Delta Airlines Business Class Experience
Airlines
June 17, 2018
| Recommended
Not the first time onboard Delta but feeling the excitement as of it was the first. I enjoy their leather seats, fluffy pillows and thick bed covers, the Tumi box of amenities and the diverse menu of delicious food prepared by no other than the Dany…
The Airbus A380 Connects Paris and New York: AirFrance’s Culinary Experience
Airlines
June 12, 2018
| Travel
Second time onboard the gigantic Airbus A380, seated on the upper deck, I was excited to watch a movie, relax for the next seven hours and most importantly enjoy one of the finest food served onboard a plane. Known for their culinary know-how and…
Contact Info:
AirFrance
Address: https://www.airfrance.com.lb [ view ]
Address: https://www.airfrance.com.lb [ view ]
2nd Day Trip to Armenia (Extended Version Video)
Mechwar Videos
June 12, 2018
| Travel
NoGarlicNoOnions Trip to Armenia:Day 2 (extended version video)
Geghard Monastery, Garni Temple, Victory Park, staue of Mother Armenia, Megeryan Carpet Factory.
1st Day Trip to Armenia (Extended Version Video)
Mechwar Videos
June 05, 2018
| Travel
Day 1 from NoGarlicNoOnions Trip to Armenia (extended version video)Dilijan, Goshavank Monastery, "Flying Ostrich" restaurant by Dolmama, Lake Sevan, Sevanavank Monastery, "3 Jugs" sand-fire coffee making.
We would like to express our sincere…
One Week in Armenia: Land of Great People and Endless Discoveries
Mechwar Videos
May 27, 2018
| News
After spending the week in Armenia, all I can tell you is that I’ll be coming back soon. Land of beauty, greenery and breathtaking sceneries, Armenia made me fall in love with its food and great people.
It started on the road...
For…
Schiphol Airport Amsterdam; Terminal 2
Airports
May 14, 2018
| Travel
| Holland
Every time I visit this airport I wish KLM has direct flights to Beirut. Schiphol has positive vibes, a great choice of shopping, amazing food choices and is built to impress. Different from other European airports, and in spite of its load of…
British Airways; Experiencing All Classes in One Trip
Airlines
May 13, 2018
| Reviews
British Airways, a famous airline with a complicated service -if I may call it, because of the excess security measures, seat choices and boarding procedures among others. Professional is the least that can be said with a priority called; “the…
No Garlic No Onions discovering Armenia’s hidden tasty corners
News
May 09, 2018
| Press
PanARMENIAN.Net - The team of No Garlic No Onions, Lebanon’s leading hospitality and travel portal, is currently in Armenia with a mission to discover the country’s tasty corners.
“We have been in Armenia for seven days now…
Economy Class Onboard Emirates Airlines
Airlines
It’s the service, the attention, and the food but most importantly the relaxing seats with enough legroom to put your legs one on top of the other. With its large screen, electrical plug and USB charger, Emirates economy is close to the…
Flying Qatar Airways From Beirut to Muscat Oman and Back: Experiencing Two Classes
Airlines
April 29, 2018
| Recommended
| GCC
Even though I flew Qatar Airways in the past, it came to my attention that no review was published on NoGarlicNoOnions yet; flying from Beirut to Muscat-Oman through Doha, it was time to write my first review. Economy from Beirut to Doha,…
9 city skylines visualised inside their signature drinks
Coffee, Wine & Drinks
April 26, 2018
| News
The world’s great cities are associated with many things, but one of the best ways to enjoy them? Try their signature drink. From powerful and intoxicating concoctions to more laid-back cocktails, these drinks tend to reflect the culture and…
The Life Hotel; Manhattan, New York City
Hotels
April 10, 2018
| Reviews
| USA
With a bar and a gourmet restaurant, Life is an affordable hotel located in the heart of the action, behind the Empire State Building and walking distance from Flatiron. Life proposes wide rooms, a super speedy complimentary internet connection, and…
Contact Info:
Life Hotel
Phone Number: +1 212-615-9900
Address: 19 W 31st St, New York, NY 10001, USA [ view ]
Phone Number: +1 212-615-9900
Address: 19 W 31st St, New York, NY 10001, USA [ view ]
Muscat’s Airport Beautiful Primeclass Business Lounge
Airports
With its high ceiling and long glass facades, Muscat’s business lounge is an impressive masterpiece where luxury and style blend together. It looks and feels like the reception of a five stars hotel, spread on hundreds of square meters and…
The New, State of The Art, Muscat International Airport is Now Open; The First Pictures
Airports
I say "state of the art" because it really is one of the most beautiful airports I’ve been to; open for only five days, I had the honor, the pleasure and the chance to be one of the few to experience this fantastic structure built with style,…
24 Hours Elsewhere: A Traditional Day in 11 Different Parts of the World
Travel
March 30, 2018
One of the most exciting parts of traveling is experiencing different countries and cultures. But sometimes it’s easy to forget that this doesn’t just mean the big-ticket monuments and sites – traditional ways of life can be just…
Ghabat el Ozor, Akkar: One of Lebanon's Most Beautiful Places
Travel
March 17, 2018
| Lebanon
(Lebanon Untravelled) The largest of Lebanon forest, Kamouha forest stretches from Fnaideq to Akkar el Atika in the caza of Akkar . Kamouaa is considered as the largest forest in the middle east.
