Category Archives: Plan Your Trip

Spending Time at the Mindful Herbs & Honey Teashop in Gyumri

Spending Time at Herbs & Honey Teashop in Gyumri

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 […]

A Guide to Latin Dancing in Yerevan, Armenia (Where to Dance and More!)

The city of Yerevan is plentiful with opportunities to have a good time and that includes for those that truly enjoy social dancing or are curious about it. This is a guide to Latin dancing in Yerevan, Armenia and it includes where to do it, festivals, events, and where to escape for a long weekend […]

Observing Syunik’s Nature at Tanzatap Wildlife Watchpoint

Tanzatap Wildlife Watch Point-12

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 […]

How to Visit Shaki Waterfall (and Why You Should + Tips)

Shaki Waterfall is one of the best places to visit in Southern Armenia and the Syunik region- so much so that it is included in 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 […]

A Complete Travel Guide to Tatev Monastery (Tips & More!)

A complete guide to visiting Tatev Monastery

Tatev Monastery is an absolute must-visit and addition to your Armenia trip when you travel to the country. This guide will give you all the details you need to travel to Tatev.  It will include how to visit Tatev Monastery, facts, practical information, and much more! Did we miss anything notable about Tatev Monastery? Let […]

Lavash and Top-Notch Comfort at the MVN Guesthouse in Goris

MVN Guesthouse in Goris

Is there ever a way to make a guesthouse more perfect than it already is? Of course – just make sure the property has its own lavash bakery (bread house).  Or, you can just take a trip to Goris and visit the MVN Guesthouse! We had a chance to experience some of Goris’ top-notch hospitality […]