Most mini markets and drugstores offer local phone calls at a rate of LL1,000 -LL 5,000 depending on the duration of the call. While there still only a few public post boxes in Lebanon, the mail delivery service has improved with the recently privatized postal service known as Liban Post. Credit Cards Major credit cards are accepted in most hotels, restaurants and shops. Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Diner's Club International are recognized, along with local credit cards such as Investment Credit Card, Cashless Card and Link. Fares for short trips are about LL1,500 while longer trips from city to city range between LL5,000 and 15,000 depending on the distance.
Private taxis are also available at fixed prices.
Several buses also run within and between cities. Lebanese taxis are comfortable and reasonably priced. No vaccinations are required for entry into Lebanon. Lebanon's medical services are very modern, with most doctors speaking French or English. The private hospitals are generally the best, but more expensive, so insurance should be taken out by all visitors.