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Introduction Photo Gallery Discover Interesting Facts Latest Posts Things to Know YouTube Our Story Other Countries About Closer Lives Amazing India: Plan your trip to the Land of the Rising Sun We take you on an epic journey across India as we visit the likes of New Delhi, Jaipur, Udaipur and Amritsar over two weeks, using local transport, trains and buses to travel between cities. Our complete guide to this fascinating country includes interesting facts, top destinations, our latest blogs and videos, and all you need to know before you go with stats, currency, health and safety, transportation, connectivity, food, customs and much more. So join us on our great Indian adventure and plan your perfect trip here! Jump to where you want to go: Discover Interesting Facts Latest Posts Things to know YouTube Tap any photo for more info Discover Our top recommended places Agra Amritsar Jaipur New Delhi Udaipur Interactive Map Our interactive map & guide to India Check out all of the places we visited in India courtesy of this interactive map from Wanderlog. Tap any of the numbers for more information including directions, our blog posts, links to reviews and much more. Wanderlog is a free travel planning app that allows users to create trip itineraries, organize flights, hotel and car reservations, view places to visit on a map, and collaborate with friends. It is super handy and has made a big impact on our travel planning. It saves time and is super easy to use! Interesting Facts Here are 12 interesting facts ab out India. Some may surprise you! ​ 1. Diverse Geography: India is a country of incredible geographical diversity, ranging from the Himalayan mountain range in the north to the Thar Desert in the west and the lush tropical forests in the south. 2. Cultural Melting Pot: India is known for its rich cultural heritage and is home to numerous religions, languages, and traditions. It's often described as a cultural melting pot. 3. World's Largest Democracy: India is the world's largest democracy, with over a billion people eligible to vote in elections. 4. Taj Mahal: The Taj Mahal, a stunning white marble mausoleum located in Agra, is one of the most famous and recognized landmarks in the world. It's a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is also one of the most photographed places in history, with over 8 million photos uploaded every year to Instagram alone! 5. Varied Cuisine: Indian cuisine is incredibly diverse, with each region having its own unique dishes and flavors. It's famous for its use of spices and herbs. 6. Yoga's Birthplace: Yoga, which has gained worldwide popularity, originated in India thousands of years ago. It's both a physical and spiritual practice. 7. Incredible Wildlife: India is home to a wide range of wildlife, including Bengal tigers, Asian elephants, Indian rhinoceroses, and various species of deer and antelope. 8. Monsoons: India experiences a monsoon season, which brings heavy rains to different parts of the country. This phenomenon is vital for agriculture and supports the livelihoods of millions of people. 9. Bollywood: India has a thriving film industry known as Bollywood, which produces more films than any other country in the world. 10. Space Exploration: India has its space agency, ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation), which has made significant strides in space exploration, including missions to Mars and the Moon. 11. Ancient History: India has a rich history dating back thousands of years, with significant contributions to mathematics, science, philosophy, and literature. The Indus Valley Civilization is one of the world's oldest urban civilizations. 12. Unity in Diversity: Despite its diversity, India is known for its unity and has a strong sense of national identity. The phrase "Unity in Diversity" is often used to describe the country. Latest Posts ยังไม่มีโพสต์ที่เผยแพร่แล้วในภาษานี้ หลังจากที่โพสต์เผยแพร่แล้ว คุณจะเห็นข้อมูลที่นี่ Things to know when visiting India Tap any tab for more information Connectivity Cuisine Culture & Customs Currency Health & Safety Information Language Places to Visit Transportation Visa Requirements Weather & Climate Information POPULATION 1.43 billion CURRENCY Indian Rupee (INR) CAPITAL New Delhi (32.9 million) DRIVING Left Side TIME ZONE IST (GMT +5.5) MEASUREMENTS Standard Metric Discover more on YouTube INDIA! เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 24:24 FIRST CLASS Vande Bharat Express Indian Train Travel 🇮🇳 New Delhi to Agra This entire TRAIN is made in and from INDIA! How cool is that? Vande Bharat Express travel vlog. We are riding this train from New Delhi to Agra, in India. Today we will give our first impressions of this popular luxury train in India in 2023. This is our first train ride in India. After exploring Delhi it was time to go to Agra! We travelled by train on The Vande Bharat Express First Class AC Chair Car. It was our first time using Indian Railways and as foreigners in India for the first time we were excited to do this largely anticipated India transportation travel. We offer some pointers a, tips and resources for foreigners traveling by train in India. We rate and share our experience. We arrive in Agra and share our experience and journey to our hotel The Lucky Guest House and give you a room tour. Chapters 00:00 Jenn and Leon in India 00:14 Packed Uber ride to Delhi Train Station 00:25 Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station, New Delhi 00:45 How to book India Train tickets for foreigners 04:00 Buying snacks at New Delhi train station 05:30 Inside tour of our Vande Baharat Express train car 07:00 Indian food served on train 14:00 Agra Cantt Train Station in Agra, India 20:25 Lucky Guest House in Agra 22:17 Lucky Guest House Room Tour 24:00 Taj Mahal Roof Top View! 