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- On trips out of Tripoli or Benghazi , travelers will be allowed to leave some belongings at a secure site and travel with a light day-pack. Most side trips (especially to archaeological sites) will require physical stamina and ability to stay on one's feet for up to 5 hours. Bring appropriate footwear for desert climates.
- Hotels have business centers for sending faxes or e-mail to the U.S. Internet cafes can also found in Tripoli and Benghazi . If desired, tour members can make international calls from Libya using wireless cell phones.
- Travelers will be able to purchase bottled water (with sealed caps) at all locations. We will supply bottled water during mini-bus trips.
- In January, temperatures in the desert can reach 100°F. At night, temperatures cool rapidly. Rain is possible in coastal areas. Please bring appropriate clothing for these temperature extremes.
- Women should be dressed modestly, except when they are swimming. Long pants or skirts are acceptable. Foreign women are expecting to keep heads uncovered, except when in mosques or to protect themselves from sun.
- Because of a generally strong Libyan security presence, Americans can browse safely in the medinas (city centers) and souks (markets). When travelers choose to go out on such excursions, translators will be available (if needed).
- Except for air travel between Benghazi and Tripoli , travel on good roads will be by air-conditioned mini-bus. Four-wheel drive vehicles or camels may be briefly available in the desert areas.
- Travelers can purchase fresh 35mm film, batteries or DVD tape for video cameras at photography stores in Tripoli or Benghazi . In general, Libyan people do not mind being photographed, but photographers should avoid all military subjects or installations.
- Credit cards can only be used in a few large hotels in Tripoli .
- We offer the following services:
- Transfer from airports to hotels and from hotels to airports by modern bus or coach.
- 4X4-land cruiser vehicles (3 or 4 passengers in each vehicle) in the desert area.
- All lodging and portage charges at hotels.
- English-speaking local tour guides as needed in archeological sites.
- Entrance fees to sites and museums.
- Meals plan: Full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner) – picnics in remote areas.
- All taxes and services charges (not including tips, which are extra).
- Refreshment stops en route – coffee, tea or soft drinks.
- All costs for drivers, helpers and other staff.
- Sealed water bottles in coastal and desert area (not in cities).
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