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When you fly from Beirut to Washington with Qatar Airways, every detail is carefully designed to make your journey exceptional from the moment you board. Experience renowned hospitality as our attentive cabin crew welcomes you, ensuring you are well cared for throughout your flight. Step into a modern aircraft interior, where spacious seating and elegant design create a relaxing atmosphere. Settle in and explore Oryx One, our award-winning in-flight entertainment system, offering thousands of movies, TV shows and games. Whether you prefer a light snack or full-course meal, enjoy a menu of gourmet cuisine, freshly prepared and inspired by global flavours. With plush pillows, soft blankets and luxury amenity kits, you can rest in unmatched comfort and arrive feeling refreshed.
Beirut–Rafic Hariri International Airport offers a modern and efficient start to your journey. As a major transport hub for both passengers and cargo, you will find the ultra-modern terminal designed for your comfort and convenience.
When planning your departure, note that getting to the airport is easy. Regulated, official airport taxis will deliver you directly to the main terminal entrance. Alternatively, local buses stop at the airport roundabout, just a kilometre from the terminal building. If you are driving, short and long-term parking is available with 2,350 spaces, managed 24 hours a day.
Inside the terminal, you will find helpful staff and ample facilities. The main building connects the East Wing (gates 1–12) and the West Wing (gates 13–23). Qatar Airways passengers with premium tickets can enjoy the Cedar Lounge, situated on the third level, which offers a business centre and self-service cafeteria. Across the main terminal area, you can utilise services like banks, a post office, prayer rooms, a tourist information centre or enjoy shopping at the duty free shops, available once you have cleared immigration.
Washington D.C. is the epicentre of American history and government, offering a wealth of iconic monuments and world-class museums. This powerful capital city is the heart of the U.S., inviting you to explore its vast cultural and political landscape. You can easily discover the city's key sights along the expansive National Mall, 'America's Front Lawn', which stretches from the U.S. Capitol Building to the dignified Lincoln Memorial. The 59-hectare space is lined with the numerous, free-to-enter Smithsonian museums, which house phenomenal collections. You should visit the National Air and Space Museum to chronicle the history of flight, or journey through the vast array of specimens at the National Museum of Natural History.
Along the Mall, you will find the towering Washington Monument, a 555-foot obelisk honouring the nation's first president. Take time to reflect at the stirring war memorials, including the World War II Memorial, the Korean War Veterans Memorial and the poignant Vietnam Veterans Memorial. For political landmarks, view the White House, the official home of the President, and the majestic U.S. Capitol Building, home to Congress. The city’s distinct, beautiful architecture blends historic buildings with modern infrastructure, creating a truly unique metropolis. For a memorable experience, visiting the Tidal Basin, particularly during the beautiful annual cherry blossom season, is highly recommended. You can also explore the captivating and interactive exhibits at the popular International Spy Museum.
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