🚄 Vande Bharat Express Train from Delhi to Agra - India Train Travel 👉 All you need to know about taking the train from Delhi to Agra including how to book, where to go, what to do at the station and more 📬 https://www.closerlives.com/blog/post/vande-bharat-express-train-from-delhi-to-agra-india-train-travel 👩🏻‍💻READ OUR **TRAVEL BLOGS** and FIND OUR PHOTOGRAPHY! ✍🏻 BLOG & WEBSITE https://www.closerlives.com/jennandleontravelblog 💼Business inquiries 📧 EMAIL contactus@closerlives.com 📧 abroadperspective@closerlives.com 📸 INSTAGRAM @jennandleontravel https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel/ 💁🏻‍♀️JENN https://www.instagram.com/_a_broad_perspective/ 🙋🏻‍♂️LEON https://www.instagram.com/leon.gregori213/?hl=en FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel #Indianrailways #VandeBharatExpress #IndiaTrain #exploreindia #indiatravel #india #newdelhi #vandebharat #delhi เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 19:33 OUR FIRST TIME IN INDIA! Delhi is as HECTIC as we imagined! 🇮🇳 We are in INDIA, in Delhi, for our very first visit! The sights, smells and sounds hit you like nothing else we've experienced in our travels yet! They say that India is a travel destination that you will either love or not so much! Join us as we explore this city with a population of 34 million people has to show us! Day one of exploring NEW DELHI, India! Delhi is the most populated city in India. This city is BUSY! Join us as we visit Connaught Place, Dr. Zombie, ride the rickshaws through the streets of Delhi, visit the Akshardham temple, Delhi Gate, KFC and check out our accommodation. We met so many incredible and friendly locals BUT we also met some pushy ones too! We explore the streets and learn more and more about India! We head to an upscale restaurant that was INCREDIBLE! This is a great series to watch for those also planning a trip to India as we share our map and the path we took along with general prices, places to visit and transportation. Chapters 00:00 Intro we are in NEW DELHI! 01:45 Time to find an Auto Rickshaw 02:00 Local indian scammer approaches us 03:15 6 of us on our first auto rickshaw ride! 04:50 Walking in Connaught Place in New Delhi 06:15 Our lunch AND dinner at Dr. Zombie in Connaught Place, New Delhi 10:25 Hotel Aira Xing by Staybook ROOM/HOTEL TOUR and Indian breakfast 12:00 Day 2 in the streets of New Delhi 12:44 AKSHARDHAM TEMPLE Multi media water show 13:30 Foreigners talking with locals in New Delhi 14:11 Rishabh Ipex Mall 15:30 Arriving at the India Gate (New Delhi) 16:00 India Gate Fountain 16:50 Statue of Subhas Chandra Bose 15:50 taking photos with locals at the India Gate 18:40 We try KFC in New Delhi, India 👩🏻‍💻Join our website community! ✍🏻 BLOG & SHOP www.closerlives.com 💼Business inquiries/work with us 📧 EMAIL contactus@closerlives.com 📧 abroadperspective@closerlives.com 📸 INSTAGRAM @jennandleontravel 💁🏻‍♀️JENN @_a_broad_perspective 🙋🏻‍♂️LEON @leon.gregori213 FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel #india #delhi #travel #delhifood #olddelhi เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 14:09 Walking the streets of AGRA? 🇮🇳 Our first time in India! We all know what the Taj Mahal looks like (we'll show you if not!) but do we all know what the city of Agra and the surrounding areas look like? Is it safe to walk in the back areas as a foreigner in India? What is it REALLY like in India? We show you around Agra, Uttar Pradesh in this walking tour travel vlog. Watch to find out our experience walking solo in the surrounding area of our Hotel, Lucky Guest House in Agra, India. We enjoy some epic Indian food THALI and KADAI chicken, yum! See our rooftop view of the TAJ MAHAL as well! We are foreigners and this is our first time in India and our first time in Agra. Join us as we learn as we go in our travel to India and our travel in India! Chapters: 00:00 Welcome to AGRA 00:24 Lucky Guest House 02:13 Buying supplies from a local in Agra 04:37 Is it safe for foreigners to walk alone in Agra city? 11:45 Foreigners eating Indian food, THALI and KADAI chicken in Agra, India 12:13 Restaurant and Rooftop tour of Lucky Guest House in Agra 13:15 One of a kind view of the TAJ MAHAL #india #agra #walkingtour #indianfood เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 17:52 Agra to Jaipur on a LOCAL bus Walking the streets of Jaipur after a 5 hour luxury bus ride from Agra to Jaipur with 'Delhi Belly' to find a pharmacy early on a Sunday morning. Were we successful? After Jenn sadly missing a visit to the Taj Mahal in Agra due to stomach issues (travellers diarrhea) we had a 5 hour bus ride to get through to Jaipur. We share the experience and some information on India bus travel and the process of buying the bus tickets etc. Once we arrived in Jaipur, India Leon went for a walk through the streets of Jaipur to find a pharmacy, which he found after attempts and he found some interesting locals along the way too! This is our first time in India. This is our first time to travel to India! This is our first time to travel IN India! #indiatravel #bustravel #jaipur #agra #india To watch more of our videos from INDIA click here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pGWMlrgN8yE&list=PLR-PV_xcwDg_z1VUA0OURytO8xlcyrQFG 👩🏻‍💻READ OUR **TRAVEL BLOGS** and FIND OUR PHOTOGRAPHY! ✍🏻 BLOG & WEBSITE https://www.closerlives.com/jennandleontravelblog 💼Business inquiries 📧 EMAIL contactus@closerlives.com 📧 abroadperspective@closerlives.com 📸 INSTAGRAM @jennandleontravel https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel/ 💁🏻‍♀️JENN https://www.instagram.com/_a_broad_perspective/ 🙋🏻‍♂️LEON https://www.instagram.com/leon.gregori213/?hl=en FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 09:54 We CAN'T believe THIS HAPPENED at the TAJ MAHAL in Agra, India Taj Mahal, Agra, India! One of the 7 wonders of the world and Jenn missed it. Find out why in this vlog. This is our first time in India and our first time in Agra! Everyone recognizes the iconic Taj Mahal. But what many do not realize is the process involved into visiting starting with early 5am arrivals to avoid or minimize the crowds, shoe covers to see the mausoleum, yet despite it all it is a true marvel to see. Come walk with me and see. 