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Turkey

Istanbul With Kids

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In late May 2023, my family and I embarked on a spontaneous adventure to Istanbul, immersing ourselves in the lively atmosphere of this vibrant city.Our itinerary was filled with the thrill of amusement parks, where we embraced the joy of heart-pounding rides and laughter. Amidst the fun, we had the pleasure of meeting a dozen skilled Turkish mechanics, adding a unique touch to our journey. Engaging conversations and shared moments made this…

Living in Georgia

Sighnaghi and Mtskheta trip

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This time around, the stage was set between swimming pools, intense jiu-jitsu sessions, and explorations of two iconic Georgian towns - Sighnaghi and Mtskheta.The weekend kicked off with a perfect balance of fitness and fun. Picture this - a refreshing plunge into inviting swimming pools, followed by intense jiu-jitsu sessions. The rhythmic flow of water and the discipline of martial arts created a unique synergy, leaving me energized and ready…

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From Hot Pools to Frame Houses: Our Adventure in Kavtiskhevi

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From fishing to flying drones, trying Georgian beer, and staying at a beautiful resort with hot pools, there's no shortage of exciting things to do in this picturesque region of Georgia. One of the highlights of your trip was undoubtedly the opportunity to visit Ekaterina Jinoridze's village and explore some of the best places nearby. With its stunning scenery, charming architecture, and friendly locals, Kavtiskhevi is truly a hidden gem that…

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Tbilisi Adventure Run Fun Race with Caucasus Translations Team

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On April 23, 2023, we run our first adventure race in Tbilisi through the spectacular mountains close to Mtstasminda Park. The run turned out a bit harder than I expected, but the result still was awesome and everyone from the team finished. I come up with the idea to have custom print T-shirts for every team member at Caucasus Translations I made this design in Canva, the idea was to raise awareness of the brand name via QR code. We didn't…

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Batumi. Easter. 2023

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The Great Easter Movie is Out - Another Awesome Weekend in Batumi! Batumi, the coastal city of Georgia, has always been a favorite destination for tourists all over the world. It is a perfect blend of nature, culture, and modernization that leaves everyone in awe. This year, we visited Batumi once again and had an amazing time exploring the city's hidden gems. We decided to stay in the Old Town and booked a boutique hotel O. Galogre that gave…

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Jiu-Jitsu, Easter, Birtvisi

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This past weekend was an unforgettable one, full of excitement and adventure. We were privileged to spend it with Coach Giorgi and experience the amazing world of Jiu-Jitsu. Along with this incredible martial art, we also got to partake in some Easter festivities such as egg coloring, food experiments, and an unforgettable picnic at Birtvisi Canyon. Jiu-Jitsu is a unique form of martial arts that originated in Japan and has since spread all…

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12 years in Georgia

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Georgia, a land of diverse cultures, mouth-watering cuisine, and breathtaking landscapes, has been my home for the past twelve years. Time flies when you're having fun, and I can say without a doubt that every year has been nothing short of amazing. From the bustling city streets to the tranquil countryside, Georgia has never ceased to amaze me. The first weekend at the start of April 2023 was no exception. I decided to document my adventures…

Latvia

Spring Break in Latvia

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If you're looking for a unique and unforgettable Spring Break experience, Latvia might just be the perfect destination for you. With its rich history, breathtaking landscapes, and lively cities, Latvia offers a one-of-a-kind vacation that will leave you with memories to last a lifetime. One of the highlights of any trip to Latvia is exploring the western part of the country, which is known for its stunning natural scenery and outdoor activities…

Armenia

Exploring the Best of Armenia: A Travel Video from our Business Trip

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Welcome to our latest video, where we take you on a journey to Armenia, a country known for its rich culture, history, and stunning natural beauty. In the mid February 2023 we visited Yerevean for a weekend to conduct work interviews with potenital country managers for the translation company expansion plans We stayed at the luxurious Marriott Yerevan Hotel, visited the Rio Shopping Mall, tried some of the finest Armenian brandy, explored the…

Latvia

Birthday in Latgale

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While editing the "Big Documentary Film 2022"  and while working with August 2022 video files - I made an additional, short film - a wonderful weekend, during which we traveled from Ječi to Andzeli - visiting Koknese, Varakļani, Rēzekne, Daugpili, Dagdu - a couple of lakes and more. Latgale is cool, go to Latgale! Enjoy the video and thumbs up!

Israel

Israel Movie 2022 / 2023

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Israel movie is out - or we made a short week trip to the Holy Land, visiting Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Bethlehem (Palestinian territories), getting tan at Herod's place in Eilat, and back to Tel Aviv.  High-speed rail, inner flights, fine cuisine, and many more. Filmed: Dec 28, 2022 - Jan 3, 2023 Israel, also known as the Holy Land, is a country that holds immense historical and religious significance for many people around the world. With…

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Christmas in Bakuriani

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Another awesome holiday weekend has been recorded, this time we had a road trip to Bakuriani, staying in a lovely log house with fine cuisine. Winter fun, attractions, gifts, and a lot of fun with drones. Made my first real - flythrough. December 23-25, 2022 Enjoy the video and thumbs up!

