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 […]
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 […]
Are you looking for some tasty Armenian food options for your trip to the country? This guide details some popular Armenian dishes and tells you a bit about each of them! What are your favorite dishes in Armenia? Please let us know in the comments! Best Armenian Food and Dishes 1. Khorovats Armenian: Խորոված Is […]
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! […]
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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 […]