Georgia — a country that you fall in love with from the first minutes of acquaintance with it. Even if you have managed to travel half the world, Georgia will find something to surprise you with. Probably, there is no person who would come to Georgia and remain disappointed.
A good holiday is, first of all, a safe holiday. And if you have planned your trip to Georgia, you can not worry about safety at all. According to the Numbeo report of 2016, Georgia is the safest country in Europe, and on a global scale it ranks sixth after South Korea, Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong and Taiwan.
Although petty theft and robbery are common throughout Europe, Georgia has one of the lowest crime rates in Europe, making Georgia a safe country to visit at any time of year.
Let's discuss the safety of tourism in the country according to various parameters:
Travel to Georgia
Georgia is full of extremely picturesque places that can be visited alone, even at night. But if you are traveling to places with low population density, it is advisable to travel in groups or, even better, visit these places as part of a tour to avoid unpleasant encounters. It is also better to avoid walking on the streets at night.
Driving / Transport
Public transportation in Georgia is well planned, accessible and connects every corner of the country. However, it should be noted that, like in any other country, the roads can be crowded during rush hour. There are many reckless drivers in Georgian cities and road accidents are not uncommon. Although radars are installed on main streets, major intersections and highways throughout the country, it is recommended to exercise extreme caution when crossing roads and to follow proper rules and regulations (such as wearing seat belts) while driving. Be careful while driving and, if possible, avoid driving at night. Police cars regularly patrol the streets of Georgian cities and towns and help in case of car breakdowns or any other problems on the road.
Georgian people
Georgian people are friendly, warm and helpful. Since English and Russian are not their main languages, you may encounter some difficulties. It will be much easier to communicate with the locals if you familiarize yourself with a few basic phrases such as "Hello, Goodbye, Where, How Much" etc. in Georgian before traveling to Georgia.
