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Georgia is a country where everything seems to be specially created for relaxation and treatment, where all nature is a shining example of harmony, endless diversity and rare beauty.
Georgia is famous for its various resorts - balneological, mountain climatic and therapeutic mud. The mild climate, clean air, abundance of thermal springs and deposits of healing mud, as well as the beaches of the Black Sea coast, make Georgia a country for every taste. These places attract with the healing properties of the mountain and sea climate, the abundance of sun, and the richest mineral springs, which makes it possible to successfully treat many diseases.
The coastal part of Adjara is a favorite destination for tourists arriving in Georgia and is distinguished by its diverse resort areas.
Batumi
Batumi is one of the most popular tourist destinations on the Black Sea coast. This is a city at the crossroads of times and religions, in the contrast of modern and ancient architecture.
Batumi Boulevard is the most important attraction of the city. Construction of the boulevard began in 1881, when the governor of the Batumi region entrusted the construction of a park along the city embankment to German gardeners Ressler and Reyer.
Today the length of the boulevard has already reached 7 kilometers and is conditionally divided into “new” and “old”. But the unusually beautiful park is still there. In recent years it has been decorated with modern sculptures, original benches and fountains.
The city is located in a subtropical climate. Every year thousands of tourists come here not only from Georgia itself, but also from all over the world. In 2012, the American Academy of Hospitality named Batumi the best tourist destination of the year.
In the second half of the 20th century, foreign European architects worked to give the city a modern look. The development of Batumi is closely connected with global economic and industrial development: it was during this period that the famous Nobel brothers and the Rothschild family began their food activities in Batumi.
Today Batumi is changing its appearance. New hotels, tourist and sports facilities are being built. A fashionable shopping center-gallery with swimming pools, a yacht club and attractions for children is being built. The city hosts many international festivals and events every year.
Batumi was first mentioned in the works of the Greek philosopher Aristotle in the 4th century BC, but archaeologists have found evidence that there were settlements on the site of modern Batumi back in the 1st-2nd millennium BC.
Cape Verde
One of the most beautiful seaside resorts in Georgia, Cape Verde or Mtsvane Kontskhi, is located just nine kilometers from Batumi. This is one of the most popular holiday destinations for both visitors and locals.
This place received the name Cape Verde because of its year-round green cover. The resort's climate is subtropical, with abundant heat and moisture, which encourages the growth of tropical plants. The total area of the garden is about 120 hectares, which contains a magnificent collection of 5 thousand species, of which almost half are tree and shrub species. Only 104 of them can be found in the Caucasus. In one territory they coexist perfectly: blue eucalyptus and Japanese sakura, cactus plantations and a bamboo grove, palm trees and giant spruce trees.
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Hot summers promote sunbathing, as well as the treatment of respiratory diseases.
The improvement of this place began at the end of the 19th century. On the beautiful slopes of Cape Verde, the Batumi Botanical Garden of world significance was laid out, which annually welcomes thousands of vacationers and guests.
The coastal strip of Cape Verde is incredibly picturesque. The fine-pebble beaches are always full of vacationers, including lovers of active recreation (diving and windsurfing). Wild rocky beaches are open for extreme sports enthusiasts.
Kobuleti
Kobuleti is a real pearl of Adjara. The resort is located in the Colchis lowland and differs from other seaside resorts in the region with its special microclimate. People come here to sunbathe on a clean pebble beach, breathe in the fresh sea air, admire the magnificent views, and, of course, treat their health.
The resort area of Kobuleti, located 20 kilometers from Batumi, stretches for more than 10 kilometers along the coast. The resort is distinguished by a mild subtropical climate, ionized air, pine forests, hot sun and warm sea, which is recommended for both relaxation and treatment.
As throughout Georgia, the beaches here are municipal, and therefore clean and well-groomed. Small pebbles and clear seas give you the pleasure of a beach holiday with the unique natural healing properties of black magnetic sands.
Today in Kobuleti such a method of treatment as thalassotherapy or treatment by the sea and sea air is very widely used. Scientists have found that sea water, compared to fresh water, increases the metabolic function of the skin by more than 25%.
