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'''Georgia''' is a country in [[Western Asia]], that borders [[Turkey]], [[Armenia]], [[Azerbaijan]] and [[Russia]]. Two part of Georgia in the North, [[Abkhazia]] and [[South Ossetia]] are ''de-facto '' independent countries though scarcely recognized statesfew nations recognize their independence.

Spots are very easy to find, just head in the right direction and you will find a suitable place to stand. Sometimes if luck isn't on your side though and you may have to wait for a while and the only cars who will stop for you are "''marshrutkas" '' (micro busesmicrobuses) which expect payment. But remain patient! Eventually someone will stop for you.Different from Unlike most European countries, usually still no one cares about hitching if you hitchhike directly on highways, so it's not a problem to find a spot.Few people over forty Older generations speak English Russian as a foreign language, but can speak Russian. People people in their twenties and younger are able to speak more English , at least in the bigger cities. In villages even youngsters might only speak Georgian but in the last couple of years many young people from English-speaking countries are being have been sent to the villages to teach English. A few phrases of Russian will be handy or with a little extra effort people will be amazed if you know some Georgian. == Border crossing == Citizens of EU, USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand and many other countries don't need a visa to enter and stay in the territory of Georgia for 360 days. === [[Abkhazia]] === Foreigners with a valid Entry Permit can enter [[Abkhazia]] from Georgia, but have to return to Georgia. Travelling from Russia through Abkhazia towards Georgia is impossible, as you'll then be regarded as having illegally entered Georgia. === Armenia === If you are going to [[Armenia]] you have to cross Sadakhlo border, it's possible to walk over the checkpoint and the border police are nice. === Turkey ===

* There is another crossing a bit further east, from Türkgözü to the village of Vale and on to [[Akhaltsikhe]]. Although the Turkish border road is large and in good quality, the road from the border to Akhaltsikhe is a really bad dirt-road. We wouldn't recommend this This crossing is not recommended unless you prefer more of an adventure, but the police there are very friendly and will help you get a ride or find a place to stay if it's getting late.;via ArmeniaIf you are going to [[Armenia]] you have to cross Sadakhlo border, it's possible to walk over the checkpoint and the border police are nice.=== Russia ===;via [[Russia]]Since July 2011 it is also possible to cross the border to/from Russia for all citizens passport holders at the [[Verkhny Lars-Darial Gorge border crossing]].;via [[Abkhazia]]Foreigners with a valid Entry Permit can enter [[Abkhazia]] from Georgia, but have to return to Georgia. Travelling from Russia through Abkhazia towards Georgia is impossible, as you'll then be regarded as having illegally entered Georgia.

Georgians are very hospitable people. When hitchhiking in the evening or at night, there is a high chance of your driver inviting you to stay at his home. If you are seen at nightfall on the outskirts of a town, villagers may literally pull you into their homes. Note that if you accept Georgian hospitality, your hosts may insist on a marathon drinking session, and you may not get much sleep before having to leave early the next morning.

 Summer can be pretty hot in Georgia with temperatures around 35°-40°C 35–40 °C so you'll need a lot of water and shelter from the sun. Water is easy to find and in fact most Georgians use drink tap water.