Month of Travel: A Panorama From Beirut
It’s been a good year for the Media Guy Struggles. As the leading lifestyle media brand for those curious about the life of a modern (M)ad Man, the website is growing faster in unexpected ways. August marked the best month of all time for readership, advertising, and elevated Q ratings. To celebrate, I took to […]
Massaya: The Hidden Gem in Bekaa
When touring Lebanon, it would be easy to miss some of the finest wines and arak in the world. Here’s a hidden gem the Media Guy recommends for those with a discerning palette. Bekaa, Lebanon Ok, I hear you…the Bekaa Valley? The Middle East’s breeding ground for terrorism training and drug running? You want us […]
MGS Chat: Sir Tom Jones
He’s not unusual. In fact, for a man who saw Elvis eating deviled eggs on an exercise bike, he’s surprisingly normal. Sir Tom Jones talks exclusively to the Media Guy. The snake hips have gone, but the charm is all intact. Celebrated lothario, knight of the realm, Hollywood Walk of Famer… He’s clocked up more Vegas appearances than […]
World Travels: Beirut
LEBANON THROUGH THE EYE OF THE LENS The Watering Hole When I think of a watering hole, I don’t think of a bar— but rather a secluded and quiet place, with a little brook and a convenient tree to lean against. Of course, there is a peaceful and playful breeze gently blowing. It’s a retreat […]
World Portrait: Rebuilding Lovers
Beirut, Lebanon—The sun slowly burns upon the horizon, shaking the dew from the rock and sand. A couple stops after walking hand in hand through the night to watch the new construction in the outskirts of Beirut.
WORLD TRAVELS: Arches of the Middle East
Dubai When medieval powers ventured across the Middle East and into India in the East and all the way to Spain and Morocco in the West, this vast empire began to assimilate architectural styles from many traditions. The archway architecture was to become the most obvious symbol of the region, serving as a gateway to […]
