Category Archives: Plan Your Trip

Escape the City at Breathtaking Bekh Hilltop Camping

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One of the most remarkable places we visited on our recent Kapan trip was Bekh Hilltop Camping. The new camping and lodging choice will stun visitors with its views and hospitality! This is a short diary of our time there. Ten minutes away from Kapan city by car, you will find the gorgeous hills over […]

11 Best Things to Do in Yeghegnadzor (Food, History, & More!)

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Yeghegnadzor, Armenia is the gateway to the south of the country and a place that is definitely worth exploring for more than just a stop for gas on your way to Syunik! This is a guide dedicated to the best things to do in Yeghegnadzor – from cultural experiences to camping to wine and beyond! […]

Landing In Yerevan during a Pandemic: Getting Tested + Tips

Armenia coronavirus testing at Zvartnots Airport in Yerevan in October 2020. COVID-19 testing Yerevan, Armenia

Our friend and renowned photojournalist, Amos Chapple, recently arrived in Yerevan during the pandemic and has given step-to-step details documenting his experience at Zvartnots Airport. This guide shows exactly what to expect if you arrive in Armenia during a pandemic and during COVID-19 times.  If you have any question, please leave a comment or send […]

Visiting Harichavank Monastery: Tips, History, & More!

Harichavank Monastery

A gorgeous monastery in the Shirak marz that definitely doesn’t get the attention it deserves is Harichavank Monastery. This post will detail its history, my experience visiting Harichavank, and some tips about how to get there. If you are a fan of this site, you should already know that the city of Gyumri is a […]

Hiking and Biking with Mamikon: An Adventurous Trip to Marmashen and Beyond

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I have long found Shirak to be an undeniably underrated region of Armenia. It is clean, has landscapes that go on for days, and some of the friendliest (and most humorous of people). One of the best ways to enjoy the Shirak landscapes is by joining Hiking and Biking with Mamikon for a tour from […]

Mesmerizing Views at Khustup Guesthouse in Verin Vachagan

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Khustup Mountain is easily one of the most recognizable and dramatic views in Armenia in the Syunik region and this guide details a new guesthouse that you need to stay in when there – Khustup Guesthouse. Situated in one of the most stunning villages in the region called Verin Vachagan, Khustup Guesthouse is the ideal […]