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Discover Georgia: A Travel Guide
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Georgia
Georgia is one of Europe's most compelling emerging destinations, combining ancient history, dramatic mountain scenery, outstanding wine culture and warm hospitality. From the atmospheric old town of Tbilisi and the cave city of Vardzia to the Caucasus peaks and the vineyards of Kakheti, Georgia offers experiences that feel genuinely off the beaten track.
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Elect's take
"Georgia caught me completely off guard. The combination of ancient culture, extraordinary landscapes and some of the most welcoming people I have encountered anywhere made it one of my most memorable travel experiences."
Tbilisi alone is worth the journey. The old town is a genuinely beautiful neighbourhood of carved wooden balconies, ancient churches and lively local restaurants. The wine culture here is among the oldest in the world and exploring the Kakheti region by road, stopping at family wineries along the way, is one of the great understated travel pleasures. Georgia also has a rugged adventure side. The Caucasus mountains offer dramatic hiking, ski resorts and high altitude villages that feel entirely remote from modern life. For travellers looking for somewhere that combines culture, nature, food and genuine authenticity, Georgia consistently delivers far more than expected.
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How to get there
Airports
Tbilisi International (TBS), Kutaisi International (KUT), Batumi International (BUS)
Rail
Tbilisi Central Station
Cruise ports
Batumi Port
Georgia is served by direct flights from major European and Middle Eastern hubs. The country is also accessible overland from Turkey and Armenia.
What to expect
Tbilisi Old Town
A beautifully preserved neighbourhood of carved balconies and ancient churches.
Kakheti Wine Region
One of the world's oldest wine producing regions with a distinctive qvevri tradition.
Caucasus Mountains
Dramatic peaks offering hiking, skiing and remote village experiences.
Vardzia Cave City
A remarkable medieval cave monastery carved into a mountainside.
Mtskheta
Georgia's ancient capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Georgian Cuisine
A rich and distinctive culinary tradition centred on hospitality and shared meals.