Chakvi
Chakvi is a small resort, completely surrounded by greenery, located on the Black Sea coast of Adjara, 17 kilometers from Batumi. In Chakvi the beach is pebble, only at the very edge of the water there is sand, mainly made up of small shells and pebbles.
The name of the resort is associated with tea. Tea culture has been developed here since ancient times, and therefore the resort is called the capital of Georgian tea. In Chakvi you can see huge tea plantations, which are spread over a fairly large area. In addition, here you can admire plantations of Japanese tangerines and bamboo.
Gonio
In Gonio, in addition to the clear sea and mountain slopes, tourists and vacationers are attracted by the eucalyptus grove located along the road and endowing vacationers with a healing aroma that brings health benefits. The beach is large pebbles, like everywhere else in the vicinity of Batumi.
In addition, vacationers in Gonio, which is located 11 kilometers from Batumi, are attracted by the ruins of an ancient fortress of the same name.
Gonio Fortress (or Gonio-Apsaros Fortress) is the oldest fortress in Georgia. The history of the fortress goes back several thousand years. The oldest archaeological layers excavated by archaeologists on the territory of the fortress date back to the 15th-17th centuries BC. There is a legend that the name Apsaros comes from the ancient Greek myth of the Argonauts. According to legend, it was in this place that the son of King Aeta, Apsyrtus, who was killed by Jason, was buried.
There are many legends and myths associated with the fortress. On the territory of the fortress there is a grave, which today is considered to be the grave of the Apostle Matthew - one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ, whom the Savior accepted into his circle instead of Judas Iscariot.
According to one version, the Apostle Matthew, after the death of Christ, came to the Gonio fortress and stayed here to preach. The tomb of the Apostle Matthew is located on the territory of the Roman praetorium (from Latin literally “the commander’s tent”).
Based on the enormous historical and cultural significance of the Gonio fortress, the Georgian government declared it a museum-reserve in 1994.
Kvariati
Kvariati is one of the most popular resorts on the Black Sea coast, which has an excellent location, combining mountain air with sea air. A distinctive feature of the resort is crystal clear sea water, thanks to which many vacationers and also business people come here.
Kvariati is located 14 kilometers south of Batumi, not far from the Georgian-Turkish border. The beach is pebble and clean, one kilometer long. Kvariati has earned its popularity due to its deep waters and attractive underwater world, which is ideal for diving.
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That is why at the beginning of the beach, almost at the very rocks, there is the only diving center in Georgia, where you can get training, dive with a mask and fins, and try diving of various types, including on sunken ships.
In addition to relaxation and entertainment, together with other Black Sea resorts in Adjara, it is recommended for the treatment of the vascular-central nervous system and gynecological diseases.
By the river
Ureki is one of the most popular seaside climatic resorts, located in the Ozurgeti region (Western Georgia) 50 kilometers from Batumi. The proximity of the warm Black Sea contributes to the formation of a humid subtropical climate in the Ureki area.
The coast of Ureki is a strip of pine and eucalyptus forests, which, combined with sea air, fills everything around with a very special intoxicating aroma.
The rich gifts of nature - the sea, the sun, fine velvety sand with magnetic properties - make the Ureki resort a unique place for active recreation and treatment.
Unlike other Black Sea resorts, there are sandy beaches here. And not simple ones - fine-grained sand is enriched with magnetite, which is called “magnetic sand”. People come here to improve their health - doctors claim that Ureki magnetic sands help with diseases of the musculoskeletal system and nervous system.
The healing properties of the magnetic field have been known since ancient times. They were used for treatment by the Egyptians, Greeks, and Indian yogis. In modern medicine, the magnetic field is widely used as a physiotherapeutic method called magnetotherapy.
The main reserves of such sand on the Black Sea coast are Bulgaria and Georgia. Georgian sands contain 2-3% magnetite, but in some cases the content can reach 70% - in small layers in the upper layers. Bulgarian magnetic sand placers are wider than Georgian ones, but the maximum content of magnetite in them is significantly lower. Black magnetic sands on the beaches of Georgia are a rare and unique phenomenon.
Grigoleti
Grigoleti is one of the most famous Georgian Black Sea resorts located in the southwestern part of the Colchis lowland. On one side, Grigoleti is washed by the waters of the Black Sea, and on the other, it is decorated with mountains.
