Book Cheap Flights to Georgia

The country of Georgia is one of the most beautiful destinations in Europe, with the fantastic Caucasus Mountains and a coastline running along the Black Sea. This fact alone makes up for this post-Soviet nation’s lack of size, which only adds to Georgia’s exceptional charm. Go on adventures through green valleys as you enjoy spectacular views over numerous vineyards. Georgia is additionally famous for its wine production. Add this to the local’s high standard of hospitality, and you have one of the best holiday destinations in the world.

Tbilisi, Georgia’s capital, offers you a picturesque setting deep in a valley along the Kura River. Explore the streets of this city and admire the charming architecture, with buildings like the Justice House and the Music Theatre and Exhibition Hall. Tbilisi’s major attractions include the Altstadt, the Sameba Cathedral and the National Botanical Garden of Georgia.

For the coastal holiday experience, visit Batumi. This beautiful port city is home to the Batumi Boulevard, which leads to an alluring waterfront promenade. Get more wonderful views of the ocean from the Alphabetic tower, which stands at 130 metres. Be sure to visit the waterfront in the evening, and watch as this scene lights up in various colours for Batumi’s vibrant nightlife.

Kutaisi, Georgia’s legislative capital, sits on the Rioni River. Take a stroll along charming tree-lined streets while admiring 19th century houses. Two UNESCO World Heritage Sites call Kutaisi home: the Gelati Monastery and the Bagrati Cathedral. Among this city’s major sights, there is the Okatse Canyon and Sataplia Cave and Nature Reserve.

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A traveller in possession of a South African passport can enjoy travelling to Georgia without a visa for up to one year.

The South African Embassy in Kiev, Ukraine, is accredited to Georgia.

Address: 9/2 Velyka Vasylkivska Street, 01004 Kiev

Phone: + 380 44 289 8870

Fax: + 380 44 289 7206

Make sure to visit your doctor before you leave for Georgia to get all the routine vaccinations. Additionally, you may need to guard against the following diseases:

• Hepatitis A (spread through contaminated food and water)

• Hepatitis B (spread through sexual contact, contaminated needles and blood products)

• Rabies (spread through the bites of infected mammals, such as dogs and bats)

Georgia enjoys the reputation of having one of the lowest crime rates in Europe. While it is rare, there have been reports of muggings in the capital, Tbilisi.

The exception to Georgia’s reputation is Kutaisi, which has a slightly higher crime rate. Take care when exploring this city.

Beware of separatist regions like Abkhazia and South Ossetia. These are areas that are not under control by the government and there is no police presence.