Traveling Across the Little Known Country of GEORGIA

An incredible day of traveling across the country of Georgia, on the edge of Europe and Asia.
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Gabriel is a world traveler and travel writer who has been adventuring around the world since his first trip to Europe in the summer of 1990 when he was 18 years old. He is author of "Gabe's Guide to Budget Travel", "Following My Thumb" and several other books available on Amazon.com and elsewhere.
Thanks a lot for watching and safe journeys!

[@brucebenson5908]

Just realize another thing I admire about Gabriel and his channel. Whether exploring the icons of a classical renaissance city or the rural hinterlands of a little-known country, he brings the same genuine curiosity to understand what is before him.

[@jasnah9717]

100% agree

[@debabanerjee9131]

I think that part of the reason for that is Gabriel respects all cultures which reflects his true authentic American cultural heritage and I only have respect and admiration for the same

[@apostolia2124]

Gabe, you're like a wild goat, that's what we call hiking guys like you here in Greece !! that was the John the Baptist icon, next to the Holy Mother's one.✌😍

[@aboriginalrocks]

"I'l never get anywhere if I stop everywhere" - I like that one, keeping that in the memory bank ;-)

[@Hattonbank]

But there is no point going anywhere if you do not stop to see end enjoy it.

[@AlwaysAwesome001]

@ 41:29 When I get out to stretch my legs I might take a lap around my car. Gabe walks up a hill. In sandals. 🙃

[@LadyMul]

I had my 🤞🏾🤞🏾 that church door note did not say “Do not open, angry bear trapped in church, gone to fetch the vet” you’re one brave geezer. Thanks for bringing us along ❤

[@dougieranger]

This Georgia/Caucuses tour has been your best yet Gabe. Best wishes from Scotland.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Great, glad to hear it. ✌️

[@dougieranger]

@@GabrielTravelerVideos Slàinte mhath. 🥃🥃

[@native_ty]

I agree 🇬🇪

[@matthewmorris7510]

Agree, it's really good. I have been to quite a few of these places and am loving seeing them again

[@calebtravel5629]

How does Gabriel not have more subscribers? He makes videos almost every day of the year and his videos are always genuine and interesting. Maybe the KZbin algorithm? This is actually a question I have so if anyone knows a potential reason feel free to respond to this comment.

[@steveandtinejeppesen1625]

He doesn't use clickbaity titles, like 'American travels to world's most dangerous country' that's quite a big one. He also doesn't sensationalise his experiences which one also commonly sees. He has his own style and that works for him, I've been watching his content for many years ...

[@calebtravel5629]

@@steveandtinejeppesen1625 Thanks for your response!

[@rudolphteperberry3888]

Maybe also because he has / films fewer social interactions than a lot of the big travel vloggers. Personally that's one of the things I love about Gabriel as it makes him more relatable to me! As somewhat of an introvert I'm more of a "places person" than a "people person". Makes for a very different travel experience than someone like bald and bankrupt for instance.

[@calebtravel5629]

@@rudolphteperberry3888 That’s a good perspective, thanks for your response!

[@elizabethcraig5825]

Gabriel your videos are so good that as I am watching I look to see how much time is left. Then I am like “oh no it’s almost over”. You amaze us all each time. Love your tidbit of snack and meal always looks so good. I wonder why the animals roam free, just seems dangerous like the sheep crossing in that other video.😊❤

[@dbeststuff777]

In my fathers village we had sunrise service on Easter and the sun shined through this small window lighting the inside to the cross. Those windows, I bet were placed at the same angles,.the different windows specifying the times of the year

[@22patch22]

Absolutely epic .Georgia has been such a surprise ❤

[@marymccoach1328]

Started watching your vids when you were in Malta. Curious about changes since I was there 45 years ago. Since then have really enjoyed your style of traveling and narration. Never desired to visit these countries but I have to tell you I’m mesmerized by what I’m seeing. Thanks for sharing. Good work!

[@Deadfoot-Dan]

I loved that last castle, some of those walls were so high, I wonder when that thing was built. Just imagine trying to scale those walls 1000 years ago. I wish you had of spent a little more time in the "deep, dank woods", as that gives it a true historical perspective, and you can almost feel the history of the place when modernity is subtracted.

