The incredible country where a glass of wine is just £2 with £96 direct flights from UK
Reach Daily Express April 27, 2025 04:39 AM

If you haven't got any holidays booked by now then don't worry - there is still time left and one incredible destination is worth considering. , which lies between Eastern Europe and West Asia is a stunning country, famed as the "birthplace of wine". Its history stretches back 8,000 years with unique methods that have become deep-rooted in the tradition.

The country certainly lives up to its name, one of its ancient winemaking traditions even has And best of all is that the wine - which has world wide recognition - can be enjoyed for as little as £2 a glass in most local restaurants, according to . Geoergian cuisine is also diverse thanks to the blend of cultures within the country.

Although spectacular wine and food sounds about enough to convince most people to take a trip, the country has a lot more to offer. Georgia's vibrant culture extends across the whole country, with local markets, festivals, museums and galleries highlighting how much of a gem the destination is.

Georgia's beauty is evident along the streets and in its perserved architecture including monastries, synagogues and castles. The country has multiple monuments inscribed onto the List, including the historical churches of Mtskheta. Jvari Church is rated 4.7 stars on TripAdvisor.

One visitor said: "Jvari is the favorite of everybody visiting Georgia. Beautiful nice church on the top of the hill. Has a perfect view to the rivers and Mtskheta. The place is full of ppl selling souvenirs. Women must cover heads. Must visit in Georgia."

Another said: "5/5, 1. Best panoramic view. 2. One of the best tourists spots in Georgia. 3. Very historical. 4. Very safe. 5. Free entrance."

As well as stunning buildings, Georgia is home to a range of breathtaking landscapes such as towering moutains and lush forests. Despite being a fairly small country, Georgia has 26,060 rivers, 860 lakes, 55 waterfalls and 44 reservoirs.

currently shows direct one-way flights from London Luton Airport to Tbilisi, Georgia's capital, for £96 in June, with return flights even cheaper at £76

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