👩🏻‍💻READ OUR **TRAVEL BLOGS** and FIND OUR PHOTOGRAPHY! ✍🏻 BLOG & WEBSITE https://www.closerlives.com/jennandleontravelblog 💼Business inquiries 📧 EMAIL contactus@closerlives.com 📧 abroadperspective@closerlives.com 📸 INSTAGRAM @jennandleontravel https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel/ 💁🏻‍♀️JENN https://www.instagram.com/_a_broad_perspective/ 🙋🏻‍♂️LEON https://www.instagram.com/leon.gregori213/?hl=en FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel #agra #india #tajmahal 00:00 Taj Mahal intro 00:25 5:00am rickshaw ride to Taj 00:35 West Gate Taj Mahal 00:45 Entry and Security Requirements at Taj Mahal 01:57 Main gate to Taj 02:25 First glimpse of the Taj Mahal 02:50 Walk about and history of the Taj Mahal 05:40 Mausoleum at Taj Mahal entrance and information 08:00 Guest House and Mosque 08:55 Shivpen Ryouri Restaurant outside main gate of Taj Mahal 09:40 Rickshaw in Agra เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 11:28 Our favourite place in INDIA!? Humayun's Tomb in Delhi 🇮🇳 India Travel vlog Timing is everything! Join us as we unveil the secret to experiencing Humayun's Tomb in its serene glory. We arrived just after sunrise and were captivated by the calm ambiance. Witness the transformation as the peace is gradually replaced by the laughter of happy children, adding a lively touch to the surroundings. Taj Mahal Vibes! As you stroll through the front garden, you'll immediately sense the influence of the iconic Taj Mahal, providing a unique connection between the two majestic landmarks. This glimpse into the architectural harmony sets the stage for our journey to Agra later that day, where we explore the awe-inspiring Taj Mahal. Chapters 00:00 Humayun's Tomb Entrance and Cost 08:35 Saying hello to local school children! 09:58 Uber ride to the train station 11:17 Arriving at Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station #delhi #india #humayunstomb #travel โหลดเพิ่มเติม ยังไม่มีโพสต์ที่เผยแพร่แล้วในภาษานี้ หลังจากที่โพสต์เผยแพร่แล้ว คุณจะเห็นข้อมูลที่นี่ Check out other countries in Asia Sign up Jenn & Leon at Closer Lives We plan to see, learn, love and share as much of the world with others as possible. That is why we created CLOSERLIVES.com , to create a community for like-minded individuals and to help bring the world a little closer together through poetry, history, storytelling, healing, art, purpose and community. If you'd like to join us please sign up to our website ; the social part is still in the process of being developed but currently you are able to post, share and interact. We'd love to have you here with us! PLUS when you sign up you will receive a welcome bonus of 20% off ANYTHING on our site! 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Introduction Photo Gallery Discover Interesting Facts Latest Posts Things to Know YouTube Our Story Other Countries About Closer Lives All about Georgia (the country), aka Sakartvelo, the Land of the Kartvelians We must confess, we did not even know that Georgia was a country prior to coming here. But we are so glad we did! We loved it so much that we actually ended up living in the coastal Black Sea city of Batumi, the country's second largest. We made a fantastic network of friends and traveled to 5 cities during our time there. We learnt so much about Georgia and its rich and diverse history, along with plenty of great places to eat, places to stay and top tips on places to visit. Come and join us... you may just be adding this wonderful country of Georgia to your bucket list after! Jump to where you want to go: Discover Interesting Facts Latest Posts Things to know YouTube Tap any photo for more information Discover Our top recommended places Batumi Tskaltubo Interactive Map Our interactive map & guide to Georgia Check out all of the places we visited in Georgia courtesy of this interactive map from Wanderlog. Tap any of the numbers for more information including directions, our blog posts, links to reviews and much more. Wanderlog is a free travel planning app that allows users to create trip itineraries, organize flights, hotel and car reservations, view places to visit on a map, and collaborate with friends. It is super handy and has made a big impact on our travel planning. It saves time and is super easy to use! Interesting Facts Here are 10 interesting facts about Georgia. Some may just surprise you! ​ 1. Georgia is said to be the home of wine with evidence of wine production dating as far back as 8000 years! 2. One of the most ecologically diverse countries on the planet, Georgia is home to 12 different climate zones. ​ 3. The world’s deepest cave, Veryovkina, is in Georgia. It has a depth of 2212 metres! ​ 4. Locals refer to Georgia as 'Sakartvelo'. They also call themselves 'Kartveli'. ​ 5. Joseph Stalin was born in the Georgian city of Gori. ​ 6. The city of Kutaisi is one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world. ​ 7. The Georgian language dates back to the 4th Century BC and is not spoken anywhere else in the world. There are 33 characters and no upper case letters at all. ​ 8. January 2 is known as Bedoba, the day of luck. In ancient Georgian tradition it is believed that how you spend the day is believed to determine your entire new year. ​ 9. Georgia celebrates Christmas on January 7th, in keeping with the Julian calendar used by the Orthodox Church. This calendar is only used for public holidays, although the New Year is celebrated on the 1st of January, as well as the 14th of January. ​ 10. In Georgia Dada means Mum and Mama means Dad! No, we are not kidding! Latest Posts ยังไม่มีโพสต์ที่เผยแพร่แล้วในภาษานี้ หลังจากที่โพสต์เผยแพร่แล้ว คุณจะเห็นข้อมูลที่นี่ Things to know when visiting Georgia Here are a few stats and tips that we picked up in our time here. Let us know if there is anything we should add! ​ Total Population: 3.7 million Capital City: Tbilisi (1.1million) Currency: Georgian Lari (GEL) Driving: Right Side Measurement Standard: Metric (km) ​ ⪢ The Georgian currency is 'lari'. Convert your currency here . ​ ⪢ Smoking is acceptable in most public spaces, including while walking. ​ ⪢ Taxi's are a fantastic way to get around the major cities and are very affordable. We highly recommend Bolt and Bolt Food . The service is generally excellent, although zip / post codes are not always totally reliable. ⪢ Tap water is generally not drinkable in Georgia. ⪢ Tipping is appreciated in most establishments although there is no general minimum amount. Aim for 10% or more. Remember that 'service charges' (which are common) do not go to the staff so a direct tip is the best way to go. ⪢ The regions of South Ossetia (north of Tbilisi) and Abkhazia (bordering Russia and the Black Sea) are not safe to visit and are under Russian occupation. ⪢ Google / Apple Maps are not always entirely accurate in Georgia. ⪢ Magti is the top sim card provider for tourists and you can find their stores pretty much anywhere. You will need your passport, and you should be ready to go very quickly. They are also very affordable; roughly $10 USD for a month with an unlimited 4g data plan. They have a great phone app too and topping up is very easy. ⪢ Driving in Georgia can be a pretty harrowing experience; Georgia has one of the worst records amongst its peers for road traffic accidents. Lack of signalling, speeding, dangerous overtaking and a lack of road safety controls make it pretty difficult. If you do choose to drive here, it is very important to remain vigilant and highly observant. ​ ⪢ Georgia is very safe and in all our time here we did not experience any issues. In fact it was recently rated the 7th safest country in the world. We would however recommend avoiding political conversations with locals (unless asked) given the country's troubled past. ⪢ Almost all retailers accept payment with major cards (Visa / Mastercard) and we never had an issue with payments in the cities we visited. It is still recommended to bring cash with you though, especially if you are heading to the mountains or more obscure areas. ⪢ There is a fantastic range of cuisine in Georgia, ranging from local food to many popular Western brands. Georgians are fiercely proud of their national dishes and we would highly recommend them! ⪢ In some places lifts / elevators are operated by coin! You cannot use them without, unless you have a fob, so be prepared to have small change on you, especially if visiting somewhere for the first time. Discover more on YouTube GEORGIA - the COUNTRY - Batumi เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 06:38 FIRST Impressions of BATUMI, Georgia & TRAVEL DAY - ISTANBUL to BATUMI The Las VEGAS of Georgia! Today we travel from Istanbul, Turkey to Batumi, Georgia after a 1 month stay....when you travel full time you can't predict how you will feel when a flight approaches and Jenn had a really bad migraine which rarely if ever happens....but the show must go on! When we arrived in Batumi we were immediately impressed by the combination of post soviet infusion with the beauty of Europe mixed together. This special country has such a history and is an amazing place for digital nomads to visit! We enjoyed a lovely dinner in the European Square one of our favourite areas of the city and our accommodations were a pleasant surprise! We are looking forward to sharing more of our adventures and explorations of this beautiful and little known country with you! #Georgia #Batumi #TravelVlog Airbnb link to this accommodation: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/29699425?source_impression_id=p3_1655714302_PqhND1HXn%2Fl6W5CO TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Introduction 00:22 Leaving Istanbul 01:12 Time to Fly Istanbul to Batumi 01:44 Airbnb Batumi, Georgia 03:04 Istanbul in BATUMI? 03:46 Astronomical Clock Batumi, Georgia 05:10 KINO Gastro Pub Batumi, Georgia Join Cambly and Teach English like we do! To become a Tutor apply/click here to use our invite code! You can also find Leon and I here and book a lesson to practice English and/or to have a conversation together! https://www.cambly.com/invite/F6QAQ4SK?st=031522&sc=4 BUSINESS CONTACT INFO BUSINESS EMAIL - closerlives@gmail.com BUSINESS WEBSITE CloserLives - https://www.closerlives.com OUR TRAVEL BLOG – https://www.closerlives.com/jennandleontravelblog CHECK OUT OUR MERCH ETSY SHOP CloserLivesEmporium - https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/CloserLivesEmporium?ref=seller-platform-mcnav FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM Jenn & Leon Travel https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel/ JENN INSTA – https://www.instagram.com/_a_broad_perspective/ LEON INSTA - https://www.instagram.com/leon.gregori213/ JENN FB - https://www.facebook.com/writingsofamrsjennifer/ LEON FB - https://www.facebook.com/leon.gregori213 เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 10:32 First Impressions of BEAUTIFUL Batumi / Food, the SEA, STRUCTURES & HISTORY.. GEORGIA TRAVEL VLOG Batumi, Georgia exploring many of the lovely attractions in this beautiful city. We check out the Seaport area, show you briefly some of the amazing modern buildings. We touch the sea (and almost a BLACKSEA JELLY FISH!) we sample some of our first Georgian cuisine and check out the drama theatre and the Neptune fountain. When we arrived in Batumi we were immediately impressed by the combination of post soviet infusion with the beauty of Europe mixed together. This special country has such a history and is an amazing place for digital nomads to visit! We highly