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Life and Business in Georgia

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Life and Business in Georgia - or another awesome weekend has been recorded - Together with a business partner from Canada exploring construction sites in Tbilisi, building relationships while hiking around Turtle lake, and sipping hot wine with Guliani. Fun with Santa and his socks. Thumbs up and enjoy!

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Racha trip

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Unforgettable Fall break from QSI Tbilisi to the picturesque region of Racha. From lush vineyards to charming wooden cottages, from hiking above the clouds to stumbling upon a defunct cable car station, our adventure had it all. So, fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a virtual tour filled with nature, culture, and a touch of rustic charm.Taking advantage of the convenient 30-minute flight from Tbilisi to Ambrolauri with Vanilla Sky, our…

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Batumi and Tbilisoba

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A quick day trip to Batumi and back by Vanilla Sky from Natakhtari airfield, stay at the Hilton hotel with heated swimming pool + some bits of real estate investing, returned back to Tbilisi and voted at Latvian Parliament elections 2022 at the embassy, the next day visited Tbilisi city festival. Enjoy the show and thumbs up!

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Hiking Likani, Sunday school Rustavi

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Another awesome weekend in Georgia 🇬🇪- with some elements of offroad riding, hiking, camping, horseback riding near Likani station, and a few skulls at Green monastery Saturday. Back to Rustavi scout center for a lovely Sunday with fellow Latvians.  Our last weekend trip with VW Touareg. 

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Eagle canyon in Georgia

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The bear went over the mountain .. or last weekend we went hiking at the Eagle Canyon near Dedoplistskaro, Shopping at the Dezerteer market in Tbilisi, and exercising at Lisi Lake... another fabulous weekend has been put on our tapes and post-processed. Enjoy the video and thumbs up!

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Sighnaghi & Vazisubani trip

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At the start of May, Oskars invited us to visit his new hut in Kakheti. After a few stops at McDonald's, Sighanghi, and Bodbe monastery we finally reached Vazisubani, where we were greeted with traditional Georgian supra and a lot of chacha. Now, there is one more cool place where they speak Latvian to visit in Georgia. Enjoy the video and Thumbs up! Filmed with DJI Mavic Air 2 and Samsung Galaxy phone, Georgia May 13-14, 2022

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Tsalka lake & Dashbashi canyon with waterfalls

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 This time, our destination was the mesmerizing Tsalka Lake and Dashbashi Canyon, where nature's beauty unfolds in every corner. From hyper-lapses over the tranquil lake to an adrenaline-pumping drone flight over a 240-meter long glass bridge, this weekend was truly one for the books. Fasten your seatbelts, and let's dive into the magic of Tsalka and Dashbashi!Our journey began at Tsalka Lake, a hidden gem surrounded by rolling hills and…

Living in Georgia

Batumi Loves You

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R is For Restaurant - or here is what we got after spending 4 days in Batumi - dealing with a ton of real estate developers, cheesecakes and chocolate fondants, blue skies, and swimming pools. Hyper lapses and long-range drone flights. Filmed with a DJI Mavic drone and Samsung Galaxy A52 mobile phone. Batumi April 19-April 23, 2022

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Easter 2022

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Good times in Georgia or another awesome Easter weekend have been recorded in our tapes. From the windy mountains near Mtskheta, hiking trip near Turtle lake, egg fights in Tbilisi, meeting fellow Latvians at Vake park, and dining near the Bazaleti lake. Enjoy the video and thumbs up!

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Hiking trip near Turtle Lake

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Hiking trip near Turtle lake in Tbilisi, dining with Rapunzel and other fictional Disney characters near the Svan Tower, meeting real South African and Georgian friends near Bazaleti, tracing numbers and bitcoins back in Tbilisi. enjoy and thumbs up!

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And drones fly at Pasanauri

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'Un droni lido Pasanauri '- or another strange but awesome weekend has been in our tapes - it was planned to visit Gudauri, but 16km from the skiing resort the road was blocked, we turned our car around and visited Ralph Schmidt in Gudaleti, with nice views toward Mount Kazbek instead. 

Sri Lanka

Sri Lanka Chronicles: A Tropical Escape to Colombo, Bentota, and Galle

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Ahoy, fellow wanderers! Join me in this travelogue as I take you on a sun-kissed journey through the gem of the Indian Ocean – Sri Lanka. In January 2022, the island nation unveiled its wonders as I explored the vibrant cityscape of Colombo, basked in the coastal bliss of Bentota, and wandered through the historic charm of Galle. With the Indian Ocean as our constant companion, infinity swimming pools beckoning, and a myriad of flavors to savor…

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