Mlashe Georgia | August 2023

NOTE: The dates have been adjusted and the pop-up will run August 8 - 14, 2023 (originally published as August 7 - 13).

Come join us in Mlashe, Mtskheta-Mtianeti, Georgia, for summertime fun!

Our pop-ups provide a super casual, budget-friendly opportunity to gather together, connect with other worldschoolers, share your insights, instill new friendships, learn about the local area, and immerse in a friendly, accepting mobile community.

We've cherry-picked the best low- or no-cost activities that highlight local nature, arts, history, food, and culture....but you'll also have plenty of time to relax, get to know each other and even stray from the itinerary to add activities that cater to the group's interests (we provide plenty of supplemental ideas to tailor your experience).

Pop in for a few days or the full week. Join as many activities as you'd like. It's up to you! We would love to have you come and simply HANG OUT with like-minded families while we dive in and explore the local offerings.

Our itinerary will include activities such as the following:

*Activities at the lake (swimming, games)

*Hikes/walks

*Bonfires

*Volunteer clean up project

*Intercultural exchange with the locals

*Georgian cooking class

*Crafts

*Local food & beverage

*Workshops on permaculture and/or compassion communication (donation-based)

*Day trip to Tbilisi and/or to the historic city of Mtskheta

COST per Family: Tickets are limited to 10 families.

$70 Early Bird Rate, expires May 15, 2023

$100 Regular Rates (families with financial need receive a 25% discount, use code Mlashe25% at checkout)

MEET YOUR HOST:

Linda is our host and her German-Georgian family lives in a small village in Georgia, 40 km north of Tbilisi. Mlashe is close to Bazaleti Lake with lovely views of the Caucasus mountains. Her son is 6 years old and they'll open a family-friendly Eco-Guesthouse this year to host worldschoolers and show them around their beautiful village.

On the property you'll find two dogs, a cat, and chickens as well as vegetable garden. They love this area because you can swim in the lake, go to the forest, go camping, it is close to hiking spots, and also it's just 1-hour from the capital. Additionally the hosts have a network of local families to engage in cultural exchange with pop-up guests.

LODGING & NEIGHBORHOODS:

The hosts are renting rooms in their Eco-Guesthouse. Additionally, there are also cottages, glamping, camping , Airbnb, and other hotel options in the area. There is a campingsite and bar at Bazaleti Lake (3 km distance) with the option to rent stand-up paddleboards and pedal boats. There is also a beautiful tavern with a playground and glamping options in 1,4 km walking distance. These three areas will be central for most pop-up activities.

CAMPING RECOMMENDATIONS:

Ami Beach & more

TRANSPORT:

The local Mashrutka offers transport to the next village (2km away) several times a day. On Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays you can catch transport from Tbilisi to Mlashe leaving at 14:00. A taxi from the capital to Mlashe costs between 20-25€ and the host can help with organizing it if needed. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Join the private FaceBook group to ask questions, coordinate plans, stay up to date on activities in the area, meet the host, and interact with other potential attendees:

www.facebook.com/groups/mlashepopup2023

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