[@nancysotomayor3196]

Love those ancient historic places!! Love ancient megalithic stone constructions...were amazing!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@MrEbichan]

Sometimes i paused the video just to marvel the beauty of Georgia

[@PianowithPano]

Hi Gabriel! Wow Georgia is so beautiful and mysterious... love those mountains. Since I see that you often visit churches and chapels it would be nice and kind if you left a few cents to the money box that is usually there where they sell the candles (if you don't want to buy one). It's not mandatory but it shows respect. Looking forward to your next country!

[@marvinsalamero9111]

Another Epic Adventure Road Trip again sir Gabe That Make me Surprise A Breathtaking Mountain Views and Historical Monumental.Monaster and Churches, Thank u so much for your wonderful walk around Road trip Tour Video Stay Safe and Godbless from the the Philippines 🇵🇭🙏🙂

[@digustrail]

Amazing. You are living an amazing life. Thank you for showing us too. Love from NE India.

[@cccpgeorgia]

45:00 writing says: Don't leave the door open because animals could go inside 😁✌

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Cool, good to know.

[@AlwaysAwesome001]

Gabe KUNG FU door close. 🦶

[@edwardsbarbara25]

Wow, what a gorgeous country!!

[@johnschannel449]

you said the priest was sitting in the shade looking at his phone, he was probably calling the Police " Help theres a tresspasser , a guy with a beard and sunglasses breaking into places"

[@anitacarleton1661]

Loving this trip!

[@kathrynerickson7993]

The chapel at 44:33 must have been a dearly loved, intimate chapel, as a home for the soul in deep spiritual worship. It has a very intense and deeply loved feel to it. Thanks so much for these images, Gabriel. ~ K Rosslyn Chapel in Scotland has a similar feel as this one. I can only wonder if Templar influence produced the precious little jewel in your video here.

[@thewanderer3341]

Georgia is so rugged & a truly epic place to explore 😊 one thing you’re really good at is making us feel we are there exploring alongside you, thanks again for taking us along 😎👍🏻 so many KZbinrs have millions of views for there videos but it never feels real , just a fancy video with heaps of highlights 😮 safe travels Gabe ✌🏼

[@isamaaltaein8672]

Hi Gabe, great choice Georgia is beautiful country. Thank you for shearing this video. be safe, Chaos.

[@usbankusa]

Your rod trip in Georgia was amazing and the scenery was incredible. The creepy building that you did not go inside reminds me of the scene in the horror film called "Hostel".

[@benabroad8872]

Such an epic road trip

[@coleenoliva291]

When you were climbing up to the tower my heart was in my throat. That looked STEEP!! And in your sandals as usual. The things you do to take us to these amazing places!! Those mountains are just beautiful. Like you said, really too bad you coudn't go into Russia but hopefully some day. Looks like you are really enjoying this trip. Thank you as always, and stay safe.

[@lloydevans1552]

Gotta just say that, so far, this has been your best video ever!! You've treated us to 54 minutes of magic. Those open minutes of the video, swirling around the chapel..the music and then, in your own unique style, panning around to yourself. Love it! Yet you climb up the side of a mountain using one hand, then nearly fall off with your Bovinophobia🤔. You have brought us some wonderful sights lately. Long may it continue.

[@augustiner8029]

Really Mission Accomplished.. Gabi. I always enjoy your persistence.

[@anatli17]

Hi Gabriel, if you are still in Telavi, I would highly recommend to visit another city in the Kakheti region (which the Telavi belongs to), called Signagi. It's an amazing city, called the city of love. You will not regret it if you go.

[@ARKILUISS]

Epic episode Gabriel! You go for the hole experience in every country, best traveler in KZbin and maybe in all the world! 🥇🏆🌏🌎🌍 I would love to see an special episode containing all the "AY AY AY" moments, it would be amazing, hope you have time some day to do it. 😊

[@jasnah9717]

Good idea👍

[@alex182618]

Amazing mountains. This sign on the church door might mean many things. “Leave your mule and rifle outside.” “Humanitarian aid Tuesdays and Thursdays” “Don’t leave unattended candles”😊”Never mind dog. Beware of the owner.”

