Georgia cannot yet offer a developed tourist infrastructure for family tourism. Transport alone is worth something. To get from Tbilisi airport to the Black Sea coast, it will take half a day by bus. There are very few high-quality and affordable hotels where you could completely trust the service and relax to the fullest.
But there are pluses, which we will also talk about in this article.
Why is it worth coming to Georgia with children
- One of the best countries for
- Visa-free regime(only a valid passport is needed).
- Favorable conditions for health improvement (sun, mountain air, black sands, thermal waters)
- Natural products. An abundance of homemade sour milk products, local fruits and vegetables are a storehouse of vitamins.
- Tasty food. But note that all dishes are very spiced. Khachapuri, pies and desserts are suitable for children. Order other dishes without spices.
- Developing resorts. Not all cities and beaches are equipped for a comfortable pastime, but they are actively being renovated and built.
- Rich excursion program: picturesque nature, mountains and ancient cities.
- Lots of fun for kids.
When is the best time to visit Georgia
A good option can be the end of June for a quiet time with the kids. This month the atmosphere is calm, there are few tourists, and the sea has already warmed up enough. Minus - there may be rains, because of the flowing river, the water in the sea is dirty (Batumi) and many entertainment on the beach does not work.
The peak season starts in July, when cafes on the beaches open, and there is less space on it. Therefore, for babies, the environment will be less favorable and noisy. But at this time, all the entertainment on the beaches is already open and the weather is the sunniest.
It is better to give preference to August. Temperatures are most favorable for sun exposure and the water is the warmest at this time.
Guided tours can be organized in May and September.
Seasonal fruits are available from May to November. The first strawberry harvest is harvested in May, followed by cherries and apricots, later peaches, melons, watermelons, figs, apples and pears. Autumn brings grapes, persimmons, pomegranates and tangerines. The last harvests are taken in November.
Summer resorts
Tbilisi
The capital hospitably welcomes its guests and offers many different entertainment, excursions and interesting places.
You should start your acquaintance with a tour of the streets and courtyards of the old city. It will be interesting to organize individual excursion, during which, you can move at your own pace, and the guide, looking into the old courtyards with carved balconies, will be able to interest children as well.
Interesting places to visit:
- Narikala fortress and cable car;
- Rike Park;
- amusement park "Mtatsminda" and a ride on the funicular;
- museum of dolls;
- mini science museum;
- zoo;
- aquapark;
- entertainment center "Astra park";
- Turtle Lake.
This is the main tourist centre Georgia, located in the subtropical climatic zone.
The city is very lively, there is a lot of entertainment for children:
- In the city center there is a zoo and a dolphinarium, which are open for daily visits.
- There are areas with cartoon characters on the embankment, amusement park, attractions and singing fountains.
Teenagers may be interested in a ride on the famous cable car or on a bicycle along the Batumi boulevard.
The only drawback of the resort is the polluted beach, especially in the central part of the city, it is not cleaned properly, so there is a lot of rubbish lying around.
The whole beach is made of pebbles, which is not very comfortable for kids.
There are all-inclusive hotels in Batumi, but they are not in great demand, since at the established prices it is much more profitable to eat in local cafes and restaurants (the average price for a full meal per person is 20 GEL). Are in great demand guest houses and the private sectors, the conditions for living in such places are not bad, but at the same time the prices are more than democratic.
Hotels in Popular
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Kvariati
This is an elite village on the Black Sea coast, which is famous for clean beach and water. In addition, there is a unique combination of mountain and sea air, which will be especially useful for people with VSD and problems with the respiratory and nervous systems.
For teenagers at this resort, the main entertainment is diving, since the underwater world here is especially diverse and attractive.
On the beach itself, there are standard entertainment, for example, rubber trampolines. You can rent pedal boats or scooters.
Kobuleti
The resort town in Adjara, located just 20 km from Batumi in the Colchis lowland, differs from other cities in its special microclimate.
At the entrance to the city, there is the largest and most popular amusement park in the Transcaucasus - Tsitsinatela, where there is entertainment for both the smallest and older children.
By the river
Ureki is ideal for a family secluded vacation, there is a clear sea with a sandy beach.
Magnetite sands are known for their healing properties: they have a beneficial effect on the state of the nervous and cardiovascular systems, contribute to their normalization.
except playgrounds, there is no entertainment here.
Green cape
The resort got its name due to the year-round green cover.
