Sarpi

Sarpi is a small village on the coast of the Black Sea of Georgia, on the border with Turkey. There is a border crossing point between Georgia and Turkey. Sarpi is the main land border crossing between the two countries and a major conduit for business travel, especially for Turkish companies doing business in Batumi. Sarpi is located about 12 km south of Batumi and about 20 km northeast of Hopa, Turkey. I used this border crossing quite often about a decade ago, first crossed it back in…

Batumi, a beautiful city on Georgia's Black Sea coast, is a popular destination for beach lovers looking for a relaxing vacation. With its warm weather, crystal clear waters, and stunning scenery, Batumi has everything you need for a perfect beach getaway. In this article, we will explore the best places to swim, sunbathe, and relax in the city, as well as the best time to visit. The best time to visit Batumi is during the summer months, from June to September, when the weather is warm and…

Today and yesterday I was reading some articles, claiming that record number of foreigners have visited Georgia in 2013. According to Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia - 5 365 356 foreigners crossed Georgian border in 2013.Why I dont like this data?Well in 2013, I have crossed Georgian border for some 6 times I guess. 3 times leaving and 3 times entering. So one me accounts for at least 3 times, right? It depends how to count.Ok, lets dig deeper:Georgian side have canceled VISA regime for…