Resorts in the Middle East seem to have had a good start to the season. According to the Middle East Times, resorts in Turkey and Israel are doing well while mountains in  Lebanon, suffering from a lack of business because of the conflict in the region, are hoping to attract visitors disappointed with conditions in Europe. Check out the article - http://www.metimes.com/storyview.php?StoryID=20070109-061945-6141r