recommend a visit to Georgia! Please send us all of your Georgian recommendations of places to visit, foods to try, experiences and anything else you can think of! #Georgia #Batumi #TravelVlog TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Morning Walk Batumi 00:59 Miracle Park, Batumi 01:32 Seafront Boardwalk, Batumi 02:26 Ali and Nino Batumi, Georgia 02:57 The Black Sea and some JELLY FISH 04:26 TRADITIONAL Georgian Food, Seaport Black Sea, Batumi, Georgia 06:22 Strolling the Seaport Batumi, Georgia 07:25 The Monument of ILIA CHAVCHAVADZE 08:27 Drama Theatre, Batumi 09:22 Neptune Fountain, Batumi, Georgia **If you enjoyed this video please SUBSCRIBE, like, comment and share** We have really big plans to extend our community in many ways and your help to build our reach right here at the beginning will never be forgotten! Email US: closerlives@gmail.com Website – WORK WITH US - Shop and Blog: www.closerlives.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 11:22 ChaCha! What is THIS drink?? and let's learn how it's made! Batumi, Georgia 2022 VLOG Batumi, Georgia.... CHA CHA! This Traditional mGeorgian drink and all you you need to know about! Trust us when we say this CHACHA will make you CHACHA dance all night long. We knew and heard about the drinking culture and the wines and beers from Georgia prior to going (and not gonna lie we were quite excited about it!) However we knew little about CHACHA....but we quickly learned about the significance and prevalence of this in the Georgian culture...I mean they have a tower named after it that is said to have had ChaCha flowing through it at one point....but I have yet to determine whether this is fact or fiction!...if you know some history about the tower please DO share in the comments! Is it wine? It seems a bit of a mystery and hopefully this video will help to clarify some of those questions! Join us as we try CHACHA for our first time and trust us when we tell you....BEWARE it 'does the job' and FAST! Must TRY while in Batumi, Georgia!... In the next video we celebrate Jenn's bday with friends and some ChaCha involvement...stay tuned for what a little too much of it can do to you! lol And do check out CHACHA TIME for some amazing drinks and EXCELLENT food....we ordered from here quite often! Their Burgers are EPIC!! #batumi #batumiGeorgia #foodvlog Please send us all of your Georgian recommendations of places to visit, foods to try, experiences and anything else you can think of! **If you enjoyed this video please FOLLOW, like, comment and share** We have really big plans to extend our community in many ways and your help to build our reach right here at the beginning will never be forgotten! Chapters: 00:00 Intro CHACHA at CHACHA TIME Batumi, Georgia 00:30 Info about CHACHA in Batumi, Georgia 03:50 We try CHACHA in Batumi, Georgia 08:28 Epic BATHROOM in ChaCha Time Batumi, Georgia 09:42 Strolling OLD TOWN streets of Batumi, Georgia 11:20 Stopping in to see Sam at Mary's Pub Batumi, Georgia (now SINBIN) BUSINESS CONTACT INFO Email US: closerlives@gmail.com Website – WORK WITH US - Shop and Blog: www.closerlives.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 06:52 Trying Traditional Georgian Food AMAZING restaurant Europe Square in Batumi, Georgia - TRAVELVLOG Batumi, Georgia. Today we enjoy the taste of traditional Georgian food and devour the delicious KINKALI - a quick favourite of ours.....these dumplings are a must try indeed and oh so affordable! We linger in the vibe of KINO a lovely restaurant in European Square in Batumi with live entertainment and some delicious cocktails and drinks. We celebrate Jenn's birthday in this episode as well! After dinner we end up with pub owner David at Popeye's Bar where we are given some free samples of their homemade Cha Cha and the night we became fast friends with Lex and Cody, who you will see in a few of our other upcoming Batumi videos. #kinkali #batumigeorgia #travelvlog Please send us all of your Georgian recommendations of places to visit, foods to try, experiences and anything else you can think of! **If you enjoyed this video please FOLLOW, like, comment and share** We have really big plans to extend our community in many ways and your help to build our reach right here at the beginning will never be forgotten! TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Kino Restaurant Batumi, Georgia 01:19 Trying Kinkali for the first time in Batumi, Georgia 04:28 Popeye's Pub Batumi, Georgia BUSINESS CONTACT INFO Email US: closerlives@gmail.com Website – WORK WITH US - Shop and Blog: www.closerlives.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 06:38 A french KISS & a CUTE cafe in Europe Square - BATUMI, Georgia - COUPLE TRAVEL VLOG #digitalnomads Today we grab a coffee and a beautiful lunch at one of our favourite cafes in Batumi, Georgia ERTI KAVA. They have a lovely healthy menu with fresh produce and wonderful drinks and dessert....we finally catch the Neptune Fountain ON and we head for a night our for drinks and convo with our new friends Lex & Cody (from the USA) at our favourite EXPAT bar in Batumi - Mary's Pub. We also discuss and share a bit of filming for YouTube. It's very counter intuitive for us to script, stage or film...obviously we are writers and slow travellers with a spiritual draw to see as much of the ancient world as we can and have fun along the way... so the skills needed to film, edit and develop a YouTube channel is an entirely new aspect for us and also requires thought and planning and a lot of time. However we do prefer to go with the flow and show you our day to day on goings in a natural way. It's been really fun to develop our channel concept and theme....we are currently 6 months behind in our travel shares (we're working hard to catch up! we want to be current before we move to the continent of Asia) and of course we are still on the road...our filming style has adapted and changed over the past few months and we are eager to share our newer videos however we believe it best to stay in order. As always thank you for your support and encouragement we are happy to have you along on our adventures. There is plenty more to come! TIME STAMPS: 00:00 Europe Square, Batumi, Georgia 00:53 ERTI KAVA Batumi, Georgia 02:40 NEPTUNE FOUNTAIN, Batumi Georgia 03:23 Walking Old Town Streets in Batumi, Georgia 04:00 FRENCH KISS at Mary's Batumi, Georgia BUSINESS CONTACT INFO Email US: closerlives@gmail.com Website – WORK WITH US - Shop and Blog: www.closerlives.