Most of the coast is covered with pine forest. Grigoleti beach consists of magnetic sand, especially useful for joint and rheumatic diseases. Also on the territory of the resort is Lake Grigoleti.
According to legend, the Golden Fleece was kept here and the beautiful Medea lived.
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Spanish architect Alberto Domingo was invited to build the resort. He changed the geometry of the coastal strip, designed a new embankment, laid out a large amusement park and built the longest pedestrian bridge in Europe (540 meters), which connects the resort with the village of Ganmukhuri, located on the other side of the Enguri River.
At the moment, the coast is being built up with modern hotels and tourist facilities. A deep-sea port and a Free Industrial Zone will be built in Anaklia, which will contribute to the development of the region and, accordingly, tourism infrastructure and the growth of tourists.
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The choice of a resort for a holiday with a child depends on how many days you are going to Georgia and for what purpose. If you are traveling mainly for the sake of the sea, some places will suit you, but if entertainment in a noisy city comes first, you need others.
Tourism in Georgia
Tourists from Russia, Ukraine, Europe, Asia and even the USA go to Georgia on vacation. Not surprising, because Georgia is traditions, folk food, mountain nature, sea and friendly people all rolled into one. This country is suitable for family and company holidays.
Most visitors choose to holiday near the water. The country is washed Black Sea, the climate here is humid, subtropical. In the coastal part of Georgia you can find resorts for every budget and taste.
Sunny Batumi
Where to relax in Georgia by the sea, if not in Batumi? This resort is located along the coast and is suitable for relaxation if your visit to Georgia lasts less than 5 days. Advantages of Batumi in terms of holidays with children:
- the city has a water park, a dolphinarium, a zoo and other entertainment for children;
- next to each hotel or hostel there will be markets and shops nearby;
- the city is safe;
- many places for walking (parks, embankment);
- There are many clubs and restaurants available for parents to relax.
Such a developed infrastructure also results in a lack of recreation in Batumi - not very clean sea. Top beaches for swimming: Iveria, Mandarin and My Black Sea.
If you vacationed in Abkhazia before traveling to Georgia, you may have problems with entry.
During the tourist influx season (this is the period from July to September), the cost of a vacation can be steep. A trip in the autumn months is relatively inexpensive. Locals say that even in October the sea in Georgia is warm.
Holidays in Gonio and Kvariati
Both of these beautiful cities are located in the coastal part of Georgia. will suit you if your trip to Georgia lasts at least a week. A distinctive feature of these resorts is the healing mountain air and crystal sea. Of the minuses of both cities:
- there is not much entertainment for children, at most single playgrounds and trampolines;
- underdeveloped infrastructure.
Beaches in this area pebble. The stones get very hot during the day, which can be uncomfortable. Another controversial nuance is the steep coastline. The shore itself is deep and drops sharply down 1-2 meters. Some beaches may experience high waves and frequent storms.
For a city break, go to Batumi, the journey takes 20 minutes and costs up to $0.5.
In Gonio, be sure to visit the famous eucalyptus grove And ruins of ancient castles. There are many diving spots in Kvariati, the seabed there is very beautiful. This is where the options for cultural recreation end.
Ureki and Grigoleti
You can also go to these resorts for a vacation lasting from 1 week. Beaches in cities sandy, the sea is relatively shallow and the shore enters the sea gradually. Resort By the river known for its magnetic sands, which can cure many childhood diseases, diseases of the musculoskeletal system and cardiovascular system, and even cerebral palsy.
The sea itself in these resorts is clean and warmer than in Batumi. You don’t even have to book accommodation in advance and look for it yourself right on the spot. In the private sector, every second house is rented out. There are several significant disadvantages of Ureki and Grigoleti:
- a lot of mosquitoes;
- not very clean coastline;
- in summer the beach is almost always crowded with vacationers;
- There are few shops and other advantages of civilization.
Ureki and Grigoleti- these are villages, not cities. Renting housing there is not particularly expensive, but while relaxing there you won’t be able to have much fun or go for a walk. It is very often impossible to travel to Batumi for these purposes; the journey one way takes about 1.5 hours. If you are going to Georgia specifically for the sea, these options are just right.
