Month: April 2023

April 24th, 2023 – 108th Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day

The Armenian Genocide, also known as the Armenian Holocaust, was a devastating tragedy that has left an indelible mark on the Armenian people. From 1915 to 1923, the Ottoman Empire, which is now Turkey, systematically murdered and deported over 1.5 million Armenians. This was done through forced marches, death squads, and mass killings. The genocide…… Continue reading April 24th, 2023 – 108th Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day

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Alcohol and Armenia: History, Culture & Recommendations.

Armenia is rich with history and culture; its’ relationship with alcohol is no exception. From traditional Armenian brandy to locally brewed beer, alcohol plays a significant role in Armenia’s social fabric. In this blog, we will take a closer look at the history and culture of alcohol in Armenia. At the end, I will recommend…… Continue reading Alcohol and Armenia: History, Culture & Recommendations.

10 Random Facts About Armenia

Armenia is a small but fascinating country located in the South Caucasus region, known for its rich culture, ancient history, and stunning natural beauty. Here are 10 random facts about Armenia that you may not have known: Armenia is one of the oldest countries in the world, with a history dating back to 4000 BC.…… Continue reading 10 Random Facts About Armenia

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diasPROա — Interview

During my time in Armenia, I was privileged to have been invited to participate in the diasPROա (pronounced as “diaspro-ah”) podcast. This podcast serves as a platform for highlighting the success stories of diaspora professionals in Armenia, with its title cleverly playing on the word “diaspora.” I must say that collaborating with the media team…… Continue reading diasPROա — Interview

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Soaking in Beer While Drinking Beer: What is a beer spa like?

When Drew and I visited Prague, we were determined to try the Original Beer Spa. The spa is known for its unique beer-soaking experience. Having already soaked in thermal baths in Budapest and sulfur baths in Tbilisi, we were eager to add another bathing experience to our list. In the beer spa! Na Zdraví! (Cheers…… Continue reading Soaking in Beer While Drinking Beer: What is a beer spa like?

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Writing a Blog is Hard

Blogging is hard. I took the leap in January of 2022 by purchasing my webpage and domain. I faced a multitude of challenges. From designing my own logo to trying to learn WordPress to create a website. Neither were easy and I still am not satisfied with the results. Eventually, I only managed to write…… Continue reading Writing a Blog is Hard