One of Armenia’s provinces that most travelers inevitably visit without knowing is the Ararat province. This guide details some amazing places to visit in Ararat and why you should go to each! The capital of the Ararat marz (Armenian for ‘province’) is Artashat and the province is, naturally, named after Mount Ararat. Interestingly, two of […]
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You’ve probably stumbled upon this guide because you plan to visit Armenia. This post will detail everything we think you need to know before you travel to Armenia – from information about the language to secrets from locals. With these Armenian travel tips, you’ll be well-prepared and know better what to expect while planning your […]
We have stayed in several places around the world. And considering comfort, food (ohh… the food), and service, we definitely place Hotel Mirhav in Goris toward the top of that list. On our recent Syunik trip, we had the luxury of staying at Hotel Mirhav and experiencing all they had to offer- from a Ghapama […]
Every once in a while you stumble across a business that just exudes altruism and positive vibes. While these businesses are far from being ever-present, they are the ones that you’ll never forget and that you can’t wait to recommend to others. This is Herbs & Honey Teashop, a wonderful cafe in Gyumri. Spending Time […]
Every once in a while, you come across a person whose connection with his or her surroundings just makes you envious and unapologetically inspired. Ashot Arshakyan, the founder of Tanzatap Wildlife Watchpoint, is undoubtedly one of those people. Once I had heard about a new wildlife excursion near Tatev village, I was excited to test […]
Shaki Waterfall is one of the best places to visit in Southern Armenia and the Syunik region- so much that it is included on several organized tours of the aforementioned part of Armenia. This guide details how to visit independently or with a tour, why you should go (seriously, you should!), and some tips to […]