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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…
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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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14 Awesome Books to Trigger Your Love for Travel
We all read books at some point during our busy lives. I won’t start explaining how important reading books are for the development of our minds, creativity, and personality. We all know that, right? So instead, me and other travel blogger compiled a list of best travel books to spark your love for travel or to enjoy a good book during your summer or winter vacations. Best Travel Books to Encourage You to Travel More Get 15% discount on your first purchase at ThriftBooks.com Shantaram I have heard about Shantaram from my ex-colleague Ruska, who also got a recommendation to read it by a friend. I managed to get an…
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Trip Planning Made Easy: Sygic Travel App [Review]
There are tons of apps to help you with planning your travels to a new destination. Even though I like to do all my planning sitting by the computer, sometimes mobile apps are more convenient as it features everything you need to know. In this post, I will show you one of my new discoveries – Sygic Travel App, which will not only show you all the important locations of the new destination but also help you out with your travel itinerary. And the beauty of the app is that you can do everything on the desktop too. Why download Sygic Travel App Sygic Travel App is available for Android…
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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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Best Free Travel Apps I Use When Traveling
Internet and smartphones did change the way we plan our next vacation and travel. Let’s face it – who needs travel agents and agencies when you can do all of this on your own and even save up some money. I know how travel planning can be exhausting for some, but it can be a lot of fun once you get a hang of it. And to make this process somewhat comfortable and less painful for you, I have decided to show you several free travel apps I use on the road. Best Free travel apps I don’t travel without This post is a mixture of those apps that both…
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What to See and Do in Odessa, Ukraine
Ukraine’s third most populated city, Odessa is a favorite seaside destination for locals and its neighboring countries. Often called the “pearl of the Black Sea”, there are many interesting things to do in Odessa. Rich in history and culture, every traveler can find something of their taste. Before Odessa was established as a city, it used to be an ancient Greek settlement. And its name comes from a Greek city of Odessos, which was wrongly thought to have been placed here. Russian Empire’s queen, Catherine the Great declared to set the city of Odessa in 1794. After Moscow, Warsaw, and Saint Petersburg, Odessa used to be the fourth largest city of the Russian…
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13 Free and 6 Cheap Things to Do in Budapest
Hungary’s capital Budapest is the most populous city in the country and one of the largest in the European Union. In 1873 it became one single city occupying both banks of the Danube River and unified Hungary’s former cities Buda, Óbuda, and Pest. Therefore, if you’re looking for fun free things to do in Budapest while traveling on a budget, this post will definitely come in handy. Free Things to Do in Budapest Granted with UNESCO World Heritage Site status, Budapest for many is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe. It mixes its fascinating history with a bright, laid-back modern artistic style. Budapest attractions can vary from historic and iconic sites, museums,…
