Passengers often would like to scout everything before taking the decision to visit or entering any country, starting from their arrival airports, describing it inside out starting with their duty free, the overall airport facilities and lounges...etc.
OLBA would like to facilitate this information for their clients, and will introduce Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport from A to Z in order to make it easy to navigate through.
Beirut Rafic Hariri international Airport (BRHIA), is considered one of the best in the Middle East, it is known for its huge cigar humidor, high-end duty free shops as well as its selection of international franchises.
You will be greeted with an impressive metallic structure and high ceiling when you reach the departure or arrival areas, you can buy some snacks, packs of cigarettes or to exchange money for the trip before passing the first security checkpoint. You won't search for long as the screens will guide you along the way to any place you may need to visit inside the airport.
Beirut Duty Free is simple and easy to navigate through in less than an hour, one single alley of shops; divided clearly so you know where to head the minute you arrive, you can buy the most famous and prestigious products; electronics, cosmetics, perfumes, jewelry, cigars, tobacco, drinks, alcohol, sweets, nuts, accessories, watches, sunglasses, shoes, bags, artisanal crafts and Lebanese Souvenirs free of taxes. In addition to the giant humidor filled with Cuban and Dominican cigars like nowhere else on the earth, if you are looking for pure tastes, ask for visiting the vintage and premium stuff department.
In the commercial terminal there is 5 business lounges;
-          Two lounges owned by the Middle East Airlines (MEA); Cedar lounge to be used for MEA and sky team airliners, the other one for the other carriers handled by Middle East Ground handling (MEAG).  
-          Two business lounges owned by Lebanese Air transport, to be used by airliners that are using LAT for ground handling.
-          One business lounge owned by Qatar airways
Business class tickets owner will be able to use one of above lounges to spend their waiting time in luxurious seats while they are surfing free internet, eating and drinking in well ventilated, non-smoking, wide and vast lounges. special area for Smoking also is available outside the lounges.
Small praying separated rooms are available for Muslims and Christian inside the airport, Cafés, restaurants, limited internet accounts sellers are also available for economy tickets owners so they can rest and make the time of waiting pass smoothly.
It is recommended to buy your sweets, nuts, cigarettes and alcohol bottles from the duty free in the airport, as it is known for its high quality and it is cheaper than the same products available outside the airport.
All shops, cafes and restaurants are accepting Credit Cards payments, you can feel at home country and pay with your card, and even you can get cash from the ATM machines available in several corners in the airport.  
Lebanon is multicultural country, therefore there are no restrictions for any type of clothes, and you can feel free to wear your most comfortable clothes you like. And keep in mind that foreigners may have to fill some general security information cards. So please make sure to have a pen to use it frequently if needed.
At the airport you can find several taxi companies that can help you reach your destination promptly, just select your preferred taxi company and pay them the transportation fees to start your journey in Lebanon. You may find a public taxies waiting outside the airports, but it is not recommended for safety reasons. Some passengers also prefer to use Uber or Careem for getting their rides from the airport to destination which is applicable in Lebanon. OLBA also can serve you and provide you with Car rental services or Luxuries VIP transportation upon request.
As you are looking for the most luxurious journey, OLBA can provide you with the most helpful meet and assist services inside and outside the airport, our team ensures you that you will be very happy with arrival or departure meet and assist services. In addition OLBA can offer luxurious VIP transportation and hotel booking that fit all budgets.
OLBA wish you to have the most enjoyable journey in your second country Lebanon, and looking forward to serving you soon.