Gurus of globetrotting

In today’s global economy, it is imperative for multinationals and large corporations to develop and maintain an international market to remain competitive. Whereas once upon a time that meant hefty periods of travel in any working calendar, today online meetings and virtual conference calls are beginning to replace the time and expense of travelling. But in Lebanon, where the internet connection leaves a lot to be desired, travelling is still really the only means to preserve relations with international clients, despite the cost.  Travel agencies in Lebanon have been quick to meet the demands of Lebanese businesses and multinationals that have offices in the country by establishing separate corporate travel divisions within their agenices to handle frequent travelers and corporate accounts. Today corporate travel divisions are an essential part of Lebanese travel agencies. Selim Boutros, corporate travel manager at Kurban Travel, says their corporate division constitutes 60 percent of the