11/12/2024
🧳Essential Travel Do's and Don'ts in the Caucasus:
👍🏼 Do’s
1. Carry cash in local currencies in small towns and rural areas AMD (Armenian Dram), GEL (Georgian Lari), and AZN (Azerbaijani Manat).
2. Bring basic medications for altitude sickness, allergies, and stomach issues.
3. Travel insurance is highly recommended.
4. SIM cards are affordable; buy one for easy communication and navigation.
5. When hiking, follow marked trails and hire a local guide for challenging routes.
👎🏼Don't
1. Don’t stay a long time under direct sun, it is easy to get burnt
2. Don’t refuse hospitality locals: they are very hospitable; refusing an offer of tea, food, or a drink might be seen as impolite.
3. Don’t underestimate local alcoholic drinks, especially Georgian chacha.
4. Avoid Street Taxis Drivers may charge significantly higher prices, especially if they notice you're a tourist. Use taxi applications for example Yandex GO or Bold
5. Avoid discussing political conflicts or tensions between countries unless locals initiate the topic.