They lived underground all covered in soot, without the option of washing or resting… It’s enough to detour off the main highway between popular tourist destinations to uncover the forgotten wealth of Georgia – as well as a site for urban exploring which will excite all those tired and bored of staring at picturesque highland…
Following the 40 degree Celsius heatwaves in Georgia, we can finally cool down in Moscow and St Petersburg, where it is a balmy 16–19°C. Such temperatures are perfect for us to admire two of the most frequently visited cities in Russia – the current and the former capitals, two different worlds, separated from our European…
Every journey begins with a single step. The next one you take should be in Georgia, home to many undiscovered, original and unique places, several of which are to be found in Tbilisi. Another year has passed since I moved to Tbilisi in 2014 – in 2017, I rented an apartment in a renovated historical…
I receive numerous queries regarding the love Georgians feel for Poles. I would like to look at the causes of this affection from a broader perspective – not just in terms of popularising Georgia as a tourist destination and the war fought here in 2008, when the Polish president Lech Kaczyński backed the Georgian side.…
Where best to eat and drink in Kutaisi? I suspect this will be the first question you will be asking yourselves the moment you land in the biggest town in the Imereti region. Since this is where discount airlines fly to, more and more people starting and ending their adventures in Georgia here. Those who…
Kakheti, the birthplace of Georgia’s winemaking industry. Of the many wineries in the area, one stands out: Twins Wine Cellar in Napareuli, where one can tour a truly incredible museum of winemaking. Its name is no accident either – seeing as it is ran by twin brothers Gia and Gela Gamtkitsulashvili. Napareuli is located in…
Three whole days with almost no sleep. The first day, at three in the morning, a flight to from Tbilisi to Warsaw. The second day, up at 3am again, for our flight to from Warsaw to Kiev is at 6am and another flight back to Tbilisi. The following night was short too – we once…
Azerbaijan is not easily classified. The local Caucasus avant-garde includes ancient towers, fortifications, castles and traditional homes mixed with architecture straight out of Stanislaw Lem’s sci-fi novels and movies. All that intertwined with hints of prehistoric influences, stunning landscapes and fabulous foods, prepared by friendly locals. For years on end, Azerbaijan was always at the…
If you go skiing in Georgia, then it has to be Gudauri! This resort, found on the Georgian Military Road trail, really does deserve to be thought of as the country’s winter capital. More and more fans of fantastic skiing come here – both experienced and novices – but also all those who want to…
One day tours from Tbilisi are a great way to quickly and inexpensively discover Georgia’s most interesting parts. The country is relatively small, hence most places are easy to reach. Where should we go then? Here comes a list of 12 one-day routes – many reachable by solitary travellers, but if you prefer to journey…