[@AlwaysAwesome001]

Google translate says. "From there the animals will enter" Accuracy: 🤷

[@RovexHD]

Big resemblance to the mountains in Corsica, France.

[@lesernsdoerfer7524]

Beautiful mountain scenery great commentary

[@glennplumlee9155]

super sweet adventures in Georgia!

[@lonniewilliamson2569]

Gabriel, you are a gift that keeps on giving. Not being able to get out of bed much. Your video's open a world I will never get to see. I look forward to your video's. It's a part of my routine. You are so much appreciated. Thank you for what you do and for taking me with you.

[@cindybruin4888]

Great video G, really enjoyed the drive.

[@marafarnham595]

That little church was beautiful ❤🙏😊 thank you Gabriel.

[@knoxleang]

This is the famous Gabriel high roller that harold was talking bout with the camera angles

[@augustiner8029]

Beautiful show

[@22patch22]

Reckon that tower was a beacon @Gabriel traveler..looking after the intro again you can see a lintel on the front,so there may have been a door and an internal ladder,so it may well have been a lookout

[@pb8484]

Watch out for the pit vipers crawling around in tall grass

[@VesaJay]

Awwww come on Gabriel you have to do the Harald and stop at every town take more hours to get to your destination 😄

[@Eissara]

Hello Gabriel, you always show us places that perhaps no one has visited before, thank you. Georgia is like a place that has been forgotten by history. As for the icon which was in the church, it is Saint John the Baptist who is depicted in some Orthodox icons as an angel to symbolize his status as a divine messenger. The word Evangelos in Greek meaning angel, and you could see the head on a plate so even people who do not know the angel status of John the Baptist would know that it is him.

[@jillyfarley4823]

I think the tunnels aid movement of goods ..its the Georgian military road ...and only one still with active border control.. ..The tunnels are there for avalanche, mud slide and snow to help with traffic.....Georgia in process of billions of euros being spent on new roads..... Some of those spooky buildings/churches remind me of the movie The Keep...very unique style ...

[@djoldskool5763]

7:51 Possibly a stone lintel supporting a now filled in entrance?

[@japankofun]

I might be wrong but 7:50-7:54 "kind of" looks like a filled in door on that tower, just based on its somewhat messy brickwork, perhaps?

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Yeah that could be the case, seems like the only explanation.

[@damienohare7473]

Brilliant Gabe,regarding the picture of Jesus with wings holding a head…..I assume it was John The Baptist.

[@billb7033]

Gabriel, the head on a plate I believ depicts John the Baptist.

[@witlof5492]

Gabriel, I was so willing you to buy some of that honey. You should have it with the local yogurt.

[@user-st1zw9oo9k]

I’m headed to Georgia myself, in a couple of weeks. Thanks for going first so I can have a better idea what to expect! 😉 Have you ever in all your plane rides or any of your travels, had a close call? I had plane incident in which the plane had to turn around and go back, and on the way, they were flying precariously close to the sea. Everyone looked scared. I had no idea what was going on because I didn’t speak the language (and no English speakers)!! I did read your book “Follow my thumb though. Quite adventuresome!! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Never had a bad experience flying other than the usual turbulence, fingers crossed and knock on wood.

[@diacIoanPaulCringasu]

I wanted to be first to see it but I was 8th :)) Hello from Bucharest, Romania!

[@DMUSA536]

What would I do in some of the adventures you take and I wouldn’t be as curious. Nice restaurant at the end. Again a nice room.

[@nielsrosink5051]

What a video, what a place. Thank you Gabe, can’t express how much I love your channel. Now in the train to Istanbul catching up with the Georgia series❤

[@mirzagoralija4492]

Great video again ! 😀 Visit the Sarajevo War tunnel , Tunnel of hope near Sarajevo airport, a very interesting place ! 😀❤

[@michaelahass2695]

Milosevitch ?Radovan Karadzic? "The tunnel of hope " ?

[@tombuddy100]

51:55 That is almost like somewhere in the USA.

[@Posey12345]

Amazing video Gabe love how you investigate everything

[@jeffryan7262]

Bummer you didn’t get to talk to those girls hitchhiking!

[@janakotrcova2790]

Admirable,Gabriel.When you don t see the way to the goal,you can create it yourself.Good luck on your next journey.

