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Travel tips for Albania
Is Albania safe for families? Are the beaches kid-friendly? Here, we share some of our experiences and tips for a family vacation in Albania. This post contains affiliate links. This means that we receive a small commission if you book through us, without it costing you any extra. This way you support our blog 🙂…
Wondering which beach suits you best? Here’s a little guide to the beaches in Saranda. Have you seen the social media campaigns where Southern Albania is marketed as Europe’s answer to the Maldives? Albania is very popular these days, and there are plenty of pictures of crystal-clear water, straw umbrellas, dramatic cliffs, cozy beach restaurants,…
Durres has become one of the new hot charter destinations in Europe. How does the city really measure up against other beach destinations? Durres was founded around 627 BC and was Albania’s capital for a short period between 1914 and 1920. The city is located on the Albanian Riviera and is Albania’s largest port city….
Gjirokaster is nestled between the southern Albanian mountains, offering a glimpse into Albania’s fascinating history and culture. Small stone houses with slate roofs cling to steep slopes, and a towering castle carved from Albanian mountain stone. The Stone City of Gjirokaster (Gjirokastër/Gjirokastra) should be high on your list of cities to visit in Albania. Founded…
Berat is one of Albania’s oldest cities, inhabited for thousands of years. This ancient city has been home to a number of different civilizations and empires, contributing to its rich cultural and historical identity. Berat is also known as the “City of a Thousand Windows.” It’s easy to understand why when you see the distinctive…
Albania has swiftly evolved from an obscure destination to a widely sought-after travel hotspot in just a few years. Sunshine, beautiful beaches, deep blue seas, towering mountains, fascinating culture, and interesting history attract travelers from near and far. Additionally, Albania is a country where most things are affordable, especially compared to Scandinavia. The Albanian people…
I love Albania and I love beer. This is my small guide to Albanian beer for those of you who are either traveling beer enthusiasts or just want to quench your thirst in the Albanian heat. Albania may not have the largest selection of beers, but it boasts several large and small breweries that produce…
The small coastal town of Saranda in southern Albania is located by the part of the Mediterranean called the Ionian Sea. Saranda, or Sarandë in Albanian, has quickly become a popular place to visit. This somewhat unpolished gem lies right by the border to Greece, and the nearest airport is actually on the Greek island…
Byrek, raki and lamb baked in yoghurt. Look for these things on the menu in Albania! Albanian cuisine is composed of many well-known flavors from several neighboring countries. You will find influences from Greece, Italy and Turkey. Many of the dishes are quite simple, with few, but high quality ingredients taking the center stage. Albanian…
Tirana is a colorful and unique European capital – perfect for those who are looking for a slightly different city vacation. We had mixed expectations when our plane landed at Mother Teresa International Airport outside Tirana. The airport has been given this name because Mother Teresa was born precisely in Albania, one of the many…