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel Please send us all of your Georgian recommendations of places to visit, foods to try, experiences and anything else you can think of! **If you enjoyed this video please FOLLOW, like, comment and share** We have really big plans to extend our community in many ways and your help to build our reach right here at the beginning will never be forgotten! เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 15:36 COST OF LIVING - What you can GET for $525 per MONTH!? AIRBNB Tour Batumi, Georgia #travelvlog Batumi, Georgia cost of Living Today we show you what your money can get you with our month long accommodation Airbnb apartment tour during our stay in Batumi, Georgia. We paid $525 USD for 1 month all utilities included (high speed internet, electricity, gas etc) The unit was equipped with heated towel rack, heated flooring, 2 balconies and a wide array of lighting options and impeccable finishes. A truly well designed and 'fancy' place to stay in our experience of seeing different types and styles of accommodations available in Batumi, Georgia. We highly recommend units rented by this Airbnb group for short term, hassle free renting. This unit was a very beautifully decorated studio apartment in Old Town Batumi, the place you want to be during your time in the city. It is walking distance to the sea port and all of Batumi's highlighted attractions which you can see featured in our other videos. We also show you RADIO Kitchen and Bar, a wonderful restaurant that we enjoyed and recommend in Batumi, Georgia near Europe Square! Below is the link to the Airbnb accommodation if you are interested in booking time there! #roomtour #accommodation #travelvlog TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Introduction to Our Channel 01:49 Apartments and Airbnb's in Batumi, Georgia 04:25 Room/apartment/Airbnb Tour Batumi, Georgia 10:47 RADIO Kitchen and Bar restaurant visit and review in Batumi, Georgia 12:38 Night views from the balcony of Batumi, Georgia 12:52 Update in currently in Tirana, Albania Airbnb link: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/29698754?source_impression_id=p3_1656139721_0h4L2g5dWyBo13l9 BUSINESS CONTACT INFO Email US: closerlives@gmail.com Website – WORK WITH US - Shop and Blog: www.closerlives.com Insta: https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel Please send us all of your ALBANIA recommendations of places to visit, foods to try, experiences and anything else you can think of! **If you enjoyed this video please FOLLOW, like, comment and share** We have really big plans to extend our community in many ways and your help to build our reach right here at the beginning will never be forgotten! โหลดเพิ่มเติม ยังไม่มีโพสต์ที่เผยแพร่แล้วในภาษานี้ หลังจากที่โพสต์เผยแพร่แล้ว คุณจะเห็นข้อมูลที่นี่ Check out other countries in Asia Sign up Jenn & Leon at Closer Lives We plan to see, learn, love and share as much of the world with others as possible. 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Introduction Photo Gallery Traveling in Asia Discover Interesting Facts Latest Posts YouTube Our Story About Closer Lives All about Asia: A comprehensive guide Our first ever visit to the Asian continent began in December 2022 with a week in Japan, before going to Thailand for Christmas. We did not expect to spend a year in Asia, but we loved our experience so much that we ended up visiting 12 countries throughout 2023! We used Chiang Mai as a base to explore most of the south-east, the likes of Cambodia, Vietnam and Indonesia, before spending the later part of the year checking out the more central and northern areas, with Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, South Korea and even China making our list. It was perhaps quite apt that we finished the year back in Japan, before we heading back home for Christmas. It was an epic year, which also included several stays in one of our favorite countries, the Philippines, and even 3 weeks in India! Check out our blogs and vlogs for all of our travel tips and recommendations, with plenty of fun, facts and epic destinations to be found! We hope this can be your one-stop shop to plan your adventure in remarkable Asia! Countries visited (13) Jump to where you want to go: Discover Interesting Facts Latest Posts YouTube Tap any photo for more information Traveling in Asia: Our highlights from 12 countries in 12 months Join us as we recount our whirlwind journey that spanned 12 countries in 12 months, chronicling the highs and lows, the unexpected delights, and the occasional challenges of traversing the vast and varied tapestry of Asia. Check it out Discover Go straight to your country guide of choice Country Guides Check out our comprehensive Country Guides with all you need to know before you go, including our latest posts, must-see places, interesting facts, and key information about health & safety, transport, local customs, cuisine, connectivity, visa information, useful links and much more! Learn More Interesting Facts Here are 17 interesting fact s about Asia. Some may just surprise you! ​ 1. Temples: There are over 1600 temples alone in Kyoto, Japan. Kyoto was actually the capital of Japan for over a thousand years before being moved to Tokyo. ​ 2. Largest Continent: Asia is the largest continent in the world, covering