The city is not very far away Poti, this is a port city. There are more different shops and entertainment places. As a last resort, you can go for a walk there.
Kobuleti
This city is very similar in structure to Batumi, it is the second most popular among vacationers in Georgia. If you decide to go to Kobuleti- settle closer to the city center, there is nothing much to do on the outskirts. If the issue of price is critical for you, you can rent housing very cheaply in residential areas.
In every more or less large city in Georgia you can rent a car, which makes getting around much more convenient.
There are a lot of beaches in this city; there are places to relax with both very small and large pebbles. Among the advantages of Kabuleti:
- there is an amusement park Tsitsinatela with a huge territory and a large number of attractions for children, adults and families;
- many bars, restaurants, cafes;
- you can rent accommodation to suit a wide range of budgets and tastes;
- For children there are playgrounds, cafes with animators and other entertainment.
Kabuleti has a very well-functioning transport connection system. Moving around the city does not cause any inconvenience.
Cape Verde
This area is also called by another name. It is not very far from Batumi - only 9 km.
This resort is more reminiscent of a tropical area; it has a very humid and warm climate. The cape remains green all year round. The advantages of Mtsvane-Kontskhi are:
- Here you can spend a lot of time with your children even in the hottest part of the day. Such a number of plants makes the air very clean and healing; people often go to this resort to restore the respiratory system.
- There is a very large botanical garden; your child will be able to see unique plant species.
- Viewpoints offer views of the most beautiful landscapes.
- Variety of beaches. On the green cape you will find both small pebble beaches for families with children and places for extreme recreation with a steep coastline.
- There is an opportunity to go diving and windsurfing.
- The sea is very clean.
The area is adapted for recreation for both adults and children. Here you will feel very comfortable.
Shekvetili
This is a village located next to the resort of Ureki. This place is characterized by the same magnetic sands and forest groves that are present in Ureki and Grigoleti. Differences between Shekvetili and other resorts:
- Only cottages are available for occupancy (it is not possible to rent housing from private owners), you can rent the entire house or rent a couple of rooms;
- it is much quieter here than in other resorts in Georgia;
- relatively few vacationers.
Shekvetili more suitable for those who like passive family vacations. If you come here, you need to purchase food and everything you need in advance, because there are no shops, cafes and restaurants within walking distance. If you have long wanted to escape from civilization and the bustle of the city, you will like Shekvetili.
If you go to Shekvetili, when? The maximum water temperature is reached in August, rental prices in this month are not very high, so the best option would be the end of summer and the very beginning of autumn.
Anaklia
This new resort is located in Western Georgia, 150 km away from Batumi. Anaklia received city status recently and has not yet had time to survive the influx of tourists. Due to this, the resort’s beaches and sea are still very clean. Anaklia already has a fairly well-developed infrastructure and transport links within the city. For a family holiday, the resort has the following places:
- amusement park;
- hotels of various categories;
- a yacht club where you can book boat excursions or rent a yacht;
- many cafes and restaurants.
There are no downsides to holidaying in Anaklia except one - since the city is new, it is not yet a thoroughly tested and explored territory by tourists. If this is your first vacation trip to Georgia, it is better to go to Batumi or Kobuleti. It is worth going to Anaklia for reconnaissance without children first.
On the Black Sea coast of Georgia there are many resorts where you can not only sunbathe on wide beaches, but also receive medical treatment.
Georgia is an amazing country. Here, the high mountains of the Caucasus adjoin the clean beaches and warm sea of Adjara. The most delicious cuisine in Georgia makes tourists come to the Black Sea resorts. We bring to your attention the top 5 best resorts in Georgia.
The road to Batumi from Kyiv is about a two-hour flight. large, but the best deals begin to be booked in mid-spring. As a result, finding suitable housing at an affordable price becomes a problem. If you book a hotel room for July, the cost of a day's rest will be about 50-70 dollars. Many Georgian websites have interesting offers. Batumi realtors are also active on social networks, offering good living conditions.
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Batumi
Batumi is famous for its cuisine. Here, khinkali, mtsdavi, chashashuli.