There is practically no infrastructure in this place, the only entertainment is a walk through the botanical garden. It contains many unique rare plants that will be interesting to see.
Teenagers can go diving or windsurfing here.
Don't sit still, arrange excursion tour in all resorts. Each city has its own attractions, and it is simply impossible to visit Georgia and not admire the nature in the vicinity.
In summer, the most preferable route will be from Batumi to Tbilisi, the road is good, on average it takes about 5-6 hours. There is a lot of entertainment for children in the capital: Mtatsminda Park, Miracles Park, Dolphinarium, Zoo, Cable Car, Mini Science Museum.
Where to rest in winter
Georgia is also known for its ski resorts, the best of which are Bakuriani and Gudauri. There is a regular transfer from Tbilisi to the resorts, the journey takes about 2-3 hours. Vacation in these places is much cheaper than in popular European resorts, but at the same time, the service and quality of the ski slopes are at the same level.
The main advantage of these resorts is the presence of "paddling pools", so the place is safe even for the smallest.
Gudauri
Gudauri is the youngest resort and is the hallmark of Georgia.
In addition to the ski slopes, the resort has a host of other entertainments: tennis courts, a swimming pool, a bowling alley and a cafe. A hang-glider or helicopter flight is in great demand; from such a height, a beautiful view of the mountain landscapes opens up.
In total, there are more than 10 small hotels of a high European level in Gudauri, but there is an opportunity to stay in simpler private cottages, where the cost of housing per day is several times cheaper. But you need to book accommodation long before the start of the vacation.
Bakuriani
Bakuriani is the oldest ski resort, it is more preferable for family vacations.
Here you can rent sleds, snowmobiles or ATVs, go horseback riding or take the services of a guide around the area. In the very center there is a small slope with drag bars, where instructors teach beginners and children to snowboard or ski for a small fee.
You can stay in a hotel or a private house; the price for a room usually includes three meals a day. Also, not far from the resort is the famous Borjomi, where you can go on an excursion and enjoy the healing mineral waters.
The resorts of Georgia by the sea attract Russians with their accessibility and comfortable language environment. Most of the country's inhabitants speak fluent Russian or English... Georgian hospitality, well known all over the world, always exceeds the expectations of tourists who come to local resorts for the first time.
Summer vacation in Georgia
Going to resorts in Georgia, you need to know that the visa for such a trip to Russians need not.
A permit to stay in the country for 90 days is issued at the border. To obtain it, you will need a foreign passport.
Beach resorts on the map
All sea resorts in Georgia are surrounded by mountains covered with various vegetation and snowy peaks, which are especially pleasant to admire in the summer heat.
The sea and relict vegetation endow the air of the Georgian coast not only with a special aroma, but also medicinal properties... It is easy and pleasant to breathe in these places.
The length of the Black Sea coast of Georgia is 94.5 km. Among best resorts:
- Sarpi... A small resort village located on the border of Georgia and Turkey. This place on the Georgian coast is considered the most beautiful and most expensive. A little more than 800 people permanently live in the Adjarian village of Sarpi. Most tourists do not want to get to the resort because of the sea.
- Gonio... An actively developing modern resort in Georgia. The beaches of Gonio are divided into urban and those that belong to hotels. They are all covered with small pebbles. The sea water warms up here better than in many other places on the coast. This is due to the fact that the Black Sea is shallow here.
- Anaklia... A modern Georgian resort with the purest azure sea. Tourists give their preference to Anaklia due to the picturesque nature and well-developed tourist infrastructure. The resort has done everything for a comfortable stay. Near the resort is located National park Kolkheti. The resort's beaches are covered with a mixture of fine pebbles and black sand.
- Grigoleti... The resort is located 16 km from Poti. The sandy beaches of Grigoleti are surrounded by a pine forest. On first coastline a large number of private mini-hotels and guest houses are located. The beaches are distinguished by a gentle entrance to the sea. The resort is perfect for a quiet family vacation with children. It is considered the lowest coast of Georgia.
Batumi... The city is the capital of the Republic of Adjara. It is modern seaside resort Georgia, which is considered the best in the country. It is located in the very south of the country. It is better to get here from or Kutaisi. All beaches of the resort are municipal. You can get to the city by sea from Sochi. A fast ship runs daily between the cities.
Holiday season in Batumi starts in May and ends in September. You can stay in the city in hotels, hostels and private mini-hotels.
