Arrival in Yerevan: August Heat and First Steps

Aram Petrosyan lands in Yerevan for the first time, navigating the practicalities of settling in—registration, SIM cards, and bank accounts—while soaking in the city's summer rhythm. From the Vernissage market to the Cascade's Ararat view, this episode sets the stage for a year-long journey across Armenia. ☕ Enjoying the show? Help keep every episode free — buymeacoffee.com/paris2tokyo Plan your trip to Armenia: eSIM & data · Tours & tickets · Airport transfers · Car rental · Travel insurance · Hotels & full Armenia guide → Some links are affiliate links. Episode 1 of Armenia Travel Podcast with Aram Petrosyan. Aram Petrosyan is in Yerevan, Armenia. Places in this episode: Zvartnots International Airport, Arabkir, Kentron, Republic Square, Cascade Complex, Cafesjian Center for the Arts, Vernissage, Gum Market. Covered: arrival logistics, residence registration, banking, SIM card, Yerevan orientation, local food markets. Chapters:00:00 Arabkir01:36 Kentron03:28 Ameriabank05:25 Republic Square07:10 Gum Market08:53 City night09:49 Quiet room A full transcript of this episode is available in supported apps. #Yerevan #ArmeniaTravel #TravelPodcast #ExpatLife #Armenia #Yerevan2026 #Vernissage #GumMarket #CascadeYerevan #Ararat #ResidencePermit #BankingInArmenia #SettlingInYerevan #ArmenianFood #Lavash #DudukFlute #Khorovats #TravelGuide https://www.paris2tokyo.com/podcasts/armenia/