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Explore the Cities with My Digital Travel Guides
When traveling to a new city, the first thing I usually do after arriving at my destination is to head to the Tourist Information Center and ask for the map of the city. However, this digital era has shifted the way I travel. There are various travel apps I use to plan my trips, but then, I rely on map apps to guide me through the destination. And in order to make your travels stress free, I teamed up with GPSmyCity to turn some of my best city guides into digital travel guide apps. What is a digital travel guide app? Imagine a scenario. You are a reader of my…
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What to do in Telavi – Day Trips From Tbilisi
Kakheti region, located on the east side of the country, is a popular destination for those who are looking for day trips from Tbilisi. The region is famous for its historical sights, wine, and natural wonders. I traveled with my parents to Kakheti and we did a small road trip. Therefore, here are my recommendations on what to do in Telavi and what landmarks to see around the capital. How to get to Telavi There are daily marshrutkas going from Tbilisi to Telavi from Isani metro station. However, if you are planning on using public transport, the best way is to share a taxi. You can find them near to…
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What to do in Sighnaghi – Day Trips from Tbilisi
Sighnaghi, a small town in the Kakheti region, makes a perfect spot for day trips from Tbilisi. With its narrow cobblestone streets, colorful houses, and wooden curved balconies, the town does attract many tourists. Situated on the steep hill, the town overlooks Alazani Valley with Caucasus mountain range on its background. And despite the fact that town is relatively small, here are my recommendations on things to do in Sighnaghi for a full day. How to Get to Sighnaghi Traveling from Tbilisi to Sighnaghi is not hard at all. There are daily minibusses, marshrutkas, going from Isani and Navtlughi bus stations every 2 hours – The first one leaves at…
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Things To Do In Batumi – Ultimate Guide to Adjara Sightseeing
Batumi is the main city of Adjara region and a jewel of the Black Sea coast. The city has undergone major development in the past decade or so, resulting in a bustling seaside resort full old and new architecture, luxury hotels, dining venues, and plenty of attractions. Due to the high number of international hotel chains and casinos, many call it the ‘Las Vegas of the Black Sea’. It’s the go-to summer destination for many locals and foreigners coming from neighboring countries. Here’s my travel guide with some of the best and free things to do in Batumi and Adjara in general. Download this guide as a mobile app Adjara…
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Things to do in Zugdidi, Georgia – Exploring Samegrelo Region
Samegrelo region, located in the west of Georgia, is known for its untouched natural beauty, fairy-tale-like castle, delicious cuisine, Black Sea coastal towns, and medieval ruin town to name a few. Things to do in Zugdidi, the capital of the region, is very limited but serves as a base town to explore the region or travel to Svaneti, one of the most remote mountainous region of the country. Download this guide as a mobile app How to get to Zugdidi Getting to Zugdidi from Tbilisi or from other towns of the country is no problem at all. There are daily marshrutkas and trains between the cities, so here are the…
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Sairme Resort – An Excellent Retreat You Didn’t Know About
Georgia is home to dozens of balneological and mineral water springs. Just like Borjomi or Likani, Sairme resort was a popular destination for many during the Soviet times. Today, it boasts with high standard hotels nested between coniferous and deciduous forests. This small townlet is a perfect getaway from Tbilisi for a weekend or as a day trip from Kutaisi. And besides relaxing in the spa, there are a couple of activities you can do to make your stay here even more enjoyable. What makes Sairme resort a special place Sairme resort, located in Bagdati Municipality, is about 245 km from Tbilisi and an hour drive from Kutaisi. It is…
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What to do in Kutaisi: The Ultimate 5-7 Day Itinerary
Kutaisi is one of the oldest towns both in Georgia and in the world. This former capital and the second largest city in the country is the main town in the Imereti region. Kutaisi is home to UNESCO World Heritage Sites, historical landmarks, beautiful churches, and cathedrals, and cultural sites to name a few. In this post, I’ll explain what to do in Kutaisi for 5-7 days, along with day trips from Kutaisi you’ll need to take. Download this guide as a mobile app Why you need to stay in Kutaisi for so many days Imereti region is known for its gorgeous nature that pleases your soul and eyes. Its…
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48 Hours in Borjomi: Useful Guide to Things you Need to Know
Borjomi is a small resort town in Georgia, known for its mineral water springs. In Soviet times, the resort was one of the most popular destinations for those with health problems. Today, it struggles to return its popularity with new high-class hotels and renovated infrastructure. So, here are my recommendations on top things to do in Borjomi in 48 hours. Download this guide as a mobile app How to get to Borjomi There are different ways to get to Borjomi – a minibus, train, and a car. If you are looking for the cheapest, yet the fastest option, minibus should be your choice. From Tbilisi to Borjomi you can catch…
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How to Spend a Weekend in Gori, Georgia
Gori is the central city of Shida Kartli region, located around 85 km from Tbilisi, the capital. It’s considered to be one of the oldest settlements in the country. The proximity of the town to the capital enables you to visit it as a day or two-day trip. There are limited things to do in Gori, but the main reason tourists go there is to explore the birthplace and the museum of the Soviet leader, Joseph Stalin and travel back in time while wandering the ancient Uplistsikhe cave town. Download this guide to your mobile as an app! How to get to Gori Getting to Gori is not a problem…
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Osprey Farpoint 55 Review
Having a good travel backpack is an essential part of traveling comfortably. My traveling habits have changed since my trip to South East Asia, where I carried a very uncomfortable backpack full of unnecessary and bulky items. When I did my research on what backpackers and digital nomads used, I came to brand Osprey. And I am glad I believed those reviews and bought one for me. Therefore, if you are searching for a good backpack, here’s Osprey Farpoint 55 review to help you decide which one to buy. The company is not a sponsor of this post, nor I am affiliated with the brand. This is my true and…