The main advantage of the city is huge pebble beach... It stretches along the entire coast of the city and has a well-developed infrastructure. Most of the Batumi ones are located closer to the center of the beach. In this area of the city, a large number of objects are concentrated, intended for the entertainment of tourists.
The summer life of the resort is especially eventful. A huge number of festivals and concerts are held in Batumi. Lovers summer vacation at the resort are planning their trip here in advance and book hotels at least a month in advance.
Sarpi beach is small enough, but next to the village is amazing beautiful waterfall with a sculpture of Andrew the First-Called.
Kvariati... The resort village has a very convenient location. It is located only 14 km from Batumi. This place is perfect for those who prefer a quiet and peaceful holiday.
Fans of entertainment have to travel from Kvariati to Batumi. In the southern part of the pebbly beach of the resort there is a Batumi diving training center... It not only teaches diving to the depth, but also organizes boat trips to the ships sunk near the coast of Georgia.
The main advantage local beach, the length of which is 1 km, is great depth the adjacent section of the Black Sea.
Kobuleti... A prestigious Georgian resort located at a distance of 20 km from Batumi. Kobuleti is deservedly considered one of the best places in the Caucasus. The pine forest surrounding the resort makes the air healthy. The best sanatoriums of Georgia are located here, where various diseases of the heart and lungs are successfully treated.
The pebble beach of Kobuleti stretches along the coast for almost 12 kilometers. The sea water in these places is surprisingly clean. Small pebbles, which are dotted throughout the beach, do not cause difficulties when entering the sea. The city has a well-developed infrastructure, all conditions for active recreation are created.
Chakvi... The resort village stands in the middle of the highway between Batumi and Kobuleti. The resort's beach itself is relatively quiet and peaceful. The picturesque coastline does not have a well-developed tourist infrastructure.
The beauty of this place is in its proximity to the Botanical Garden of Batumi, the Petra Fortress and national park Mtirala.
The few tourists on the beaches are big plus for those who prefer to relax away from noisy companies. The resort is surrounded by tea plantations and eucalyptus groves that grow by the sea.
By the river... This Georgian resort is often called the local Costa Rica. The resort got this name among the people because of the black sandy beach. The sea water on this stretch of coast is clear, but does not seem clean.
Shallow depth the sea is kept at a distance of 40 meters inland. Its temperature in Ureki is always 2 degrees higher than in other places on the Georgian coast. The resort is located 50 km north of Batumi.
Georgia is a country where traditions are respected, so many souvenirs, especially delicious delicacies, are made according to old methods and recipes. Read in what you can bring from Georgia.
Vacation destinations with children
When choosing a vacation spot with children, families take into account not only the quality of the beaches and the flatness of the entrance to the sea, but also the quality of accommodation, the availability and availability of baby food. Families arriving for short-term vacations prefer to stay in Batumi... The beaches of this resort are not very child-friendly, but there is a water park, dolphinarium and a zoo.
For a long seaside holiday with children, it is better to choose the beaches of Kvariati, Gonio, Ureki and Grigoleti. From children's entertainment here you can find simple slides, rubber band trampolines, etc.
The advantage of these resorts is their remoteness from the bustle of the city, a very clean sea and a convenient entrance to it.
Where are the best Georgian beaches - photos
Most of the beaches on the Georgian coast are covered small pebbles... The cleanest in Georgia is the coast of Sarpi, Kvariati and Gonio.
Sandy and pebble coast
The second most popular tourist destination is Kobuleti beach, although this resort is considered the best in the entire Caucasus for its microclimate.
Among the five best beaches Georgia - Mtsvane Kontskhi, known as Green cape located in the village of the same name. In many respects, the popularity of the resort is ensured by the Botanical Garden located in it. Among the trees growing in the garden can be found:
- kiwi;
- bananas;
- tropical vines and many other trees and flowers.
On the picturesque beach of Mtsvane Kontskhi never there are not many people. This is a great diving site.
Unusual beach shores
Unique beaches of Georgia are black sands... They are located in the area of the Ureki resort. This place is known to many as the former seat of the Government of the country. There are other resort settlements near Ureki. Among them are such popular places for recreation as Kobuleti, Tsikhisdziri, Chakvi and Makhinjauri.
The beaches of these resorts are covered with rare black magnetic sand... This magnetic sand has healing properties that are used to treat various diseases of the heart, blood vessels, respiratory organs, nervous and skeletal systems of a person.
