Tbilisi: Georgia's surprising gem for LGBTQ+ travellers

Tbilisi is raw, beautiful, and surprisingly open. Here's why Georgia's capital deserves a spot on your travel list. Why Tbilisi? Tbilisi is not an obvious choice. Georgia is a conservative country. The Orthodox Church holds significant power. Yet Tbilisi has a small, fierce, creative LGBTQ+ scene. The city is unlike anywhere else in the region. Soviet balconies crumble. Ancient bathhouses stand. Natural wine bars fill until dawn. Tbilisi rewards curious travellers seeking something genuine. You cannot hold hands on every street corner here. But gay bars exist. Artists and queers have created space. A new generation pushes boundaries. Come with open eyes and realistic expectations. You will…