about 30% of the Earth's land area and hosting around 60% of the world's population. ​ 3. Diverse Cultures: Asia is incredibly diverse, home to thousands of different ethnic groups and languages. It has a rich tapestry of cultures, traditions, and religions, including Buddhism, Hinduism, Islam, and Confucianism, among others. ​ 4. Mount Everest: The world's highest peak, Mount Everest, is located in Asia. It stands at a staggering height of 8,848 meters (29,029 feet) and is part of the Himalayan mountain range. ​ 5. Longest River: Asia is home to the longest river in both the world and Asia itself—the Yangtze River in China. It stretches about 6,300 kilometers (3,915 miles) and plays a vital role in the country's history, culture, and economy. ​ 6. Megacities: Some of the world's most populous cities are found in Asia, including Tokyo (Japan), Delhi (India), Shanghai (China), Mumbai (India), and Jakarta (Indonesia). These megacities are centres of commerce, innovation, and vibrant cultural scenes. ​ 7. Great Wall of China: One of the most famous man-made structures on the planet, the Great Wall of China, is located in Asia. Stretching over 21,196 kilometres (13,171 miles), it is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a symbol of China's ancient civilization. ​ 8. Biodiversity Hotspot: Asia is known for its remarkable biodiversity. It is home to various iconic species like the Bengal tiger, Asian elephant, giant panda, Komodo dragon, and orangutan. The continent has diverse ecosystems, from tropical rainforests to vast deserts. ​ 9. Technological Innovation: Asian countries, particularly Japan, South Korea, and China, have been at the forefront of the world's technology evolution. They have made significant contributions to fields such as electronics, robotics, automotive manufacturing, and information technology. ​ 10. Ancient Civilizations: Asia has been a cradle of ancient civilizations, including the Indus Valley Civilization (Pakistan and northwest India), Mesopotamia (Iraq and Syria), the Persian Empire (Iran), and the Qin Dynasty (China). These civilizations have left a lasting impact on human history. ​ 11. Culinary Delights: Asian cuisine is renowned worldwide for its diverse flavors, cooking techniques, and unique dishes. From Chinese, Indian, and Thai cuisine to sushi and ramen in Japan, Asian culinary traditions offer a delightful and flavorful journey for food enthusiasts. ​ 12. Chopsticks: China produces an incredible 45 billion pairs of chopsticks every year. ​ 13. Volcanoes: There are more than 150 volcanoes in Indonesia. Not all are active, fortunately! Indonesia is also the world's fourth most populated country. ​ 14. Flowers: The world's largest flower, the Rafflesia, is located in Malaysia and Thailand. ​ 15. Languages: Over 2300 languages are spoken in Asia, which is also home to 4.6 billion people, over half of the world's population. ​ 16. Mountains: The top 100 highest mountains in the world are all located in Asia. ​ 17. Life expectancy: People in Japan, Hong Kong and Macau have the highest life expectancies in the world. Latest Posts ยังไม่มีโพสต์ที่เผยแพร่แล้วในภาษานี้ หลังจากที่โพสต์เผยแพร่แล้ว คุณจะเห็นข้อมูลที่นี่ Even more on YouTube Jenn & Leon Travel เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 08:36 WREXHAM AFC PROMOTED AGAIN this time to LEAGUE ONE! Wrexham AFC sealed BACK-TO-BACK promotions for the first time in their history! Not to mention doing it in style with a 6-0 victory over Forest Green Rovers! And we went to Wrexham to participate in the celebrations! Formed in 1864, Wrexham is the oldest club in Wales and the third-oldest professional association football team in the WORLD. Long suffering after years of mismanagement and neglect, they spent 15 years in the national league before Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney took over and which much thanks to coach Phil Parkinson. Now just 3 years on, they are in League 1 for the first time since 2005! If you haven't seen Welcome to Wrexham on Netflix, you really should check it out! It is brilliant, funny, and even picked up a prestigious Emmy award in January! #wrexham #wrexhamafc #footballnews #ryanreynolds #robmcelhenney 👩🏻‍💻READ OUR TRAVEL BLOG and FIND OUR PHOTOGRAPHY! ✍🏻 BLOG & WEBSITE https://www.closerlives.com/jenn-and-leon-travel-blog 💼Business inquiries 📧 EMAIL contactus@closerlives.com 📧 JENN abroadperspective@closerlives.com 📸 INSTAGRAM @jennandleontravel https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel/ 💁🏻‍♀️JENN https://www.instagram.com/_a_broad_perspective 🙋🏻‍♂️LEON https://www.instagram.com/leon.gregori213/?hl=en FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel *KOHO ONLINE BANKING* open a Canadian account as a new user using our code: LBJDEPD4 https://www.koho.ca/referral/ Once you spend $20 in the first 30 days, you’ll get the $20 cash back OR 3 of the extra plan for a value of $27 *EXPEDIA* book your first trip/hotel/car rental/flight as a NEW USER with a min. spend $230 and receive $30 off sign up through link: https://www.expedia.ca/refer?refcode=JenniferJNfW4 *AMAZON* our Travel Must Have’s on Our Storefront https://amzn.to/3PJajs5 *EPEDEMIC SOUND* The music we use for our vlogs. Get 7 days free trail here: https://share.epidemicsound.com/al0ue2 *CAMBLY* Earn extra money tutoring anywhere in the world as a native English speaker online to make your travel dreams a reality through English tutoring teach 10/hrs and receive a $30 bonus through our link: https://www.cambly.com/invite/F6QAQ4SK?st=040924&sc=4 *Disclaimers* We only recommend products we would use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This video may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission. #welcometowrexham #football #wales เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 00:29 Wrexham FC PROMOTED for a 2nd YEAR in a ROW and we were there to see it!! Welcome to Wrexham the