The healing properties of black sand were used by the local residents of these territories back in antiquities... The bathing season begins at these resorts in May and ends in late autumn.
Wild and nudist corners
The best wild beach in Georgia is a part of the coast near the village Tsikhisdziri... The resort settlement, immersed in greenery, is located very close to the famous Petra fortress. Locals who know secluded places, prefer to relax on the coast closer to the border with. The cleanest and most beautiful wild beaches are located in Sarpi and Kvariati.
The most popular and visited nudist beach in Georgia is located in Batumi.
It is not worth sunbathing outside the official limits in the country. Nudism in Georgia officially banned.
- Going to Georgia on vacation, you need to check yours. Its validity period must be longer 6 months.
- If the family is not going on a trip in full, you will need a notarized parental permission for the child to travel abroad.
- Cash taken with you on vacation in excess of 30 thousand lari (about 745,000 rubles) is necessary declare when entering the country.
- To move around the country, it is better to rent automobile.
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Friendly and sunny Georgia (Georgia) offers a lot of options for families with children, making a worthy alternative to Turkish and Bulgarian resorts. Black sea coast, comfortable hotels and hotels, many health resorts will allow you to spend an unforgettable vacation. Let's try to figure out how good the country's resorts are for relaxing with a family, where is it better to go with a child, where to stay and what to see.
Being an interesting and original country, Georgia amazes with the beauty of its nature. and the mild climate attract travelers who annually go to rest here. It is impossible to open resort Georgia in one vacation, it will take several years to form a general impression of this wonderful country.
Georgians are known as hospitable people and hospitable hosts. A trip to these lands will remain incomplete if you do not taste the dishes of the national cuisine. They are very tasty, but many national delicacies are not suitable for young children, since there is a high risk of developing a digestive upset. Any familiar food is always easy to prepare yourself - the counters of Georgian stores offer a wide range of products, including those imported from Russia.
Holidays in Georgia with children do not require visas. The visa-free regime allows you to move freely around the country for one year (previously, the period was only 90 days). To cross the border by car, you only need a passport (including for a child), documents for a car. An option is possible when the baby is entered in the valid passport of his parents.
According to tourists' reviews, among the disadvantages of local recreation, the following points stand out:
- Some beaches are unkempt. The territory is cleaned, but not always and everywhere.
- Poorly developed infrastructure of a number of tourist areas, although the problem is being gradually resolved.
- The attitude of some taxi drivers. Their services are in demand, as most attractions can only be reached by car. Public transport he does not go there, but walking is far and difficult. There are drivers who deceive tourists by winding up the counter and deliberately choosing longer routes.
- The attitude of the traders in the markets. You need to bargain with them and make sure that they do not overweight or cheat with money.
- Poorly organized traffic in cities. Being in the city with a child, you need to be extremely careful. Hiking in Tbilisi and Batumi is a test of the strength of parental attention, here it is better not to be distracted for a minute and not to let go of the child's hands.
- Service level in some cafes and restaurants. There are sluggish waiters who pay little attention to tourists from Russia. In some establishments, tips are already included in the bill presented, their amount sometimes reaches 15% of the total amount of the check.
Best time for a family vacation
The swimming season starts in early June. It closes in October. Optimal temperature regime the water reaches in July-August and is kept at 25 ° C. The sea cools down quickly when autumn comes. In September, the water is not so comfortable and its temperature is kept at around 19-20 ° C.
If we are talking about a family vacation in the mountains, then it is better to go to Georgia from the end of May to the beginning of October. Spring brings abundant rain and fog to the mountainous regions, snowfall and ice are added in winter. Ski vacation well developed and mountain resorts gladly receive guests.
The best places for family vacations
Having planned a summer vacation in Georgia, many tourists wonder where it is better to go to relax with children. There are several options:
- - a large and famous city on the Black Sea coast, which will delight you with an abundance of fountains and parks. Rich story and local attractions will appeal not only to adults, but also to children. Amusement parks and a sea of attractions will not leave indifferent little tourists, and beach vacation easily diluted with walking. In terms of accommodation, there are many hotels and boarding houses.
- - an excellent area for couples with children, located near Batumi. An excursion to the Batumi Botanical Garden will be a pleasant surprise for any child who is actively interested in nature. Tourists from almost all over the world come to this area to relax, Georgians themselves prefer to spend their holidays here. A narrow strip of the coast is protected by abundant vegetation, which creates a feeling of paradise.