Just look at the endless beaches of Batumi. Life is always bustling here: vacationers rush to the beach during the day, and in the evening young people have fun and couples in love walk. Here you will not be bored with trading. She's practically not here. In general, it is worth noting that this beach is also called Batumi Beach. While relaxing on the beach and swimming in the sea, don’t forget to visit the Summer Theatre, Singing Fountains, Dolphinarium, seaside park with a palm grove, Tamara Fortress and the National Botanical Garden of the Georgian Academy of Sciences.
Kobuleti
20 kilometers from Batumi there is another unique resort - Kobuleti. It is considered one of the best in the entire Caucasus due to its healing microclimate, pine forest and clean air.
Here the small pebble beach stretches for as much as 12 kilometers. There is enough housing in Kobuleti. There are hotels here that can be found on well-known booking sites, and the private sector, where you will be greeted cordially by the owner. Prices in Kobuleti are very different from Batumi.
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Kobuleti
On top of everything else, people come to Kobuleti for medical treatment. People come here with diseases of the respiratory system, liver, kidneys, and some cardiovascular diseases. If you want adrenaline and entertainment, then it is possible to rent a yacht, catamarans and scooters. There is an amusement park not far from the resort. Can't stay in place? Go on excursions to Tsikhisdziri, Ochkhamuri, Batumi, Kutaisi or neighboring Turkey.
Mtsvane-Kontskhi or Cape Verde
It’s worth coming here to relax and enjoy nature and the sea. Many people come to this resort for the botanical garden, where they even grow kiwis and bananas.
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Mtsvane-Kontskhi
You can live right on the territory of the botanical garden. Local residents charge the same money if, for example, they vacation on the Black Sea coast. However, you will live among tropical vines and exotic flowers.
Mostly pebble. The sea here is relatively clean and the water is quite warm. The number of people on the beaches is not very large even during the peak tourist season - there are always free places.
Among the disadvantages of a beach holiday in Batumi, I would like to note the large pebble bottom - going into the water and lying on towels is quite inconvenient, many tourists swim in special shoes and rent sun loungers for 3 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
3 lari = 0.99 euro;
3 lari = 1.14 dollars;
3 lari = 75.66 rubles;
3 lari = 31.92 hryvnia;
3 lari = 2.55 Belarusian rubles.
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In terms of shopping, there are many shops in Batumi, but it’s difficult to find really interesting things. We would recommend starting with the store - it seemed to us optimal in terms of price and quality ratio.
Interesting: detailed article about prices in Batumi: how much food and souvenirs cost
For tourists interested, Batumi has something to see. The city itself is very modern and beautiful. You can spend 2-3 days just examining it.
First of all, I would like to highlight:, Piazza, local, Batumi embankment, and Argonauts Square.
It would be a good idea to visit the attractions near Batumi. For budget travelers, I would like to recommend first and foremost.
Kobuleti - an option for independent holidays
In this panorama you can simultaneously see the beach, modern hotels in Ureki, and typical housing in the private sector. Try rotating it with your mouse.
Important Note
Ureki is primarily a health resort for people with serious musculoskeletal disorders. Especially a lot of young children are brought here.
Many tourists will not be comfortable relaxing and seeing seriously ill children.
Since Ureki is more of a health resort, prices for housing and food here will be higher than in other “village” types. If treatment is not the purpose of the trip, we recommend choosing any other resort.
Gonio and Kvariati - live with sea and mountain views
The villages of Gonio and Kvariati are located south of Batumi. These resorts have a common beach and in essence they are not much different. The sea here is noticeably cleaner than in Batumi. The mountains approach almost the sea itself, and therefore there are a lot of beautiful views in the surrounding area. The resort is suitable exclusively for a relaxing holiday close to nature.
If you are vacationing in Gonio or Kvariati, be sure to visit the Gonia Fortress. A ticket costs only 3 GEL, but you will be left with a lot of impressions.
