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4 o'clock | Asia | Destinations | Myanmar28 December 2013 – Yangon, Myanmar
Ah the grocery store! Here we are back in Yangon taking a tour of a grocery story on our last day. To be honest, we should have just walked around, it seems most transactions, including for groceries, is done on the street.
4 o'clock | Destinations | Europe | Georgia6 June 2014 – Tbilisi, Georgia
Adventures around Tbilisi ramparts — we climbed the Narikala Fortress, high above the capital, for spectacular city views. Fun fact: Originally it was established in the 4th century as Shuris-tsikhe, or enviable stronghold. But when the Mongols invaded Georgia in 13th century, they renamed the fortress Narikala, or little fortress.
19 June 2014 – Zugdidi, Georgia
Zugdidi is not among the most touristed destinations in Georgia, but if you have the time, we recommend at least half a day. We visited the Dadiani estate, which was a fascinating peak into life of Georgian nobility when the country was part of Russian empire. Aside from beautiful interior, the castle houses one of Napoleon…
4 o'clock | Asia | Destinations | Thailand25 April 2014 – Nong Khai, Thailand
Another look at the Mekong Waterfront in Nong Khai. The small border town really is delightful — and seems a world away from Laos. If you have a chance stay for a day or two, its pleasantly non-touristy.
4 o'clock | Destinations | Europe | Georgia10 June 2014 – Tusheti, Georgia
You know — just chopping some wood in the mountains. Best form of exercise and relaxation. ) Featured here on the grounds of our lovely Tusheti guesthouse – Mirgvela, set on top of a hill about 3 kilometers away from the large village of Omalo (where most visitors stay).
4 o'clock | Albania | Destinations | Europe10 August 2014 – Kruje, Albania
On our last day in Albania we decided on a little day trip from Tirana to Kruje Castle, the bastion of the most eulogized national hero: Skanderbeg. Skanderbeg was an Albanian noble who led a resistance movement – with some success – to the Ottoman Empire in mid 15th century. Pretty neat historical stuff. The castle…