Category Archives: Practical Information

Armenian SIM card: Easily Getting a SIM Card in Yerevan (Team Telecom + MTS Vivacell)

How to get an Armenian SIM Card in Yerevan. Best SIM card in Armenia options

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 […]

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 […]

How to Easily Get From Yerevan to Noratus Cemetery

One of the most prolific places to visit in Armenia is Noratus Cemetery, a historical graveyard that has the largest cluster of khachkars in Armenia. This is a guide about how to easily go from Yerevan to Noratus – including Noratus tours and how to get there via public transportation. Click here if you’re simply […]

35 Very Useful Things to Know Before You Visit Armenia

Things to know before you come to Armenia

You’ve probably stumbled upon this guide because you’re planning 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. If you have additional questions, please send us a message or leave us a comment! We hope […]

How to Easily Get From Yerevan to Khor Virap Monastery

How to Easily Get From Yerevan to Khor Virap Monastery (taxi, bus, rental car, and khor virap tour options)

One of the most iconic places in Armenia is undoubtedly Khor Virap. This guide will show you how to get from Yerevan to Khor Virap Monastery, a must-visit place in Armenia. This guide will include details about how to visit Khor Virap by public transportation, tour, and with your own car. Click here if you […]

Armenia Travel Apps: 10 Useful Mobile Apps to Download Before Your Trip

Best Armenian travel apps. Apps to use in Armenia for your trip there. Armenia apps include food, transportation, hiking, taxi, and more-1-2

Heading to a foreign country can be a challenge but, thankfully, in the age of smartphones, it can be a lot less stressful than it once was.  There are some essential Armenia apps for travel that we suggest downloading before your trip. Here is a list of apps in Armenia that will make your trip […]