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Nune Tatunts

About Author

I’m Nune Tatunts, founder and CEO of Cascade Travel, a tour operator based in Yerevan, Armenia. I’ve spent nearly 30 years in the tourism industry as a tour manager, operations manager, and executive director for major travel companies across the Caucasus. I hold degrees in international tourism management and linguistics, and earned my tour guide license in 2009. I launched Cascade Travel in 2022 to share the real culture, history, and landscapes of Armenia, Georgia, and Azerbaijan. We offer cultural, adventure, wine and food, and custom tours, all created to help travelers connect more deeply with the region. I care deeply about responsible tourism and ensure our work supports local communities and helps keep tourism income in the region.

Dilvados Fruit Spirits
29
Mar
March 29, 2023,

Dilvados: Taste of the Armenian Fruits

It is not a story of a sharp success, or ancestors’ centuries-old traditions. It is a story of a resilient man who risked everything in his life to get the Armenian fruit spirits to a new level. By putting aside...
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Noravanq Monastery in Armenia
16
Mar
March 16, 2023,

Churches and Monasteries to see in Armenia

“The First Christian Nation” -  a sentence that goes hand in hand with Armenia. In 301 AD the Armenian Kingdom, in guidance of His Majesty the King Tiridates III Arshakuni and Saint Gregory the Illuminator, adopted Christianity as state religion....
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Armenian Traditional Cuisine
09
Mar
March 9, 2023,

Armenian Traditional Cuisine

It is impossible to get to know Armenia and its culture without trying the national cuisine. Rich with diverse flavours and hundreds of culinary products, Armenian traditional cuisine will not leave hungry and unsatisfied even the most rigorous visitor. 
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Armenian Award Winning Wines
01
Feb
February 1, 2023,

Armenian Award Winning Wines

Famous to the world as one of the oldest wine making countries, Armenia prides itself on preserving the millennial traditions of wine production and making. According to a legend, winemaking has come to life since Noah’s landing on Biblical Mount...
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History Museum Yerevan
17
Jan
January 17, 2023,

Top 5 Museums to Visit in Yerevan, Armenia

The heart of Armenia, capital Yerevan, in addition to the sheer number of cafes and bakeries, is also the cultural and historical hotspot of the country. The capital possesses more than 40 museums, which surely give a deep insight into...
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An open restaurant on streets of Yerevan
11
Jan
January 11, 2023,

Top 5 Cafes in Yerevan

The fashion of cafe-visiting and opening new ones has become more widespread in Yerevan. Several years ago the locals and visitors would surely complain about the lack of cafes in the capital, but now everything has changed dramatically.
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The interior of Zvartnots International Airport in Yerevan, Armenia
12
Oct
October 12, 2022,

How to Get From Yerevan Airport to the City Center

Undoubtedly, it can be stressful to arrive at any particular destination without planning the visit or tour ahead. So, here we are to kindly provide support with detailed information on how to deal with some specific situations while being in...
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Public Transport in Armenia
16
Sep
September 16, 2022,

Public Transport in Armenia

A couple of years ago the situation was very tough, especially with minibuses or so called “Marshrutkas”. They were relatively small in size, did not manage to take care of the population, people were squeezed within the buses, and so on....
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Armenian Traditional Restaurant in Yerevan, Armenia
24
Jul
July 24, 2022,

Top Armenian Traditional Restaurants in Yerevan

The location at the crossroads between Europe and Asia, influenced the lifestyle, and culture of Armenia in diverse ways. Undoubtedly, Armenian cuisine is the foremost impacted part of the culture where one may find traits from Turkish, Georgian, Persian, and...
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Mount Ararat
11
Jul
July 11, 2022,

Mount Ararat

Mount Ararat is an extinct volcano in the far east of modern-day Turkey. It consists of two snow-covered volcanic cones – Sis (Little Ararat, with the altitude of 3897 metres) and Masis (Greater Ararat- the highest peak of Turkey and...
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Travel to Armenia
02
Jun
June 2, 2022,

Pick the Best Armenian Travel Agency for a Vacation You’ll Remember

When planning a trip make sure to chose a right travel agency for you to enjoy your holiday free of hustle. Below check some tips and tricks not to leave out important details. 
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Mountain Artanish
16
Apr
April 16, 2022,

Top 5 Activities in Armenia

Despite the fact that Armenia is the first Christian country in the world full of ancient monasteries and monuments, it is not a passive destination at all. Thanks to high location with average 1800m above the sea level, Armenia offers...
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Armenian Jewellery
18
Feb
February 18, 2022,

Where to Buy Jewelry and Souvenirs in Armenia

Armenian national costumes and jewellery are as old as the nation’s culture and traditions. By being a dominant and integral part of the Armenian national identity and culture, the Armenian jewellery carries very important meanings and beliefs of the nation...
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Mount Aragats Armenia
06
Jan
January 6, 2022,

Top 5 Highest Mountains to Hike in Armenia

Armenia, a mountainous and landlocked country in the Transcaucasian region, offers unforgettable hiking and trekking destinations over its mountains. Each one of those giants carries deep historical and mythical references full of historical monuments and pilgrimage sites. Below the highest...
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