The surrounding heights rise to 2,454 meters of…
The Movenpick Media City; Some Hotels Should be Avoided
Hotels
March 08, 2018
| Reviews
| Middle East
When you book with a brand, you expect a minimum standard, the least of professionalism, attention, and service. When you arrive at a hotel with a broken sign, a lobby older than my grandpa’s age, an untrained staff and a restaurant with a…
Contact Info:
Mövenpick Hotel & Casino Cairo-Media City
Phone Number: +20 2 38555001
Address: Wahat Road, opposite to El Hay El Motamayez, Giza, Giza Governorate 12451, Egypt [ view ]
Phone Number: +20 2 38555001
Address: Wahat Road, opposite to El Hay El Motamayez, Giza, Giza Governorate 12451, Egypt [ view ]
Cairo International Airport, Terminal 2
Airports
March 08, 2018
| Travel
| Middle East
After long years of waiting, Cairo’s Terminal 2 is now open. If you had the chance to discover Cairo’s Terminal 1 you’ll understand how great this news is! Very old and dirty with a tiny lounge area and a mediocre duty-free, it was…
Munich Airport and Lufthansa Start Testing of Humanoid Robot in Terminal 2
Airports
February 15, 2018
| Travel
| Europe
"Josie Pepper" to provide information to passengers
She is 120 centimeters tall, with sparkling, round eyes and a pleasant voice: Starting today, "Josie Pepper" the robot will be answering questions for passengers in Terminal 2. Whether…
Hotel Cervetta 5 Modena: Bizarre and Not Relaxing
Hotels
January 31, 2018
| Travel
| Europe
Why would someone use a dark decor with dimmed yellow lights for a hotel; a dark and small lobby looking like a church, closed windows, all lights put off; unfortunately this place feels like a haunted house. The first impression was bizarre and…
Minimalist Travel Posters: 14 destinations in Five Seconds
News
January 23, 2018
| Travel
Planning your next vacation is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. Where do you go first, what should you eat and which photo spot should you definitely not miss? We’ve put together a whistlestop tour of 14 of the world’s most…
For $8,000: Sleep Underwater with 65,000 Marine Animals
Hotels
Immerse yourself in wonder, and experience the intimate and romantic atmosphere of Poseidon and Neptune Underwater Suites. When in your life can you say that your hotel room had a floor to ceiling window looking directly into a Lagoon with 65,000…
Mapping the Planet, Spreading Happiness... From Lebanon to the World (Drone Views and Beauties)
Travel
January 07, 2018
This is the Lebanon... As Not Seen on Television!
This is Akkar!
Mechwar Videos
December 24, 2017
| Travel
| Lebanon
Akkar Governorate (Arabic: محافظة عكار) is the northernmost governorate of Lebanon. It comprises the single district of Akkar, which in turn is subdivided into 121 municipalities. The capital is at Halba. It covers an area of…
Visit Akkar; The Most Beautiful Sceneries in Lebanon
Mechwar Videos
December 24, 2017
| Popular
| Lebanon
Akkar District (Arabic: محافظة عكار) is the only district in Akkar Governorate, Lebanon. It is coextensive with the governorate and covers an area of 788 km2. The UNHCR estimated the population of the district to be 389,899 in…
MECHWAR: Lebanon Through the Eyes of a Curious Foodie!
Mechwar Videos
December 21, 2017
| Popular
| Middle East
Lebanon through the eyes of a passionate and curious foodie!
Mechwar: A popular television segment on MTV Lebanon, Mechwar takes the form of a 20-minute show that takes viewers across Lebanon. The audience delves into hidden gems, unknown…
Flying AirFrance from Beirut to Paris in Business Class: I Love the Experience Not the Food!