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They write on the Internet that Gonio and Kvariati are elite resorts in Georgia. Indeed, prices for housing and food here are noticeably higher (30-50%) than in Batumi, but this is where all the elitism of the resort ends. The infrastructure here is weak, there is not much to do. The only saving grace is the minibuses, which go to Batumi every 10 minutes and cost 80 tetri GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
0.8 lari = 0.26 euros;
0.8 lari = 0.3 dollars;
0.8 lari = 20.18 rubles;
0.8 lari = 8.51 hryvnia;
0.8 lari = 0.68 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate.. A taxi will cost approx. 10 lari GEORGIAN GEL RATE:
10 lari = 3.31 euros;
10 lari = 3.8 dollars;
10 lari = 252.2 rubles;
10 lari = 106.4 hryvnia;
10 lari = 8.5 Belarusian rubles.
Exchange rates and prices may not be accurate., if you bargain.
If you still plan to come here, book your accommodation in advance: prices in Gonio and prices in Kvariati. During the season, finding decent accommodation in the private sector or booking a good hotel locally is very difficult. In spring or autumn there are no problems with this, but the resort seems to “fall asleep” - it becomes boring already on the 2-3rd day of rest.
If you book accommodation in the private sector - beware of deception. Very often, housing in poor condition and on the mountain, half an hour walk from the beach, is rented out at low prices. It's easy to go down, but not so much to go up in the heat. At the same time, beautiful photos will in no way protect you from scammers - they take them from the Internet or photograph someone else’s home. When you come on vacation during the peak season, there will be no other accommodation, and the owner will say “well, what did you want for that money?”
The only diving center in Georgia is located on the territory of Kvariati.
Sarpi is a resort on the very border with Turkey
The beaches in the village are also very ordinary, albeit with black sand. Quite a lot of garbage, but the water is clean and warm.
Map of Georgian sea resorts
For your convenience, we have marked all the main seaside resorts of Georgia on the map.
The choice of a resort for a holiday with a child depends on how many days you are going to Georgia and for what purpose. If you are traveling mainly for the sake of the sea, some places will suit you, but if entertainment in a noisy city comes first, you need others.
Tourism in Georgia
Tourists from Russia, Ukraine, Europe, Asia and even the USA go to Georgia on vacation. Not surprising, because Georgia is traditions, folk food, mountain nature, sea and friendly people all rolled into one. This country is suitable for family and company holidays.
Most visitors choose to holiday near the water. The country is washed Black Sea, the climate here is humid, subtropical. In the coastal part of Georgia you can find resorts for every budget and taste.
Sunny Batumi
Where to relax in Georgia by the sea, if not in Batumi? This resort is located along the coast and is suitable for relaxation if your visit to Georgia lasts less than 5 days. Advantages of Batumi in terms of holidays with children:
- the city has a water park, a dolphinarium, a zoo and other entertainment for children;
- next to each hotel or hostel there will be markets and shops nearby;
- the city is safe;
- many places for walking (parks, embankment);
- There are many clubs and restaurants available for parents to relax.
Such a developed infrastructure also results in a lack of recreation in Batumi - not very clean sea. Top beaches for swimming: Iveria, Mandarin and My Black Sea.
If you vacationed in Abkhazia before traveling to Georgia, you may have problems with entry.
During the tourist influx season (this is the period from July to September), the cost of a vacation can be steep. A trip in the autumn months is relatively inexpensive. Locals say that even in October the sea in Georgia is warm.
Holidays in Gonio and Kvariati
Both of these beautiful cities are located in the coastal part of Georgia. will suit you if your trip to Georgia lasts at least a week. A distinctive feature of these resorts is the healing mountain air and crystal sea. Of the minuses of both cities:
- there is not much entertainment for children, at most single playgrounds and trampolines;
- underdeveloped infrastructure.
Beaches in this area pebble. The stones get very hot during the day, which can be uncomfortable. Another controversial nuance is the steep coastline. The shore itself is deep and drops sharply down 1-2 meters. Some beaches may experience high waves and frequent storms.
For a city break, go to Batumi, the journey takes 20 minutes and costs up to $0.5.
In Gonio, be sure to visit the famous eucalyptus grove And ruins of ancient castles. There are many diving spots in Kvariati, the seabed there is very beautiful. This is where the options for cultural recreation end.
