One of Europe’s most ancient cities with rooms as cheap as £10 is tipped to become the next tourist hotspot.
Tbilisi, Georgia’s historic capital, may not be the most well-known destination but the city offers inexpensive food and low-cost activities, perfect for a holiday without breaking the bank.
Those looking for budget getaway can stay in a bargain hotel here from £34, a cost based on two people sharing a room.
Overnight stays are even cheaper if you’re prepared to bunk in a hostel dorm, with beds for just £6 and private rooms for £10.
Tbilisi has an enchanting mix of European, eastern, mediaeval and Soviet influences surrounded by nature, but drenched in folklore and modern accoutrements.
Old Tbilisi, designated a world heritage site by UNESCO, is a labyrinth of brick houses with pastel-coloured, wooden carved balconies interlaced with lanes that crisscross horizontally and vertically.
For those looking for some relaxation, there are also affordable Persian-style spas in the Abanotubani area. These spas are supplied by natural sulphurous waters.
Tbilisi is known as the heartland of wine, with some considering Georgia the “cradle of wine” and the best bit is that the average bottle costs a cheap £3.50.
And now Georgian wine is gaining popularity beyond its borders. Last year, Georgia exported over 140 million bottles of wine to more than 65 countries, according to the National Wine Agency of Georgia.
Whilst the average price of beer is just £38p.
Next year British holidaymakers will be able to jet off to the Georgian capital with a wide choice of flights.
The British Airways service will take off every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday from London Heathrow from March 30 2025.
EasyJet’s new route from London Luton to Tbilisi will take flight just two days later on April 1 2025. Travellers can embark on their Georgian adventures on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Yet the direct journey, spanning roughly 2,223 miles, is currently challenged by airspace restrictions over Ukraine and Russia, compelling Western airlines to take alternative, lengthier routes, reports the Mirror.
The Independent reveals that the expected flight path will likely extend travel time, estimating around five hours to reach Georgia, with the return trip to Luton taking approximately five hours and 40 minutes.
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