Author Archives: Aram Vardanyan

Pulpulak: Armenia’s Unique (and Genius) Answer to Free Water

Pulpulak in Armenia

Water. Probably the most important element on our planet and undoubtedly one of the most important ones that give us a true feeling of life, hope, and the ability to move on physically and mentally. The element also offers a mode of transportation amongst many other things for those nations that have access to seas, […]

11 Delicious Restaurants in Yerevan for Vegans and Vegetarians

Tasty Vegan & Vegetarian Restaurants in Yerevan

Armenian cuisine contains a lot of meat.  On the other hand, it also contains a lot of vegetables and many dishes are actually vegetarian (without intent). This guide will detail vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Yerevan where you can get plant-based options with ease. Just a note:  Not all restaurants on this guide are completely […]

Hotel Laguna in Vanadzor Review: Upscale Comfort & More!

Hotel Laguna in Vanadzor

Vanadzor has many small and big guesthouses and hotels in different parts of the city and Hotel Laguna, a place I recently stayed at, is located 3.5 kilometers away from the Vanadzor Train Station in a very green area. I found the hotel, which was built in 2010, to be exceptionally great for visitors to […]

101 Mind-blowing Places To Visit In Armenia (by Region)

Best places to visit in Armenia Feature

Armenia may be a small country but it truly has so much to do! These are the best places to visit in Armenia – from well-known places to off-the-path tourist attractions in Armenia that you probably have not heard of! This Armenian travel guide details some of our favorite places to see in Armenia and […]

Halidzor Fortress: How to Visit + A Little Bit of History

Halidzor Fortress in Syunik-10

Halidzor Fortress may not be one of Armenia’s oldest sights, but it sure is one of the most worthwhile. This is a short guide to how to visit, what to expect, and more! For some reason, I had always wanted to visit Halidzor Fortress. I knew nothing about it except that it was a bit […]

Hippest Bars in Yerevan: Our Top Picks of Where to Hang Out in EVN

Hippest Bars in Yerevan: Our Top Picks of Where to Hang Out in EVN

Yerevan has a burgeoning nightlife scene and many of the bars and places to hang out have a unique vibe that gives the Armenian capital a vibe that isn’t present anywhere else. These are our top picks of the hippest bars in Yerevan and places that you will WANT to hang out at. Hippest Bars […]