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National Geographic has Lebanon third most exciting destination

National Geographic (NatGeo) has included Lebanon in its 2020 Traveller’s Cool List as one of the 20 most interesting destinations. Lebanon is the third in the list following Namibia and Baja (California). “Lebanon is back on the travel map, and its improved safety credentials are the catalyst,” said NatGeo. “The Foreign and Commonwealth Office lifted restrictions on travel to the country last year and UK travel companies are returning in droves,” it said. This insures that the country conserves its place as a touristic destination, according to , Head of the Tourism Committee at the Economic and Social Council. “Including the country in such lists will encourage foreign investments in the tourism infrastructure,” he said. YellowWood Adventures, Cox & Kings, Explore, and Undiscovered Destinations, are among the companies launching into or returning to Lebanon this year. ‘Travel the Unknown’ has tripled itineraries to include specialist tours to lesser-known sights. NatGeo mentioned the Bekaa Valley, as ‘home to a booming viticulture scene’, and Beirut capital as