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Local’s Guide to the Best Restaurants in Tbilisi For Georgian Cuisine
Georgian cuisine is very diverse, much like its landscape. Every region here has a unique meal authentic to that area. When it comes to the capital, you can find some great restaurants in Tbilisi to try them without leaving the city. While there are plenty of suggestions on the internet on the best restaurants in Tbilisi, I decided to share some of my favorite ones I like to go when craving some contemporary or traditional Georgian food. Note: This isn’t the full list of my personal favorites as I have to visit again and double-check some of them, so I will definitely add more venues as we go 🙂 Every…
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45 + Best Places to Visit in Georgia (Country)
Georgia is the country of various landscapes – mountains, deserts, canyons, gorgeous lakes, and many more. Traveling to this jewel of the Caucasus will keep you amazed at every region. While the capital, Tbilisi, the little town of Mtskheta, the remote mountainous region of Svaneti, and the seaside resort Batumi, are some of the main attractions of the country for tourists, Georgia has much more to explore. And this post is dedicated to right that, showing you not only some of the famous and best places to visit in Georgia but also it’s lesser-known destinations that lack many tourists and are kept unspoiled. Where is Georgia Before we talk about…
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27 Georgian Travel Bloggers You Need to Follow on Instagram
Travel blogging is still a new thing in Georgia. However, those who’d love to share their love of the country, do emerge every day like mushrooms after a rainy day. Some of them do have active blogs, while some promote Georgia and other countries they travel to through their Instagram profiles. And in order to inspire you to visit this tiny country, I present some of the best Georgian travel bloggers with their amazing Instagram profiles. Georgian travel bloggers and photographers to follow on Instagram Instagram is a great tool to get travel inspiration from. When planning my travels in any country, I love to look at some of the…
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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 the…
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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 carved balconies, the town does attract many tourists. Situated on the steep hill, the town overlooks Alazani Valley with a 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…
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Things To Do In Batumi – Ultimate Guide to Adjara Sightseeing
Batumi is the main city of the 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…
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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 ancient 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 regions 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 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 considered…
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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 mountainous…
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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 the 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…
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Urbanare – First Apartment Space in Tbilisi
Tbilisi hides some interesting hidden gems in its ragged buildings and streets. This post will tell you about a new venue – Urbanare, the first apartment space in town where you can learn so much more about the country’s capital, than anywhere else. So keep on reading! What’s Urbanare and why you should visit it Created by the passion of two friends Ana Ramazashvili and Data Tchigholashvili, both former colleagues, and anthropologists, Urbanare is a space to show Tbilisi from a different, their own, local perspective, “as most of the touristic places kind of look the same”. As both of them had worked on many projects around the theme of…
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Top 18 Cheap European Holidays to Plan Your Summer
I like to start planning my travels at least six months or even a year ahead. Summer months are considered as high season in most of the countries, especially in Europe. Therefore, plan at least a year ahead to make your vacation as budget-friendly as possible is very important. And to give you lots of options for your cheap European holidays, I collaborated with my fellow travel bloggers. Cheap European Holidays in Eastern Europe 1. Albania – Travels of a Bookpacker Albania is the perfect budget-friendly summer destination due to its cheap prices, stunning beaches and free and affordable activities. Food and accommodation are very affordable in Albania. There is…
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Welcome to Georgia Musical – A fascinating show to see in Tbilisi [Review]
Since March 2018, Georgia has added one more theatrical show to its cultural calendar tailored specifically towards the tourists. The show is perfect for those who are short in time and can’t explore the country, its customs, and traditions. Welcome to Georgia Musical has it all, Georgian dances, songs, and cultural aspects are shown with humor and joy. However, don’t be discouraged if you are not a big fan of the musicals, as it’s not quite that. It simply shows what happens when you are invited in Georgian family when each and every person tries to make you as comfortable as they can, which might even turn into a bit…
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Exploring one of the biggest cave towns in Georgia
Despite the fact that Georgia is a relatively small country, it is quite diverse offering unique sites to its visitors. Famous for breathtaking nature, historical sights, medieval defense towers, and tasty cuisine, the country has something to offer to any type of the traveler. If some of you are keen on discovering unusual sites, then visiting caves in Georgia should be on your bucket list. There are several cave towns in Georgia from which Vardzia is the biggest, majestic, and simply amazing. A small history lesson about Vardzia caves In the late 1100s, Georgia was withstanding the aggression of the Mongols, one of the most destructive powers Europe has seen. Queen Tamar,…
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La Boheme – Authentic Mediterranean Cuisine
Tbilisi has its fair share of restaurants serving international cuisine. Here, you can easily find Asian, Chinese, Russian, Lebanese, and Japanese restaurants, but until October last year, there was none which focused only on the Mediterranean. Yes, there are venues that serve some of the meals from the cuisine, but none of them were oriented in it. La Boheme restaurant, located at Abashidze str. might look fancy and expensive from the outside, but don’t let the looks deceive you. The design is fancy, with flower decorations all over the place, but it’s not expensive. The prices here are on average and worth every penny! What makes La Boheme so special? The venue is a…
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Fabrika Tbilisi: Fantastic and Inexpensive Hostel to Stay
Finding accommodation for your next trip can be quite exhausting. You need to check out sites, read the reviews and then decide which one you’d like to stay. And if you’re planning a trip to Tbilisi, you don’t need to look further – Fabrika Tbilisi Hostel is the most relaxed budget-friendly hostel I have stayed in so far. The Story Behind Fabrika Tbilisi There are hundreds of hostels in Tbilisi, but what distinguishes Fabrika from others is its vibe. Located at 8 Egnate Ninoshvili street, a couple of blocks away from subway stop Marjanishvili, the hostel used to be a sewing factory producing women’s clothes in Soviet Georgia. After the…
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Tusheti National Park: Georgia’s Most Charming Region
Tusheti, a small historic region located in eastern Georgia, lies on the northern slopes of the Caucasus Mountains and covers an area of 796 square km. The area is one of the most ecologically pure regions in the Caucasus. The extraordinary beauty of Tusheti National Park and it’s mountainous landscapes, architecture and castle-like inhabited buildings caught the attention of UNESCO who placed it on its World Heritage List in 2007. The region is bordered by the Russian republics of Dagestan from the East and Chechnya to the North. The area is 2,800 – 4,500 meters above the sea level, which means winter season for at least seven months. Spring comes late,…
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Joseph Stalin’s Secret Publishing House
In its raggedy streets a bit outside the city center, Tbilisi hides significant gems that visitors or sometimes even locals rarely see. One of them is Joseph Stalin’s Underground Printing House, often neglected from many travel guides. Secret and underground printing houses are not a new concept, and every big city has some, including Tbilisi. But what makes this one so unique is that it’s in a well. Yes, exactly in a well! Wonder how it was possible? I am glad you asked, keep on reading. The house is in Avlabari district, at Kaspi str. #7. You can take a subway to 300 Aragveli station and walk a couple of meters.…
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Top 23 Things to Do and See in Tbilisi
Tbilisi is my hometown, where I spent most of my life and currently reside in; well until I am comfortable enough to spread my wings, pack a backpack and hit the road. Georgia’s capital is getting more attention both from the media and travelers, who seek a wild nature, unique culture, ancient architecture mixed with modern buildings and a distinctive cuisine. And even though it is a relatively small city, there are plenty of things to do in Tbilisi. Tbilisi’s narrow lanes mirror its complicated history of a Persian or Russian rule. The impact of each invasion is still present today, and you can see it while wandering around the…