- Gonio is famous thanks to the fortress located here with a burial place, which according to some sources belongs to the Apostle Matthew. Well-groomed beaches and a wide coastal strip will appeal to many families with a child. It is also important that the resort area has been declared a museum-reserve.
- - the coastal zone of the city stretching for 10 km will delight you with a clean sea, a pebble beach and coniferous trees. In Kobuleti there are many health resorts with a wide range of health and treatment procedures, including thalassotherapy (treatment with sea air, water, algae and other sea products). The latter is good way increase the child's immunity.
- Chakvi is a small village located in the Kobuleti municipality. Almost the entire beach area is covered with pebbles, but there are small sandy strips with shells. In Chakvi, it is worth visiting the house of a Chinese tea master, thanks to whom the concept of "Georgian tea" appeared in the Soviet years.
- - is one of the most popular resorts in Georgia. Clean sea water combined with mountain and flat winds make Kvariati good place for families with children. The beaches of the village are famous for their deep water, so it is better to go here with a teenager for diving.
- - the famous Georgian village with healing magnetic sands on the coast, it is an ideal corner for a family vacation. The abundance of hotels and boarding houses with the "all inclusive" system and walking distance to the sea will allow you to make the best choice.
- Anaklia is a resort village with sandy beaches located on the border with Abkhazia. At one time, this border village was planned to be turned into an excellent resort, but the project was not completed due to the change of power in Georgia. A giant pedestrian bridge, a couple of hotels and unfinished objects - this is what will open to your eyes if you decide to go to rest here. Anaklia is more suitable for lovers of quiet and uncrowded rest.
Entertainment in major cities
Traveling with a child to Georgia involves choosing a resort where it would be easy to organize an entertainment program for a little tourist. The list of interesting and exciting places includes:
- Park Mtatsminda, which is located in Tbilisi and functions only in the warm season. Children will love the variety of rides, pools and waterslides as well as halls for video games.
- - cognitive walks around the city will appeal to older children. You can walk along Rustaveli Street, look into the Vake and Rike parks, visit the hill of St. Elijah and get to the fortresses by cable car.
- A complex called Astra Park, open all year round (also located in Tbilisi). Children are offered game rooms, go-karting and a 7D cinema.
- Tbilisi Puppet Museum, initiated by Tinatin Tumanishvili. The museum has one of the largest collections of mechanical dolls and marionettes from almost all over the world.
- Gino Paradise Water Park, which will offer its visitors huge pools and many fun slides. Not only adults but also kids will like it here.
- (Batumi Dolphinarium), which hosts colorful performances every day.
- Batumi Miracle Park with a high 55-meter Ferris wheel and children's trains, which will not leave indifferent any crumb.
- Batumi seaport, where every child can appreciate the gigantic size of the ships.
- Zoological Park of Batumi is an interesting object despite its small size.
Exclusively for WoMo, he shares tips on which cities in Georgia are worth visiting with the whole family, what to see and where to stay.
In Georgia, there is a cult of the family, here they value traditions and honor the elders, families are large and strong, at least two or three children, and the elders help with the younger ones. And most importantly, children are adored in Georgia and wherever you come with a child, you will always be welcomed and you will never hear the phrase: “take the child away”. Georgia is warm in every sense of the word - there are a lot of sunny days, delicious food and a lot of beautiful and amazing places that can be visited not only in summer, but also in the cold season. In general, it is a great pleasure to travel with the whole family.
Tbilisi
Warm city ("tbili" in Georgian - "warm") - you cannot call it otherwise, because from the weather conditions to the character of the people living here, this city is saturated with hospitality, warmth and attention to neighbors. Tbilisi is original, it is beautiful with its antiquity and its wrinkles, "not lacquered" facades, cracked pavements and Italian courtyards filled with children's laughter. He has his own history, his own life, his heroes and his traditions, his achievements and his victories. Old two-storey houses with carved wooden balconies, the facades of which are often entwined with grapevines (whimsically running along cracks), real Georgian small courtyards with their own unique atmosphere - in all this you can feel the spirit of old Tbilisi. Here, in the courtyards, men play backgammon, clothes are dried on the clothesline, and children can hear the laughter of boys playing football. It is a pleasure to wander through the old city, along the quiet streets, to find unusual front doors, to notice outwardly inconspicuous, but very colorful details.
