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Living in Georgia
Tbilisi Circus: A Historic Landmark with a Surprising Past
| 49 viewsTbilisi Circus is an iconic part of the city's cultural landscape. Having lived in Georgia since 2011, I have passed by the Tbilisi Circus almost every day. However, it wasn’t until I attended a show that I truly appreciated its grandeur…
Foraging for Mushrooms near Tsodoreti Lake: A Day in the Suburbs of Tbilisi
| 38 viewsBack in June 2024, I first came across Tsodoreti Lake during one of the Tbilisi Trails races, which turned out to be one of the most challenging runs of my life. While I tackled the 10K trail route, my partner and our kiddo took a gentler…
Axel Georgian Business Angel Networking Event: Exploring Opportunities in Tbilisi
| 24 viewsIn mid-October 2024, I had the pleasure of attending the Axel Georgian Business Angel networking event, held right here in Tbilisi. Having passively observed the Georgian tech scene for over a decade, this event provided the perfect…
Maika.ge: My Favorite Print Shop in Tbilisi
| 37 viewsWhen it comes to reliable print services in Tbilisi, Maika.ge is my go-to choice. Located at Dinamo Arena, Gate 10, this small yet efficient print shop has been my trusted partner for several years. Whether for the translation business,…
Stocks, Crypto & Options trading
January 2025 Stock Portfolio Update ($7,936)
| 11 viewsAt the end of January 2025, the total value of our stock portfolio was USD 7,936 (€7,611 ). What is about 14.17% increase or USD 984 gain, if compared to the previous month. Despite few troubled options trades our small but aspiring…
McDonald's Stock Investment Update (January 2025): Slow and Steady Wins the Race
| 23 viewsWhen it comes to investing, everyone has their unique strategies, and sometimes they stem from habits or even indulgences. In my case, my McDonald's (MCD) stock accumulation journey has been as much about embracing a system as it has been…
Adjusting NVDA Options Trade Amid DeepSeek AI Disruption
| 47 viewsThe financial markets can be unpredictable, especially when unexpected developments disrupt trading strategies. Recently, NVIDIA (NVDA), a major player in the AI sector, faced significant volatility due to news about the Chinese DeepSeek…
Lessons from Bitcoin Futures Contango and 1DTE ETH Covered Call Trades
| 15 viewsOn January 20, I closed my contango trade with Bitcoin futures. It was supposed to be market neutral with small but steady returns, but I didn’t want to deal with too many complicated setups. I prefer directional trades—puts or calls—so I…
Hotel Reviews
Schuchmann Wines Château: A Long-Awaited Stay in Georgia’s Premier Winery Hotel & Spa
| 193 viewsIt took us over a decade to finally make it to Schuchmann Wines Château & Spa, and it was well worth the wait! We’ve spent years recommending this stunning winery hotel to visiting friends and business partners, yet somehow, we had…
Hotel Belvedere Prague: A Practical Stay with Easy Access
| 35 viewsDuring our recent trip to Prague in mid-October 2024, we stayed at Hotel Belvedere. My partner attended the MEET Central Europe Translators conference, and we were joined by one of our office employees, so we opted to book two rooms. While…
Review: Art Hotel Prague – A Cozy Stay in a Tranquil Part of Prague
| 17 viewsDuring our recent trip to Prague in October 2024, we opted for a one-night stay at the Art Hotel Prague. We arrived at the hotel via Bolt taxi from Václav Havel Airport, which was straightforward and efficient. At about EUR 120 per room…
Hotel Serodani Near Telavi
| 14 viewsAt the start of September 2024, during our annual trip to the Tsinandali Music Festival, trip was organized by our company Caucasus Translations, we had the pleasure of staying at Hotel Serodani near Telavi. This hotel provided the perfect…