When I first visited Armenia nearly a decade ago, I remember gazing at a map of the small country and seeing a place in the southwestern corner called Arevik National Park. This was during a time in my life where I was drawn to remote places and the unknown. My curiosity has been tamed a […]
Author Archives: Aram Vardanyan
Armenia is teeming with hidden gems and secret places that few know about. One of those places is the city of Gavar, a short distance from Yerevan. This is a guide to things to do in Gavar… and hopefully, it will entice you to make a trip there when you’re in Armenia! Things to Do […]
Gwoog Gastrohouse is easily one of my favorite places to eat in Armenia. I am a rather picky eater (not picky with ingredients- more so with quality), and I feel as though I have found a home at this Gyumri restaurant. Opened in July 2019, Gwoog has been serving the hungry residents of Gyumri and […]
Armenian food is one of the oldest and most distinctive cuisines in the world, rooted in over 3,000 years of culinary tradition in the South Caucasus. Armenian cuisine is characterized by its bold use of fresh herbs, slow-cooked meats, fermented dairy, and stone-baked flatbread (lavash), a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage since 2014. The most iconic […]
Looking to visit another stunning Armenian waterfall? This is a quick guide to visiting Trchkan Waterfall – including a few facts about it, my experience traveling there, and how to get there. Have you been to Trchkan Waterfall? Let us know your experience in the comments and any tips you may have for other travelers! […]
Yerevan, Practical Information
Armenian SIM card: Easily Getting a SIM Card in Yerevan (Team Telecom + MTS Vivacell)
Getting a SIM card in Armenia is a pretty easy process and a very affordable one. This post details how to get an Armenian SIM card in Yerevan with MTS (Vivacell) and with Team Telecom. This post focuses on Armenian prepaid SIM card options, not ones with contracts. Please note that the company that was […]