[@matthewmorris7510]

Hope you are heading to Svaneti and around there.

[@IceGuts]

I thought the tunnel is for the winter as avalaches probably roll over the road

[@francinejaninesarmiento1797]

Your travel guide videos are a delightful blend of travel wisdom and wanderlust. Your passion for exploration is inspiring. Just a quick question - have you had a chance to explore the new v4 Bento Bag by NomadLane? It might align with your travel philosophy.

[@omidrahmani9692]

The new town you're staying in looks like Reno in Nevada ....... 😱😱😱😱👏👏👏❤️

[@Gr300w]

That cable car could have been for the mine/ quarry.

[@ryanpatrickpreston]

10:53 that’s John the Baptist holding his own severed head, one of he more marvelously macabre icons in all of post-Byzantine art. He’s shown sometimes with wings because he’s considered a divine messenger and the word for messenger in Greek is “angelos” = angel.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

I see, very interesting.

[@itsjustmyopinionbut1671]

George has been on my list for a while and we almost went right after the pandemic but I got a bit nervous last minute going with two small children and we went back to Spain and Italy for the summer instead. Anyone with advice on going with small children to Georgia?

[@kathleenjohnson3645]

In the Caucus are megalithic structure called “Saro” would love to see you go there before you leave the area.

[@Curling_Rack]

14:04 - the Cow's reaction lol

[@AlwaysAwesome001]

Gabe reaction! 🤣

[@Andrij_Kozak]

Gabriel you should visit Sighnaghi in Kakheti too.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

I was thinking of going yesterday on my way from Telavi to Tbilisi. But it was an hour out of the way and I needed a break from exploring, so skipped it. Maybe another time.

[@Andrij_Kozak]

@@GabrielTravelerVideos you are in the wine region of Georgia called Kakheti and the most beautiful town there in Sighnaghi. Just an hour drive from Telavi.

[@astrogeo1]

Will you watch the game Georgia plays against Norway tonight ⚽ ? Important for Norway, not sure about Georgia..

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Maybe it will be playing in a restaurant I go to tonight. If so then I'd love to see it. I played soccer/football as a kid.

[@astrogeo1]

@@GabrielTravelerVideos It will commence at 20:45 MEST, not aware how much the time zone deviates in Georgia from that. Is it the same as Moscow time, maybe ? The match is played in Oslo.

[@Polychronisdrone]

Wow Gabe you'll soon reach 600k subscribers. Amazing 😮

[@dbeststuff777]

Keep on trippin, happy trails. Epic finds

[@donnsmith6482]

cows will not hurt you gabe. those are domestic most likely dairy cows anyway!

[@helensimpson2816]

Love seing your food, ...also old castles and churches, you should open a animal sanctuary when you retire,..40 years to go😅❤

[@craigleewhite6317]

Gabriel. Good shot! Hard to imagine you hiking those spots in sandals;) Craig the loves to hear you read Gabriel Traveler fan UK. THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU!

[@stephenroper4274]

Have you kept count of the number of churches you have visited ? I reckon that would be some huge number.

[@znolive]

You should go to Abkhazia, I think you'd find it interesting. Steeped in controversial history and a disputed country on the West Coast of Georgia.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

I really wanted to, but it sounds sketchy now with the Russian influence and the war going on. Walking around with a camera might not be a good idea.

[@znolive]

@@GabrielTravelerVideos a friend of mine made a film out there, I can ask her how safe it is now? Abkhazia aren’t very pro Russian

[@RovexHD]

Abkhazia also holds the told title of having the 4 deepest caves in the world.

[@junefirst500]

Hi Gabriel, I think behaded John the baptist was painted in church.

[@rudolphteperberry3888]

How is the restaurant food there? It always looks amazing!

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

Tasty.

[@ladyblabla3611]

1 hour long. The hotel internet must be good!

[@goostrey4210]

So are you thinking of heading to Omalo from Telavi? I haven't heard of people driving themselves (except in overland vehicles) but perhaps your Subaru could make it, although a day trip might be pushing it. You said you were heading for Svaneti too, which is on the other side of South Ossetia (a nine hour drive from you). Is that still on the cards?