Ureki and Grigoleti
You can also go to these resorts for a vacation lasting from 1 week. Beaches in cities sandy, the sea is relatively shallow and the shore enters the sea gradually. Resort By the river known for its magnetic sands, which can cure many childhood diseases, diseases of the musculoskeletal system and cardiovascular system, and even cerebral palsy.
The sea itself in these resorts is clean and warmer than in Batumi. You don’t even have to book accommodation in advance and look for it yourself right on the spot. In the private sector, every second house is rented out. There are several significant disadvantages of Ureki and Grigoleti:
- a lot of mosquitoes;
- not very clean coastline;
- in summer the beach is almost always crowded with vacationers;
- There are few shops and other advantages of civilization.
Ureki and Grigoleti- these are villages, not cities. Renting housing there is not particularly expensive, but while relaxing there you won’t be able to have much fun or go for a walk. It is very often impossible to travel to Batumi for these purposes; the journey one way takes about 1.5 hours. If you are going to Georgia specifically for the sea, these options are just right.
The city is not very far away Poti, this is a port city. There are more different shops and entertainment places. As a last resort, you can go for a walk there.
Kobuleti
This city is very similar in structure to Batumi, it is the second most popular among vacationers in Georgia. If you decide to go to Kobuleti- settle closer to the city center, there is nothing much to do on the outskirts. If the issue of price is critical for you, you can rent housing very cheaply in residential areas.
In every more or less large city in Georgia you can rent a car, which makes getting around much more convenient.
There are a lot of beaches in this city; there are places to relax with both very small and large pebbles. Among the advantages of Kabuleti:
- there is an amusement park Tsitsinatela with a huge territory and a large number of attractions for children, adults and families;
- many bars, restaurants, cafes;
- you can rent accommodation to suit a wide range of budgets and tastes;
- For children there are playgrounds, cafes with animators and other entertainment.
Kabuleti has a very well-functioning transport connection system. Moving around the city does not cause any inconvenience.
Cape Verde
This area is also called by another name. It is not very far from Batumi - only 9 km.
This resort is more reminiscent of a tropical area; it has a very humid and warm climate. The cape remains green all year round. The advantages of Mtsvane-Kontskhi are:
- Here you can spend a lot of time with your children even in the hottest part of the day. Such a number of plants makes the air very clean and healing; people often go to this resort to restore the respiratory system.
- There is a very large botanical garden; your child will be able to see unique plant species.
- Viewpoints offer views of the most beautiful landscapes.
- Variety of beaches. On the green cape you will find both small pebble beaches for families with children and places for extreme recreation with a steep coastline.
- There is an opportunity to go diving and windsurfing.
- The sea is very clean.
The area is adapted for recreation for both adults and children. Here you will feel very comfortable.
Shekvetili
This is a village located next to the resort of Ureki. This place is characterized by the same magnetic sands and forest groves that are present in Ureki and Grigoleti. Differences between Shekvetili and other resorts:
- Only cottages are available for occupancy (it is not possible to rent housing from private owners), you can rent the entire house or rent a couple of rooms;
- it is much quieter here than in other resorts in Georgia;
- relatively few vacationers.
Shekvetili more suitable for those who like passive family vacations. If you come here, you need to purchase food and everything you need in advance, because there are no shops, cafes and restaurants within walking distance. If you have long wanted to escape from civilization and the bustle of the city, you will like Shekvetili.
If you go to Shekvetili, when? The maximum water temperature is reached in August, rental prices in this month are not very high, so the best option would be the end of summer and the very beginning of autumn.
Anaklia
This new resort is located in Western Georgia, 150 km away from Batumi. Anaklia received city status recently and has not yet had time to survive the influx of tourists. Due to this, the resort’s beaches and sea are still very clean. Anaklia already has a fairly well-developed infrastructure and transport links within the city. For a family holiday, the resort has the following places:
- amusement park;
- hotels of various categories;
- a yacht club where you can book boat excursions or rent a yacht;
- many cafes and restaurants.
There are no downsides to holidaying in Anaklia except one - since the city is new, it is not yet a thoroughly tested and explored territory by tourists. If this is your first vacation trip to Georgia, it is better to go to Batumi or Kobuleti. It is worth going to Anaklia for reconnaissance without children first.