experience • outdoors

Albania

Absolutely beautiful! Tirana is one the sweetest cities i have been to! And dhermi and Vlorë are paradise!

destination

Albania

other

Albania

Virtually untouched by tourism, this gem of a country has it all: crystal clear-turquoise beaches; ancient fortresses; Alps that rival Switzerlnd; a vibrant and fascinating culure full of warm, friendly people; and lots and lots of coffee!

destination

Albania

destination

Albania

Visa: You do not need a visa as a US citizen Top cities: Tirana, Berat, Sarande, Duress Best time of year to visit: April - June, September - October High Tourist Season: July - August Low Season: November - March Language: albanian Currency: Albanian lek Vaccines: none

other

Albania

Albania is filled with the most generous and amazing people I've met during my travels. I'll never forget their hospitality and kindness and this country will always be one of my favourites.

other

Albania

The Albanian Riviera is a stunning secret - for now. Go before the world finds out.

other

Albania

Right above Greece, this country is new to tourism. Recently opened borders from a strict communist control, the natives are so excited to meet foreigners. Country is drop dead gorgeous with amazing beaches and mountains. Super cheap.

destination • experience

Albania

Albania! I had a server in Tirana who asked me "Why do you come to Albania?". I responded "Why should I not come to Albania?" This country had decades of communistic past and they isolated themselves for years. It was a true communist country where people wore the same clothes, no religion and no cars! The only cars were state cars and everyone walked or rode donkey carts until the early 90s. To see how the country has developed in almost 30 years is what I find intersting, The streets are filled with modern day music, cars are everywhere and art fills the street. I know that this country is still unknown to most and that is why I wanted to spend a few days getting to know it. There were many other tourists, many solo travelers, from around the world who were just as curious. We all said that we wanted to see Albania before everyone else realized how cool the country really is.