Travel Georgia

Georgia was once dominated by Soviet rule, but in recent years has certainly come into its own. You’ll find beautiful architecture in Georgia’s cities and fantastic mountain vistas in the countryside.

Georgia travel tips & advice

Since pulling away from the Soviet Union, Georgia has made strides in its tourist industry, working diligently to make cities safe and accommodating for visitors. In recent months, Georgia has been struggling with Russia over control of the area of South Ossetia, making travel to Georgia potentially unsafe for Westerners at times. It’s wise to check for any government warnings before traveling.

You’ll certainly want to explore the beautiful castles and churches of Tbilisi’s old town, Georgia’s capital and largest city. Georgia’s older architecture is an exciting confluence of Russian, Turkish, Asian and Persian styles. But, in addition to the fine architecture and art, you’ll also love Tbilisi for its modern day accommodations, restaurants and nightlife.

A visit to the coastline of the Black Sea is also a great vacation stop. The town of Batumi is a semi-tropical beach resort that has a fun and relaxed feel. Or explore the Caucasus Mountain towns of Svaneti and Kazbegi. Svaneti is remote, but offers wonderful mountain villages, and beautiful meadows. This is the perfect place for an avid walker, as you can walk miles of trails and enjoy the gorgeous mountain and valley scenery. The town itself is known for its 174 defensive stone towers, built between the 9th and 13th centuries, which are still standing today.

Georgia is also known for its local wines. Be certain to enjoy some of their best vintages, along with great regional cuisine. Georgians are friendly people who revel in being hospitable to guests. You’ll have no trouble finding locals to recommend wine and food.

Flights to Georgia / How to Get There

Find cheap flights to Georgia and other affordable airfare here. Tbilisi is a large city and home to an international airport. It’s fairly easy to fly into Tbilisi from nearly anywhere in the world. In addition, Americans and Canadians as well as citizens of the European Union, Japan, and many other countries need no visa to travel to Georgia, unless the stay will be longer than 90 days.

Hotels in Georgia & Where to Stay

Find the best prices for hotels in Georgia here. Big cities like Tbilisi offer a wide range of accommodations. On the Black Sea, you’ll find beach resorts to suit a variety of tastes and budgets. In some of the smaller mountain towns, most of the accommodations will be in the form of guesthouses.