Soe Libya

A Journey back in Time

Today Libya does not boast of a reputation that is welcoming. The last five decades may have seen it fall into a pit that was of its own making. And now the country is slowly trying to shed its infamous past behind as it moves forward to a new chapter. Before this unhappy state of events came to pass, Libya was an extension of the cradle of civilisation as we know it today. No wonder that the Romans, Arabs and Ottomans found it worthy of plunder and conquering.

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Libay - Off Bounds for Now

In late 2011 the advice of any travel agent, as well as the official advice of the UK government, is: Don’t try to travel to Libya for your holidays! It can’t have escaped your notice that the country is still in the grip of civil war, with the former rebels but now internationally recognised Transitional Authority fighting the former government forces still loyal to Colonel Gadaffi. While peace and stability have returned to some parts of the country, other areas, particularly in Gadaffi’s tribal homelands, still see vicious fighting.

So, at the moment, don’t even think of going! But perhaps this enforced gap that stops people visiting Libya for holidays gives keen travellers the chance to sit back and consider what they would like to see in the country once it returns to normal and it is safe for tourists.

This might take some time - one of the major problems with tidying up in modern war zones is the ongoing dangers from unexploded bombs and other missiles, and the fact that landmines can lie around undetected until someone steps on one.

Already Libya is experiencing these horrors with hapless children losing limbs or their lives when they try to play on former battlefields.

But looking to the future. If you send off for tourist DVDs about Libya, the first thing you will notice on the DVD Packaging is stunning pictures of the country’s history. Roman remains, early Arab remains, and buildings from the Ottoman Empire period will delight everyone who likes to explore the past, while the golden sands of Libya’s Mediterranean coastline will attract the more indolent holiday maker.

a great experience once the fighting is over

With great potential wealth from oil, Libya’s cities will also offer a great experience to visitors once all the horror and the fighting is over. For everyone’s sake, let’s hope that happens soon and that the Libyan people can get back to welcoming visitors.

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Conditions and conveniences in the hotel:

Kalina hotel has 49 beds in 17 double, 5 luxurious rooms and five apartments. The restaurant (80 places) has a summer garden and a barbeque in summer. A conference hall with 30 places, a day bar with 40 places, sauna and parking are available to visitors.

About the resort:

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