Economic recovery in Lebanon: The return of Gulf tourism restores hope in a promising summer season

With approaching The summer season in LebanonAttention is directed to the possibility The return of Gulf tourists After lifting the Emirati ban on travel, in a move that is essential to reviving the Lebanese economy, which has been crisis for years.

Lifting the Emirati ban restores hope for Lebanese tourism

In a wide welcome move, it was announced UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Canceling the ban on the travel of its citizens to LebanonWhich paves the way for the flow of Gulf tourists to Lebanese territory during the summer of 2025. This return is a positive indication that enhances confidence in Lebanon as a safe and attractive tourist destination In the Middle East.

The tourism sector is preparing for a great recovery

Start Lebanese hotels and restaurants Preparing to receive Gulf and expatriate visitors, with expectations of a noticeable rise in reservations and hotel work. Sarah, the owner of a restaurant in Al Hamra Street in BeirutAbout her optimism, saying:

“If the Gulf tourists return, we will return to work as we were. The summer season alone will suffice us for a full year.”

As for Hassan, a receptionist in a hotel, he pointed to the presence New reservations from the Gulf statesBut he stressed the need to improve Infrastructure, especially electricity.

Gulf tourism is a pillar to revive the Lebanese economy

The economist sees Munir Younis That is the return Gulf tourism to Lebanon It will reflect positively on several sectors, including:

• Hotels and restaurants
• Tourist areas and beaches
• Summer festivals
• Agriculture and food industries

He confirmed that Lebanese economy Urgent need for this support in the shadow Economic stagnation Chronic, calling for Tourist promotion campaigns In cooperation between the Ministry of Tourism and Hotels and airlines.

Challenges: labor and infrastructure

Despite the positivity, Yunus pointed to a repeated challenge in the tourism sector, which is Dependence on foreign labor.
He said:

“When the worker is Lebanese, the money remains in the country. This is necessary to stimulate the national economy.”

As for the level Tourist infrastructureIt is still Electricity, water and roads It is an obstacle to providing a complete tourism experience.

Real Estate Movement: Facilitated Indicators

In the same context, the real estate expert pointed out Tariq Al -Sayed So that many Gulf families still have real estate in LebanonEspecially in areas such as Alia, Bhamdoun and Suf. He stressed that their return during the summer may return some Movement to the real estate marketEspecially in seasonal rents and sales.

But he warned that the continuation Infrastructure services This momentum may be hidden, calling for improvement Electricity, road services and transportation In tourist areas.

A golden opportunity for Lebanon if I do well to exploit it

The return of Gulf tourism to Lebanon is formed An important economic opportunity It must be exploited via:

• Support for tourism investment
• Improving infrastructure
• Encouraging the use of the Lebanese labor
• Launching effective promotional campaigns

If Lebanon succeeds in seizing this opportunity, it may be able to restore its pioneering position as one of the most prominent Tourist destinations in the Middle EastAnd he returns to nicknamed again “Switzerland East”.