phone Number: +331 40 68 34 34

Address: 81 Boulevard Gouvion Saint-Cyr · 75848 Paris Cedex 17 · France [ view ]

Turkish Airlines: The Best Airline in Europe: LOL

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February 01, 2013

Turkish Airlines: The Best Airline in Europe: LOL

Popular

February 01, 2013 | Travel

As you might have noticed, this is the first time I use the chat phrase 'LOL'. Yes, unfortunately it's the first time because I simply couldn't find any other word to describe the situation and the actual feeling of wanting 'Laugh Out Loud' during…

Air France: A Minutely Review

Airlines

January 20, 2013

Air France: A Minutely Review

Airlines

January 20, 2013 | Travel

From Paris to Beirut: Air France Business Class on Boeing 777-300 I am going to say it as it is. I don’t understand how people still travel with MEA on ‘Beirut-Paris’ and ‘Paris-Beirut’ route when the prices are the…

Have You Tried the Premium Economy Class: Paris-Beirut On-board Air France?

Airlines

January 19, 2013

Have You Tried the Premium Economy Class: Paris-Beirut On-board Air France?

Airlines

January 19, 2013 | Travel

Traveling in the Premium Economy cabin of Air France, you will enjoy additional space and superior comfort at a price suited to your personal and professional needs. At the airport and on board, Air France tries to provide everything you need to…

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Premium Economy Class On-Board AirFrance - Have You Tried It?

Airlines

January 19, 2013

Premium Economy Class On-Board AirFrance - Have You Tried It?

Airlines

January 19, 2013 | Travel

Have you tried the Premium Economy Class Yet: Beirut-Paris on board Air France? The Premium Economy on-board Air France flights has been integrated a couple of years ago as a mid range luxury service between the economy and business class. Travelers…

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From Paris to Beirut: Air France Business Class on Boeing 777-300

Airlines

January 06, 2013

From Paris to Beirut: Air France Business Class on Boeing 777-300

Airlines

January 06, 2013 | Travel

I am going to say it as it is. I don't understand how people still travel with MEA on 'Beirut-Paris' and 'Paris-Beirut' route when the prices are the same on-board Air France yet with a service that is 30 times better. Friendly and…

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From Paris to Beirut: Air France Business Class on Boeing 777-200

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January 06, 2013

From Paris to Beirut: Air France Business Class on Boeing 777-200

Airlines

January 06, 2013 | Travel

Recently, I have been travelling a great deal. I have tried different airlines until I rediscovered the Air France Business Class... The experience was great, and I think that Air France has its place as one of the top business classes of world…

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Tunis 2012: A Culinary Journey Full of Discoveries

Travel | Africa

December 12, 2012

Tunis 2012: A Culinary Journey Full of Discoveries

Travel

December 12, 2012 | Africa

Visiting a new country is a new journey, every city is a new discovery... Three days in Tunis, Carthage and Sidi Bou Said were surely not enough for me to live the complete Tunisian experience but it was enough to make me want to come back again…

Air France Medium Haul Business Class, Paris-Tunis

Airlines

December 10, 2012

Air France Medium Haul Business Class, Paris-Tunis

Airlines

December 10, 2012 | Travel

This winter in its medium-haul network, Air France introduces an inflight catering to its business travelers which has totally been revisited and inspired by its long-haul service, with an enhanced comfort in both Business and Premium Economy. But…

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Paris Charles de Gaulle, Terminal 2E, Hall L, Business Lounge

Airports | France

November 15, 2012

Paris Charles de Gaulle, Terminal 2E, Hall L, Business Lounge

Airports

November 15, 2012 | Contributors | France

I often research about the lounge I will be stopping at before getting there. It's always good to have an idea of what to expect before reaching my destination. I tried to do the same for Terminal 2E Lounge in Charles de Gaulle Airport but I was…

Contact Info: Charles de Gaulle Airport

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]

CDG: Air France Business Lounge Terminal 2C

Airports | France

October 09, 2012

CDG: Air France Business Lounge Terminal 2C

Airports

October 09, 2012 | Travel | France

Like the 2F we have been used to for the last couple of years, the 2C Business Lounge of The Charles De Gaulle Airport is the same but smaller giving it the feeling of more intimacy. Although, the 2C Terminal is much better than the very old 2F; the…

Contact Info: Charles de Gaulle Airport

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]

Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50

Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]

Skyteam Business Lounge: Heathrow Airport, London

Travel | UK

October 03, 2012

Skyteam Business Lounge: Heathrow Airport, London

Travel

October 03, 2012 | UK

...And my quest to discover all business lounges around the world continues discovering the best and most luxurious. After discovering London's greatest secrets, my last stop in the capital is Heathrow Airport - which is one of the busiest in…

The MEA Cedar Lounge, Beirut International Airport

Airports | Lebanon

September 16, 2012

The MEA Cedar Lounge, Beirut International Airport

Airports

September 16, 2012 | Travel | Lebanon

How many times have we criticized our country. How many times have we said negative things about our companies. How easy it is for us to say that we so far from being up to par to international standards. One such company often criticized is Middle…

Contact Info: Beirut International Airport

Phone Number: +961 1 628 000

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Phone Number: +961 1 628 000

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