Syria Extends Government Office Hours from December 1
Syria sets official administrative government working hours at 8 AM–4 PM from December 1, 2026. Here is what travelers should know.
Damascus Airport Bus 2026: Fare, Timetable & Route
Damascus Airport bus from Baramkeh: 500 new SYP and 14 scheduled departures daily in the October 2026 timetable. Return times should be checked locally.
Lebanon Winter Time: Syria Is One Hour Ahead
Lebanon has moved to winter time, making Syria one hour ahead. Travelers from Beirut should check pickup, flight and border transfer times carefully.
Visiting Syria in Winter: Weather, Places and Travel Tips
What is Syria like in winter? Discover Damascus, Aleppo, snowy Maaloula, the Mediterranean coast and realistic routes, weather and travel tips.
Why One Restaurant Bill Can Start a Syrian Battle
Discover why Syrians fight to pay the restaurant bill, and what this funny ritual reveals about Syrian hospitality, generosity, and dining etiquette.
Packing for Syria: Allowed and Forbidden Items
Essential Syria packing rules for tourists: know allowed, restricted and forbidden items, including cash, medicine, electronics, drones, food and souvenirs now.
How to Book a Syria Tour Safely and Properly
Planning a trip to Syria? Read this first to avoid costly mistakes, book with confidence, and make sure your journey starts the right way.
One Perfect Day in Damascus: A Simple, Beautiful Walk
Only one day in Damascus? Museum, Hijaz Station, Hamidiyyeh, Umayyad Mosque, spices, Beit Jabri, Nofara, Naranj. Want an easy route? Follow the guide now.
The Complete List of Syria Tourist Attractions 2026
Explore major Syria attractions from Damascus and Aleppo to Palmyra, Bosra and coastal castles. Site histories and practical notes; verify current fees and opening hours.
Straight Street in Damascus Still Used After 2000 Years
Curious about the Bible’s Street Called Straight in Damascus? A 2,000-year, 1.5 km road still in use, shops, churches, nightlife. Read our guide now.