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

I wasn't planning on going to Svaneti this trip because of the long drive. There will be just one more video of Georgia, exploring around Telavi.

[@goostrey4210]

@@GabrielTravelerVideos In that case, I predict you will take the IndiGo flight from Tbilisi to Delhi, but perhaps you'll do something unexpected like the flight to Astana or Baku.

[@mylahbarreto5265]

Why would he butcher one in plain sight of the others?!!! How terrifying

[@dextardextar]

pray for UA

[@annieis300]

❤❤❤

[@conniedean3787]

Please be careful 🙏

[@ChrisP3000x]

Is he in danger?

[@conniedean3787]

@@ChrisP3000x just worry about the steep cliffs he walks on

[@AlwaysAwesome001]

Cows have a hit on Gabe? 🤔

[@keithbloomfield1341]

42:30 The bear’s behind you Gabe! 🐻

[@missmo3451]

Beautiful mountains. Are those cable cars for tourism or is it for commuters?

[@AlwaysAwesome001]

Kobi-Gudauri Ski Resort

[@missmo3451]

@@AlwaysAwesome001 Thank you!

[@exoticveganrecipes5655]

Glad it was just a charging issue, that can cause a lot of gremlins and problems Those are the kind of countries I like the most, full of history and vastly natural

[@anitacarleton1661]

Here I thought I wanted to go to Scotland. May need to shake up the bucket list 😊

[@dougieranger]

Come here too Anita. Then fly to Tbilisi.

[@tombuddy100]

14:03 Startled the cow there?

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

It was a mutual startling encounter. Luckily nobody was gored. The cow was lucky.

[@AlwaysAwesome001]

@27:03 $41 for a "interview"?🤔 😳 Is that what you crazy kids call it now! 🤣

[@Terry49]

👍

[@sunnybeachwalks4k2022]

I wonder where Gabriel will go next, I’m excited to find out

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

I'm curious too, hopefully I'll find out soon.

[@bhyomkeshbakshika5938]

Closer to Europe so the terrain is unlike India & the Savannas set in here

[@15thga87]

You would not make a good cowboy. LOL

[@emma.adaptingthecommute4507]

When you are next able to visit Europe I highly recommend Maderia, its called the Hawaii of Europe, there are similarities for sure. I did 5 amazing days hiking on various trails and I think you would love it. Also just got back from Malta, finally after it being on my wishlist since your first visit inspired me ❤

[@YesSirPhil]

Madeira? Too touristy for me. Ha can stick to these lesser known countries 😊

[@emma.adaptingthecommute4507]

@YesSirPhil Some places are touristy for a reason, and Gabriel is always good at getting out of the tourist zone and showing what else a place has to offer. There are lots of less trodden trails on the island. I hope you aren't dismissing something when you haven't even hiked the trails to make a judgement.

[@YesSirPhil]

@@emma.adaptingthecommute4507 you don't seem to get my point or can't accept it. We both have different opinions and that's about it. Fact is that Madeira is touristy.

[@emma.adaptingthecommute4507]

No worries, I agree it's touristy. I was just making a suggestion based on my experience, which I hoped others might find interesting. Each to their own for sure. Pretty much can't go wrong with Gabes content either way.

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

I've wanted to go to Madeira for years, also the Azores. They both look amazing. Hopefully one of these days.

[@samgully7215]

You should go to Azerbaijan

[@wilfredotorres6628]

Hi Gabriel, that is some experience driving across the mountains and they do have cable cars I didn't see that when you were going to Stepantsminda. A vast area that's growing and changing from when the Soviets dominated the area. You can see why Russia wants these lands back to annex all of Eastern Europe to increase power and might. Any entrenchment by the West is a threat to Russia. Many of these countries are leaguing up with NATO causing a bitter confrontation on the Russia front. These border disputes are going to get uglier and cause greater unrest because many of the older disputed borders are still unsettled.

[@MultiClarkekent]

Yes , the Russians want these lands with there abundance of sheep , cows back! Nailed it.Keep drinking the EU/U.K/USA cool-aid.

[@pasqualeabarno]

👍👍👍

[@FSVR54]

Are you going to go to Batumi?

[@GabrielTravelerVideos]

No, I visited there on my first trip: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gZDcpJp-nquje9U