Where to live:
The VINOTEL is housed in a historic 19th century building with stained glass windows and two terraces. Classic rooms with carved furniture, an excellent library with books in Russian and English, a restaurant of European and Georgian cuisine, a wine cellar with a rich selection of wines (professional sommelier wine tastings are held for guests) - all this is VINOTEL, which fully justifies its name. Exclusive Georgian wines will be selected for the ordered dishes of European and Georgian cuisine, and after that they will recommend Borjomi - so that after such rich dishes and wines there will be a place for dessert. By the way, the most delicious Georgian dessert called "Fantasy" (goat cheese, honey, nuts, churchkhela, 3 types of jam) is served here. Cost per room from $ 180 per day *.
Rooms Hotel Tbilisi
This hotel, which, incidentally, is a member of the association of design hotels around the world, is said to be “Georgian flavor with European service”. Designer furniture (armchairs with Georgian ornaments and lampshades), a luxurious fireplace, a library and a restaurant with incredible cuisine - all this is Rooms Hotel Tbilisi. Cost per room from $ 200 per day.
What to watch:
Take a walk on Botanical Garden, it is very quiet and peaceful there, many interesting plants and a beautiful waterfall at the end of the garden. Be sure to take the cable car to Narikala fortress(one of the oldest monuments of Georgian architecture of the IV century), go to Metekhi temple and then take a walk through the area of the famous sulfur baths... In a new way pedestrian bridge, which is the second most complex in the world in its construction, go to the left bank of the Kura River and enter a new park called Rike, having the contours of the map of Georgia. There is a lot of space for children: chess the size of a man, a huge piano, a lot of flowers in the warm season and playgrounds.
Take a walk through Leselidze and Sharden streets(a very cozy European street where most of the secular cafes, bars, clubs, shops and galleries are located) and walk to Rustaveli Avenue- the central street of the city, which is named after the author of the world famous poem "The Knight in the Panther's Skin", the Georgian poet of the 12th century. On Rustaveli there is the Parliament of Georgia, the Shota Rustaveli Theater, the Opera. Z. Paliashvili.
Be sure to climb up to Cathedral of the Holy Trinity (Tsminda Sameba) - main Cathedral Georgian Orthodox Church. The cathedral was built several years ago and is considered the largest Orthodox cathedral in the world (the total area of the cathedral is about five kilometers). Lagidze Waters cafe is located right on the territory where the Holy Trinity Cathedral is located. This is a traditional Georgian lemonade, which was produced back in Soviet times, the most delicious is double chocolate with cream, rest assured, your children will be delighted.
It is imperative to take the funicular to Mount Mtatsminda, take a walk in the Bombora park and dine at the Funicular restaurant, from where an incredible view of the whole of Tbilisi opens up. In Soviet times, this restaurant was the hallmark of the city, and today it is a whole restaurant complex, where the best donuts in the city are served on the ground floor, next to a bakery with famous Adjarian khachapuri, and on the top floor there is a restaurant of Georgian-European cuisine. On Mount Mtatsinda there is children's park attractions "Bombora" - wonderful fresh air and a lot of entertainment for children.
20 km from Tbilisi is the city of Mtskheta, the first capital of Georgia. This is a completely renovated town, in which it is a pleasure to walk with children. An incredible view of Mtskheta opens from the observation deck near Jvari monastery(IV century), which rises on the mountain. According to legend, this temple was erected over a cedar stump that exuded fragrant oil (myrrh), under which Saint Nino, the enlightener of Georgia, prayed. On the edge of the abyss, Lermontov's Mtsyri once stood and thoughtfully looked at the ancient city, which was built at the confluence of the Aragvi and Kura rivers - "where the streams of Aragva and Kura merge, noisily, embracing like two sisters ...". A tree of desires grows next to the monastery, which is all covered with colorful shreds. Tie a piece and make wishes, what if ... And be sure to go to the best restaurant in Mtskheta " Gujari "(156, Agmashenebeli). From there, a stunning view of the mountain opens, on the top of which is the Jvari Monastery. It serves excellent Georgian cuisine, the restaurant has a large beautiful garden where rabbits and guinea fowls run in summer.
Kazbegi
Where to live:
The best place to stay is a hotel. Rooms Hotel Kazbegi... Take your breath away when you look at the snow-capped peaks from the hotel veranda . Designer furniture, a luxurious fireplace, an indoor pool with mountain views, a Georgian restaurant and a casino with toy tables. Room rates start from US $ 170 per night.
