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One of a dozen gorges that branch off the Terek River into the mountainous Kazbegi National Park, the Juta Valley (Chaukhi Valley) is among Georgia‘s most popular hiking destinations. The thing that...
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Magic mountains, mirror-like mineral water pools, and the legendary Georgian Military Highway – the town of Kazbegi (Stepantsminda) is a gateway to some of Georgia’s most majestic landscapes. Kazbegi is a popular...
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Work from home, for some people, has become work from anywhere. Digital nomads, who travel the world working in different locations, have always been with us, but the lifestyle is becoming more...
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Food Forget Napa Valley and Tuscany. Here are 7 underrated wine regions I love visiting as a sommelier. Sarah May Grunwald 2024-07-28T11:19:02Z Share icon Share Facebook Icon Facebook Email icon Email Twitter...
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Everything you need to know about visiting Mount Khvamli, an easy day hike near Kutaisi, Georgia. When I first moved to Kutaisi in 2021, I had a perfect view of Khvamli Mountain’s...
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Looking for an easy Azerbaijan itinerary to see the best of the country in one week? This guide pulls together the best things to do in Azerbaijan for first-time visitors. Detailed transportation...
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‘Remote worker’ and ‘digital nomad’ are two trending buzzwords in the business world. Though it’s easy to clump them together, there are slight distinctions. A digital nomad is a remote worker who’s...
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The ultimate list of the best day trips from Kutaisi, Georgia by a Kutaisi expat – including popular day tours and alternative excursions, complete with transport info. With high mountains to the...
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There is a robust recovery in travel enthusiasm across Europe with demand fully rebounding to pre-pandemic levels according to a report by travel intelligence firm ForwardKeys. One of the key draws to...
Your one-stop guide to driving in Georgia in 2024 – including up-to-date information about road conditions, essential safety tips, and the ins and out of renting a car in Tbilisi. When I...
My complete 10-day itinerary for an adventurous Georgia (country) road trip from Tbilisi to Batumi. Includes recommended stops, times and distances, and driving tips. Back in summer 2020 – six months after...
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The cuisine of Samegrelo Region in Western Georgia is without parallel. From adjika – a fiery paste or rub traditionally used to ward off subtropical disease – to gebzhalia – a cooling...
The most comprehensive guide to visiting Kakheti currently available online. Here’s absolutely everything you need to know to sip, savour and sightsee your way around Georgia’s premier wine region, including the best...
It has more vineyards and wineries than anywhere else in Georgia – including the largest commercial cellar – and it hosts the nation’s biggest wine festival. But there’s a good chance you...
‘Is it a warehouse?’, I asked, trying to make sense of what I was looking at. Then I noticed the train tracks, severed at the end nearest to our feet and running...
Famously described as the love child of Paris and Dubai, Baku is one of the most jarring yet fascinating cities I have ever set foot in. At 28 metres below sea level,...
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Where are the cheapest cities to live as a digital nomad? This is one of the most popular questions amongst those who choose to travel the world while working remotely from their...
What to do in Kutaisi, Georgia’s fourth-biggest city – including must-sees, alternative experiences, and the best day trips. As recommended by a Kutaisi expat. A world apart from Tbilisi and Batumi, Georgia’s...
It took me four years of living in Georgia, but this winter I finally got to experience my first proper ski holiday at the country’s most popular resort, Gudauri. As someone who...
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As the South Caucasus’ premier resort for skiing and snowboarding, Gudauri is a must-visit winter destination in Georgia. Its location 2 hours north of Tbilisi by road makes it one of the...
