In October 2023, we enjoyed a week-long school break from the British International School in Tbilisi, Georgia. Seizing the opportunity, we made plans to travel back to Latvia to advance our DIY project involving a Frame House. In preparation for our trip, I had already placed orders for OSB (Oriented Strand Board) and hardwood flooring from…

For almost one year I've been working on developing a Terramatrics crypto hedge fund. While developing the fund I have organically connected to like-minded individuals, investors, enthusiasts, and more. The other morning I had about two-hour very interesting meeting with a Greek investor, exploring his options in Georgia.  He seemed a bit…

In September, the Tsinandali music festival unfolded, marking another chapter in the cherished tradition upheld by the team at Caucasus Translations. Year after year, this cultural extravaganza has become an integral part of our calendar, drawing us into a world of beautiful classical music and the delectable flavors of Georgian cuisine.The…

Terramatris is a private crypto investment hedge fund started on August 22, 2023, by me. The fund is privately held and is not publicly registered under any specific jurisdiction. Though, most of the time operated from Tbilisi, Georgia.  We trade options with crypto while reinvesting premiums back into different crypto assets. At the moment we…

The other day Gvantsa from the translation office in Tbilisi asked if could I help to fix her Trados SDL Studio 2021. As not being an actual user of this program, just providing support for the office technique I took a look and saw there are some problems with permissions, as the software was saying Access to the path 'C:\Users\...\My Music' is…

This guest house is located in the picturesque village of Mestia. Free Wi-Fi and free parking are provided at Mestiatour Guest House. We booked here one night stay but two separate rooms for the price of GEL 200 at the end of September 2023, during our few-day Svaneti trip The private and dormitory rooms are heated and simply furnished. We got…

In the vibrant tapestry of Tbilisi's cultural landscape, October 2023 marked a significant celebration – the International Night at the British International School of Tbilisi. This enchanting event brought together a kaleidoscope of experiences, where Georgian dance, delectable cuisine, and the warmth of camaraderie transcended borders.As the…

Back in 2022, I had the idea of creating a Tbilisi Airbnb property management service. I created a few articles on my blog and got some attention from the expats living in Georgia, but haven't yet concluded any deal. Recently I got contacted by a French investor and we agreed to share a cup of coffee to talk about a potential partnership I…

As our weekend journey led us back to Georgia via Kutaisi, my family and I seized the opportunity to extend our school break. Our chosen retreat? The exquisite Paragraph Resort Hotel nestled near Shekvetili and Batumi. This decision promised days filled with water attractions, encounters with majestic white sharks, and the renowned warmth of…

Intourist Batumi Hotel is located in the popular Black Sea resort of Batumi, 300 metres from the nearest beach. We booked a one-night stay here at the end of October 2023, paying a little less than EUR 80 (breakfast included).  After arriving here from Parapgraph Resort Hotel in Shekvetili it felt a little bit outdated, but for the price paid  -…

Terramatris is a private crypto investment hedge fund started on August 22, 2023, by me. The fund is privately held and is not publicly registered under any specific jurisdiction. Though, most of the time operated from Tbilisi, Georgia.  We trade options with crypto while reinvesting premiums back into different crypto assets. At the moment we…

10 years ago today, on October 10, 2013, my blog went online at reinisfischer.com 10 years have passed like a flicker, especially the last 6 or 7 years. Over the years the blog has turned into a massive archive covering my travels in Georgia and around the World, documented progress on stock investments, options trading and even running a crypto…

October 2023 witnessed the dynamic convergence of two major events in the heart of Georgia - the Tbilisi Marathon and the Tbilisi City Festival, famously known as Tbilisoba. As proud participants in both celebrations, we embarked on a journey that encapsulated the spirit, diversity, and unity that defines this vibrant city. Buckle up as we share…

On October 1st, 2023 Tbilisi Marathon was held (organized by Heildebergcement and I  participated in running 10 kilometer distance setting my personal record, finishing in 1 hour 10 minutes, and 1 second. After our successful start at Tbilisi Fun Run in early spring, we decided to challenge ourselves one more time and most team members from…

Ar Cafe Qartuli also called The Georgian is a lovely roadside restaurant near the town of Khashuri (located next to Khashuri - Borjomi highway) which serves typical Georgian cuisine. The pricing is quite affordable, the cuisine is delicious and the interior is nice. When traveling form Tbilisi to Borjomi, I highly recomend to take a stop here,…