Netflix Documentary took the world by storm and helped to introduce many North Americans to the world of football (soccer) but the die hard local fans couldn't be more excited for this SECOND YEAR IN A ROW to hit promotion and up a division! #wrexham #wrexhamfc #football เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 26:49 What it's really like to visit the North Korean Border (DMZ tour) The Korean Demilitarized Zone (DMZ) is a strip of land running across the Korean Peninsula that serves as a buffer zone between North Korea and South Korea dividing Korea almost in half. In this day tour from Seoul we learn about the history and ongoing conflict between the 2 sides and look into the illusion that is presented as North Korea. We also visit the infamous third tunnel. The DMZ serves as a reminder that the desire for reunification continues to flicker, waiting for the right conditions to reignite. While it might evoke a sense of sadness and frustration, it ultimately encourages reflection and hope. It certainly made us far more aware of the human cost of conflict, the power of resilience, and the enduring desire for a peaceful and unified future for the Korean people. Sadly, the tensions between the two countries are at an all-time high. There is every chance that the DMZ may once again become the epicenter of another major conflict, and this might just be the last chance you may have to visit it. Time Stamps: 00:00 Intro 00:46 Seoul, South Korea 04:10 Imjingak Peace Park 05:05 Statues of Two Girls 08:30 North Korean Currency and Freedom Bridge 12:03 The Third Tunnel 17:45 Korean Sauna Style Eggs 18:11 Dora Observatory 19:00 NORTH KOREA 21:00 Unification 'Bean' Village While there are a ton of different tours available, we would highly recommend this Klook Tour. It also offers the best prices! https://bit.ly/3VMoLmO 👩🏻‍💻READ OUR TRAVEL BLOG and FIND OUR PHOTOGRAPHY! ✍🏻 BLOG & WEBSITE https://www.closerlives.com/jennandleontravelblog 💼Business inquiries 📧 EMAIL contactus@closerlives.com 📧 JENN abroadperspective@closerlives.com 📸 INSTAGRAM @jennandleontravel https://www.instagram.com/jennandleontravel/ 💁🏻‍♀️JENN https://www.instagram.com/_a_broad_perspective/ 🙋🏻‍♂️LEON https://www.instagram.com/leon.gregori213/?hl=en FACEBOOK https://www.facebook.com/JennandLeonTravel *KOHO ONLINE BANKING* open a Canadian account as a new user using our code: LBJDEPD4 https://www.koho.ca/referral/ Once you spend $20 in the first 30 days, you’ll get the $20 cash back OR 3 of the extra plan for a value of $27 *EXPEDIA* book your first trip/hotel/car rental/flight as a NEW USER with a min. spend $230 and receive $30 off sign up through link: https://www.expedia.ca/refer?refcode=JenniferJNfW4 *AMAZON* our Travel Must Have’s on Our Storefront https://amzn.to/3PJajs5 *EPEDEMIC SOUND* The music we use for our vlogs. Get 7 days free trail here: https://share.epidemicsound.com/al0ue2 *CAMBLY* Earn extra money tutoring anywhere in the world as a native English speaker online to make your travel dreams a reality through English tutoring teach 10/hrs and receive a $30 bonus through our link: https://www.cambly.com/invite/F6QAQ4SK?st=040924&sc=4 *Disclaimers* We only recommend products we would use ourselves and all opinions expressed here are our own. This video may contain affiliate links that at no additional cost to you, we may earn a small commission #northkorea #dmz #한국 เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 00:16 We did not expect to see THIS in #seoul #southkorea 😱😱 #travel Everyone likes to talk about how high tech Seoul, South Korea is and don't get us wrong it certainly can be so we were quite surprised to see the state of this public bathroom. However, we do think it was a great idea to give a space to use the facilities if you need to after a nice beer in the restaurant. This was talked about a lot in our long form video so we thought we would share it as a short! #서울블로그 เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 00:20 Why we love Vietnam and we think you will too! #vietnam #hộian #danang Vietnam is the first country in South Asia that we traveled to after settling semi-permanently in Thailand. We enjoyed a week-long visit, split in two between the cities of Danang & Hoi An. We really wanted a taste of Vietnamese culture and we found just that at some awesome spots, including the Hoi An Lantern Festival, Hoi An Memories and Marble Mountain. Not to mention an epic stay at Mulberry Silk Village, and Esco Bar in Danang, so good we went twice! เล่นวิดีโอ เล่นวิดีโอ 00:10 thrifting in Canada I find a BTS hoodie ON THE DAY we release our first SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA vlog! We went thrift shopping in Canada and found this EPIC hoodie! KPOP is so popular and today we are releasing our first long form vlog video all about our time in Seoul and exploring 2 major cities and also the DMZ! BTS was one of the first and major korean pop stars to break into the international music front! #kpop #bts #southkorea #seoul โหลดเพิ่มเติม ยังไม่มีโพสต์ที่เผยแพร่แล้วในภาษานี้ หลังจากที่โพสต์เผยแพร่แล้ว คุณจะเห็นข้อมูลที่นี่ Sign up Jenn & Leon at Closer Lives We plan to see, learn, love and share as much of the world with others as possible. That is why we created CLOSERLIVES.com , to create a community for like-minded individuals and to help bring the world a little closer together through poetry, history, storytelling, healing, art, purpose and community. If you'd like to join us please sign up to our website ; the social part is still in the process of being developed but currently you are able to post, share and interact. We'd love to have you here with us! PLUS when you sign up you will receive a welcome bonus of 20% off ANYTHING on our site! Why not use it to treat yourself to one of our exclusive products in our store. Tap here to check out our range of nearly 300 inspirational products at Closer Lives Emporium.