What to watch:
The Georgian Military Road leads to Russia and is considered one of the most beautiful roads in Georgia. On the way, you will see places of incredible beauty and energy. - Zhinvali lake(the Zhinvali reservoir with an area of 11.5 km) and Ananuri castle(complex of the XVI-XVII centuries, the residence of the princes of Aragvi).
And then climb the dizzy narrow mountain roads to the Cross Pass (the height of which is 2395 meters) and see the legendary "celestial" old church of the Holy Trinity. This temple was built in the XIV century on Mount Gergeti at an altitude of 2200 meters. V good weather a beautiful view of Kazbegi peak opens from here. If you wish, you can climb observation deck(height 2170 meters). A few kilometers away there is a mineral lake where you can get healing water.
Borjomi and Bakuriani
Where to live:
At the hotel Rixos Borjomi a large guarded territory, a children's center with animation, a diagnostic center, a SPA with a swimming pool and 4 baths. And most importantly: incomparable mountain air and legendary Borjomi mineral water. Great offer for the winter season (except for dates from December 20 to January 20): deluxe room with breakfast $ 150 and $ 190 for half board.
What to watch:
Borjomi — famous resort, home of the most famous mineral water, is distinguished by wonderful nature, exceptional healing climate and clean mountain air. A great place for a quiet and quiet rest, including medical. You can take a walk in the famous Borjomi Park, climb the mountain on a cable car and drink warm mineral water that gushes right from the ground. The uniqueness of this mineral water is in its volcanic origin and mineral composition, which has remained unchanged for 125 years.
Bakuriani- an urban-type settlement, a ski resort located at an altitude of 1700 m above sea level and surrounded by coniferous forests. In winter, there is a lot of sun and snow in Bakuriani (average height is about 60 cm). Myself ski season starts in December and ends in March. Bakuriani is a special climatic zone with wonderful mountain air and huge coniferous forests. This air is especially good for people who have a sore throat, asthmatics, those who have suffered from pneumonia, lymphadenitis, chronic tuberculosis diseases of the respiratory tract, who have anemia. They say that if a child rests in Bakuriani for three years in a row, he stops getting sick at all.
Batumi and Tskhaltubo (Caves of Prometheus and Sataplia)
Where to live:
If we talk about grids, then this Sheraton, Radisson and Hilton(from $ 120-150 per room), Kempinski and Crown Plaza are under construction. Highly recommend the hotel "Divan"(from $ 80 per room) it is beyond praise, if from more budgetary ones, then this Piazza(from $ 60 per room).
What to watch:
It is better to go to Batumi in the summer, here you should take a walk along the boulevard, ride an electric motorbike, rent bicycles, swim in the sea, jump on a trampoline, ride attractions, eat real Adjarian khachapuri, admire the beauty of tropical botany in Botanical Garden and Reserve "Mtirala"... If you have time, you should go to the amusement park near Kabuleti "Tsitsinatela". Be sure to go to the dolphinarium for the show: emotions are overwhelming, dolphins are incredible and so touching, you can sign up separately and swim with them (the pleasure is not cheap, but the emotions are worth it).
If you are driving to Batumi, then on the road in the village of Tskhaltubo (near the city of Kutaisi) there is Prometheus caves and Sataplia cave complex... The caves are cool enough - the year-round temperature inside is +14 degrees. Entering the cave, you descend and then climb winding paths to the sounds of classical music and constantly changing multi-colored lighting that adorns stalactites and stalagmites. Finally, after passing 1450 meters, you reach a small pier and board the boat. In the twilight, the boat glides on the water, you bend down so as not to bump and imagine yourself as a treasure-seeker - the sensations are amazing.
The Sataplia cave complex is a unique reserve, which is known for its cross caves and dinosaur footprints, located between the resort of Tskhaltubo and the city of Kutaisi. The length of the cave is 500 meters, the height is up to 400 meters, and each calcite outgrowth resembles either an animal or a person, but there is also a “stone heart” (a huge stalagmite that resembles a human heart).
When planning a vacation for a children's vacation - take a closer look at Georgia, this country knows how to surprise, treat, entertain and impress - it will definitely appeal to both adults and children.
* Hotel prices are indicated at the time of publication.
Yes, the children were running around at the airport until the very departure, and this is until 12 at night. But! There were no whims of children or complaints from others.
