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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…
Belgian beer is about much more than just hops and alcohol content. Here’s a beginner’s guide to the different types of beer in Belgium. Belgium has a passionate relationship with brewing, with roots that stretch back to the Middle Ages. Home to both the world’s largest brewing company, Belgian-Brazilian AB InBev, and numerous local small…
Are you heading to Brussels or Bruges and wondering what to eat in Belgium? Try these 12 dishes. Belgian culinary culture must be one of Europe’s best-kept food secrets. We were certainly not aware of the delightful blend of French, German, and Dutch food traditions that awaited us. Here you can indulge in local Belgian…
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…