Airlines
November 13, 2017
| Travel
When you Tavel a lot, you tend to forget when was the last time you wrote a review about your favorite airline. Since the first revamped business class to Beirut review and the “cabin Best”, several other detailed reviews have followed.…
Contact Info:
AirFrance
Address: https://www.airfrance.com.lb [ view ]
Address: https://www.airfrance.com.lb [ view ]
I Love this Place: Charles de Gaulle Airport, Terminal E, Lounge M
Airports
October 25, 2017
| Travel
| France
In the heart of the terminal a revolving door opens to a long corridor. Excitement arose in a dimmed lit space, just right before the large lounge opens up to your eyes. It was 8am when I arrived; the sun was rising over the horizon painting lines…
Contact Info:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50
Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]
Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50
Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]
Salt: A Gourmet Experience at the Airport
Airports
October 18, 2017
| International Cuisine
| Lebanon
One would never imagine eating gourmet food at an airport especially in Beirut. How great would it be to enjoy a real airy croissant made from real butter, a crunchy sandwich baked the same morning and stuffed with the finest of ingredients, a piece…
Contact Info:
Beirut International Airport
Phone Number: +961 1 628 000
Address: مطار بيروت رفيق الحريري الدولي [ view ]
Phone Number: +961 1 628 000
Address: مطار بيروت رفيق الحريري الدولي [ view ]
Paris Charles de Gaulle, Terminal 2E, Hall K, Business Lounge
Airports
October 15, 2017
| Travel
| France
After reviewing the business lounge of "Hall L" at Paris Charles de Gaulle airport, I had the chance to experience what "Hall K" of terminal E has to offer. I personally preferred this one. K Lounge oozes the same Air France spirit which is…
Contact Info:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50
Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]
Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50
Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]
The Lebanese Mezze Table: Much More Than Food, A Social Gathering!
Mechwar Videos
September 30, 2017
| News
| Middle East
Meze or mezze is a selection of small dishes served to accompany alcoholic drinks in the Near East, the Balkans, and parts of Central Asia. In Levantine, Caucasian, and Balkan cuisines, meze is often served at the beginning of multi-course…
Central Bar: Sushi and Draft Beer at Larnaca Airport
Airports
September 16, 2017
| Restaurants
| Europe
Located in the heart of Larnaca airport's international terminal, Central Bar is known for its sushi and wide selection of draft beers - Guinness, Carlsberg, Keo, Estrella, Magners, Leon and Peroni among others.
In the heart of the action…
It's Not New York... It's Beirut!
A7la Balad Bel 3alam
September 12, 2017
| Mechwar Videos
| Lebanon
Beautiful Beirut as seen from above!
Beirut is the capital and largest city of Lebanon. Population census of 2007 estimates ranged from slightly more than 1 million to slightly less than 2 million as part of Greater Beirut.…
To Vathi, a Piece of Paradise Hidden on The Greek Islands
Fish & Seafood | Europe
September 07, 2017
To Vathi, a Piece of Paradise Hidden on The Greek Islands
Fish & Seafood
September 07, 2017
| Restaurants
| Europe
Vathi is a small, beautiful fishing harbour on the west coast of the Methana peninsula. It is a very peaceful hamlet set in spectacular surroundings at the bottom of a volcano - which, for the energetic types, can be climbed! There are also the…
Transavia Lands in Beirut for the First Time
Airlines
September 04, 2017
| Airports
The low-cost airline of the Air France-KLM group will operate service to Beirut, the Lebanese capital from Paris Orly Airport as of September 4, with 3 weekly flights. Therefore, Beirut would be the 5th new destination added for this summer by the…
The New "NoGarlicNoOnions" Application, Now for Android and iPhone
News
September 03, 2017
| Popular
Add some flavour to your iPhones and Androids with NGNO's new App now available on the Apple Store. Yes, you heard right... we're now available on App Store, download our app free of charge and have us right under your fingertips, anytime,…
Arctic Bath: An All Year Bath and Sauna Experience
News
July 16, 2017
A new international attraction in Harads, Swedish Lapland is in plan for 2018. Arctic Bath will be a year round attraction, summertime free-floating and wintertime frozen on Luleriver.