But as soon as the plane began to gain altitude, their eyelids closed instantly under the weight of gravity. And they did not open until the very arrival.
I think flying for three hours in the afternoon with a child in the same chair would be more difficult.
Upon arrival, the children woke up, gazed around without tears (and this was at three o'clock in the morning).
At the airport, we were allowed to skip the line, and the border guard himself came up to us and, in hard-to-understand Russian, offered to go through passport control first.
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It is necessary to give an explanation to the place where we rested
I searched the entire Internet, listened and read a lot of reviews, as a result, I chose the place of rest - the village of Grigoleti - intuitively.
She phoned the owner of the house herself and arranged a transfer.
We got to a wonderful place.
A small village, with pine trees along the coast, black magnetic sands (very useful for the health of both adults and children) on the beach, the cleanest air and the atmosphere of a "home" resort.
I must say that in June there are no tourists there yet. On the beach we were practically alone.
Why didn't I choose a popular resort like Kobuleti or Ureki? I wanted silence, I don't really like crowded places.
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So the sea
I must say right away that such a vacation is not suitable for those who are looking for entertainment, who want communication, who want excursions.
We, of course, got out of our village. In neighboring Poti, in Ureki. There are many shops, entertainment for children.
But: it was hot, crowded, and we quickly ran to our house on the seashore. Moreover, he was on the seashore in the literal sense of the word. You open the door, ten meters of lawn - and immediately the beach.
We had our own large room on the first floor of the house, with a bathroom (washing machine) and a kitchen.
I cooked food myself
We pre-filled our luggage with baby cereals, canned food, a pot, diapers. And I must say, if not for this, our vacation would have cost much more.
The food is really expensive in Georgia, for example, milk for our money is 3.5 rubles (while this, you know, "chemical"), we did not buy meat at all! Although by the end of June, homemade milk was brought directly to the beach, very tasty and cheap.
There were no entertainments in our village at all... We spent all the time on the beach or on the lawn, playing ball, "catch-up" and various simple games invented on the spot.
I took a lot of children's card games, so we weren't bored.
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In the first days of vacation, there was practically no one on the beach
But the sea (we flew from June 18 to June 28) was cool. By the end of June, companies of people began to appear. The sea became very warm.
Children could not be pulled out of the sea! The entrance to the sea is very soft, smooth and long.
You can move away from the sea about fifty meters, and still stand waist-deep in water. For parents with children, this is paradise. And, once, we even saw dolphins!
As for the beach ... it is dirty
But this dirt is not bottles and rubbish, but some kind of branches, sticks, leaves.
But the sea itself is clean. Lots of seashells.
What I didn't like was the wandering dogs. All of them were harmless, but they caused inconvenience by begging.
There could also be a herd of cows walking along the beach! But for the children, it was more of fun.
For children of this age, it is not difficult to come up with entertainment, even being in one place for so many days.
These are morning jogging along the sea, with splashes and laughter, burying in the sand and digging up treasures, tunnels through which water is launched, burying children and ourselves in the sand, well, nobody canceled banal kalachik cars.
Every day at the sea was a holiday for children, even without any toys and third-party entertainment.
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What left a negative imprint on me
The taste of tap water, the lack of a good grocery store within walking distance, the absence of roadsides on the roads and very, very fast drivers (a pedestrian crossing will not allow you to cross the road safely, you need to wait until all the cars pass).
Which will definitely make me go back there
Calm, a sense of security and people. Even at night we could leave the door to the street open, although our house did not even have a fence.
You feel at home there and you are not afraid. People are very sociable, they love Belarusians, and this respect is not feigned.
It was unforgettable to sit in the evening on a bench near the house and watch stunning sunsets, even the children at this time calmed down and looked fascinated and surprised.
The splash of the waves provided the pacification that we all need at the end of a hot and bright day.
On the last day we decided to go to Batumi.
And what I realized there is a completely different vacation. The city is stunning in its aura, architecture, people, entertainment, playgrounds, food and nature. But ... that would be a completely different story.
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So, what will I say: you can go to Georgia with children
But provide everything: food, leisure preferences, local flavor.
Holidays in Georgia under the "all inclusive" program will be very expensive, but therefore no less attractive.
But the rest in the outback will leave indelible positive impressions only if you are ready for it, as we were.
Namely: simplicity, almost village life and a lot of time alone with nature and yourself.
Alla Schastnaya
