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Faraya-Mzaar Ski Resort

Kfardebian, Lebanon
(961-9) 341-034
Ranked #1 of 1 attractions in Kfardebian
4.0 of 5 stars 24 Reviews
Type: Ski/ Snowboard Areas
Activities: Skiing
Traveller Description:   Mzaar (ex Faraya Mzaar) is the largest ski resort in Lebanon and the Middle East. Mzaar is located in Kfardebian village in the Mount Lebanon... more »
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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16 reviews 16 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2012

Nice ski ressort in the Middle East but small, unorganise, they do not accept credit card so bring cash with you. Do not stay at the first ski lifts, they are vy busy not the other ones!

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beirut
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34 reviews 34 reviews
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 May 2012

faraya is a skiing resort in winter with slopes that follow the international ruelsbut also you can enjoy it in summe,r where you can hike it is is full of restaurants ,where you can spend a whole day

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Beirut, Lebanon
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4 reviews 4 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 April 2012

a weekend at Mzaar Ski Resort is always the best for all of us in the family. in the old days i would skip school and college just for a day skiing there, its a 45min drive from the city, very easy access, and people are very friendly. if you're planning a day trip or a weekend, dont forget to... More

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Kuwait
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24 reviews 24 reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 April 2012

If you like skiinig try it in Lebanon, Faraya. It is a perfect place for people from the Middle East. You don't have to go to Europe to enjoy seeing snow all around the mountains. Why not take the Cable chairs to the top and ski downhill in this lovely place. If not interested in sport, then have a cup... More

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Doha, Qatar
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13 reviews 13 reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 March 2012 via mobile
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If you don't stay within a few meters of the ski slopes, know that it will be a challenge especially in high season (we went during a Feb midterm break). No ski lockers, very long 'qeues' at skilifts with skiers bumping into each other and jumping qeues, challenge to drive in heavy snow conditions, and difficult to arrange and rely... More

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Dubai
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81 reviews 81 reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
44 helpful votes 44 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 March 2012

We came from Dubai for a 3-day week-end with the intention to enjoy the snow and skiing. Our experience was successful beyond expectations. The ski resort is perfect for experienced skiers as well as for beginners: we explored the whole resort from Warde sector to Mzaar Cimes (peak) through the so-called Junction sector. We went skiing off-piste without any trouble.... More

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Riyadh
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012

Liked - General ambience and atmosphere of the resort. The general maintenance and conditioning of the slopes. Disliked- Lifts shut down too early (3.15pm on weekdays). Traffic to lifts can become hectic if you leave it too late.

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Kuwait City, Kuwait
2 reviews
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2012

Mediocre facilities but great value skiing, heaps of blue and red runs for the intermediate to advanced skier and some awesome black runs that can be a little wild for even some expert skiers. A very busy day if you want to get around all the mountain runs.

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Sydney
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 February 2012

too much peolpe around.. dont go on weekends, thrusday or friday is good.

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Doha, Qatar
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2012
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They couldn't manage to get the slopes running for 4 1/2 days after a large snowstorm. And when the place is open, it's far too crowded with skiers who have no regard for anyone else--my daughter had her skiing cut short after being injured by a careless ski instructor who ran over her and didn't bother to come back and... More

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