Behind the project is Arctic Bath AB; Per Anders Eriksson,…
La Gomme à Mâcher: Air France's Inflight Exclusive Gum
News
July 13, 2017
As all travellers know, take-off and landing can sometimes cause pain in the ears. The cabin pressure varies and can block passengers' ears. The chewing action is enough to balance this internal ear pressure and make the travel experience more…
Contact Info:
AirFrance
Address: https://www.airfrance.com.lb [ view ]
Address: https://www.airfrance.com.lb [ view ]
Travelling South America: What to expect
News
July 07, 2017
| Spotted Stories
It’s safe to say South America is perhaps the most beautiful continent in the world. With an abundance of rich scenery and cultural value to be experienced, you shouldn’t hesitate to begin exploring its vast tropics and bustling cities.…
Milou: Having Fun from Paris to Beirut in Business Class
Airlines
June 26, 2017
| Airports
I look nice, fresh and sexy, I'm white and clean, I'm fun and always smiley... I'm probably the world's most famous dog bringing smiles and happiness to people for the last couple decades. I've been to the moon and back, discovered the planet's most…
Visa Requirements for Lebanese Citizens: You Can Now Travel to Qatar
Travel
June 23, 2017
After years of partial ban by the government of Qatar, Lebanese do not require pre-authorization anymore. Below is a list of countries Lebanese citizens can visit without a visa compiled by Wikipedia.
Visa requirements for citizens of the…
Pick a City and Let NoGarlicNoOnions' Reviews Guide You...
News
June 20, 2017
| Popular
On this date back in 2012, NoGarlicNoOnions, the restaurant reviews blog saw the light... five years later, The Discovery Box, Mechwar TV Show, The Foodies' Trail, Souk el Mawasem and Souk el Akel... thank you for believing in our mission! With more…
CDG Airport: Shower After a Long Flight
Airports
June 17, 2017
| Travel
| France
Passing through Charles de Gaulle Airport coming from a long flight you can now have an enjoyable and refreshing shower at Terminal 2E. A clean towel wrapped in nylon and a loaded kit of amenities will be given to you so you don't have to get your…
Contact Info:
Charles de Gaulle Airport
Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50
Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]
Phone Number: +33 1 70 36 39 50
Address: 95700 Roissy-en-France, France [ view ]
Mama Shelter: Your Unconventional Stay in Paris
Hotels
June 08, 2017
| Reviews
| France
I heard a lot about Mama Shelter which opened several locations around the world including Rio, Bordeaux, Paris and and Los Angeles, Marseille and Lyon. Everyone says that Mama Shelter is a special hotel, that's why I had to put it on my list.…
Contact Info:
Mama Shelter Paris
Phone Number: +33 1 43 48 48 48
Address: 109 Rue de Bagnolet, 75020 Paris, France [ view ]
Phone Number: +33 1 43 48 48 48
Address: 109 Rue de Bagnolet, 75020 Paris, France [ view ]
Autoclick: Cheap but Unprofessional Car Rental at CDG Airport
Airports
June 01, 2017
| Travel
| France
When you read on their website about the best customer service ever... you really expect the best. Googling about a car to rent at CDG I was led to Autoclick which seems to be a very unprofessional company where customer service is the least of…
The Drive-Through Zoo of Thoiry
Travel
May 23, 2017
| Europe
The Château of Thoiry is a 150-hectare castle, zoo and botanical garden that was opened to the public in 1965 in the village of Thoiry, France, with gardens and a zoological park. Located about 48 km due west of Paris, it is best visited…
A Space Traveler’s Guide to the Universe
News
April 10, 2017
| Travel
The one thing that unites the world of travel is the desire for fresh color and new experiences. With Tesla billionaire Elon Musk among a handful of entrepreneurs hoping to make space tourism a big deal over the next couple of decades,…
Lebanon's Best Food Spotted: 17 Cities, 24 Treasures!
Popular
April 10, 2017
| Recommended
| Middle East
This is a story of a country told through its magnificent food. It's a land called Lebanon where food plays a major role in uniting its citizens. For hundreds of years, traditional specialities have made some villages and cities famous for their…
Emirates’ Laptop and Tablet Ban to US Solved
News
April 08, 2017
Emirates has introduced another service to mitigate the inconvenience of the recent ban on electronic devices on board US-bound flights. Beginning today, First and Business Class passengers will be able to borrow tablets on board Emirates’…
A Night Out in 31 Countries
News
April 07, 2017
| Spotted Stories
Across the world our culture, language, and practices can vary dramatically. There is one thing however we all have in common; we all like to eat and drink.
But how much we eat, what time we eat, and what we use to eat… where do the…