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Spring (April–June) and autumn (September–October) are ideal — warm weather, green landscapes, harvest festivals. Summer is hot in Tbilisi but perfect for mountain hiking. Winter is great for skiing at Gudauri.

Citizens of 98 countries can enter Georgia visa-free for up to 365 days, including the USA, UK, EU, Canada, Australia, Japan, and more. Other nationalities can apply for an e-visa at evisa.gov.ge.

The Georgian Lari (GEL) is the national currency. ATMs are widely available in cities. USD and EUR are easily exchanged. Avoid exchanging at the airport — better rates are found at exchange kiosks in city centres.

Tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. In restaurants, 10% is customary if service charge is not included. Tips for drivers and guides are appreciated. Round up taxi fares. Keep small GEL bills for tips.

Georgia is generally very safe for tourists. Violent crime is rare. Petty theft can occur in crowded areas like Tbilisi's old town. Avoid the occupied territories (South Ossetia, Abkhazia). Driving in mountains requires caution.

Yes — Georgia has fast 4G/LTE coverage in cities and most tourist areas. SIM cards from Magti, Geocell, or Beeline are cheap and available at airports and shops. Wi-Fi is widespread in hotels, cafes, and restaurants.

Georgia uses 220V / 50Hz with European-style Type C and Type F (Schuko) sockets. US and UK appliances will need a plug adapter, and US devices may need a voltage converter.

Marshrutkas (shared minibuses) connect most towns cheaply. Tbilisi has a metro, buses, and taxis. For remote areas (Svaneti, Tusheti), a 4WD is essential. Bolt and Yandex work for city taxis. Trains run Tbilisi–Batumi–Kutaisi.

Georgian (Kartuli) is the official language with its unique script. Russian is widely understood, especially among older generations. English is increasingly spoken in Tbilisi, tourist areas, and by younger Georgians.

Must-try dishes: khinkali (soup dumplings), khachapuri (cheese bread), mtsvadi (BBQ), badrijani nigvzit (eggplant with walnut paste), chakapuli (lamb stew), and lobiani (bean bread). Georgian cuisine is rich, hearty, and unforgettable.