Planning your trip to Albania, you will be faced with the impossible task of choosing from an incredible variety of places to visit and things to do – high mountain tops, dense forests, rolling hills, steep cliffs, sandy beaches, and the remnants of centuries of eventful history are just a few to mention. And this...Read More

Despite Albania’s mostly Mediterranean climate, winters here can be long, dark and cold. It is therefore hardly surprising that the most popular traditional holiday in the country, Dita e Verës or Summer Day, is celebrated with the purpose of driving out winter and welcoming the arrival of spring. If you want to know more about...Read More

The sleepy village of Roshnik is situated amid rolling hills, wine yards, olive groves, and fruit orchards, right at the foot of the mighty Mount Tomorr. Even though a mere 15km away from Berat, the small array of houses, farms and other buildings almost seems to exists in its own space and time, far from...Read More

Summer is the main tourist season in Albania. Soaring temperatures draw locals as well as visitors to the idyllic beaches and impressive mountainous areas where they, no doubt, have the time of their lives. If, however, you are not a friend of the heat or prefer to escape the masses, you should consider Discovering Albania...Read More

If you are planning to visit Albania you are probably wondering how you will get around- and searching online probably will not help you. So, here is a guide for transport options in Albania.   Not the greatest public transport Your first consideration whenever traveling to a new country might be public transport. However, it...Read More

Drive past stunning landscapes, discover Albanian culture, stop for photo breaks, and create an itinerary tailored to you — a self-drive tour is the best option for anyone seeking freedom and independence while traveling. This style of travel is guaranteed to be a one-of-a-kind experience for anyone who tries it. That is why we are...Read More

Food destinations are a whole category in itself when it comes to travel. Despite being a country with impeccable gastronomy, Albania has yet to reach the attention of a bigger audience as a food destination. However, it won’t be long until it becomes a famous foodie heaven in the Mediterranean. With an old tradition and...Read More

While exploring the Albanian Riviera several times, I decided to get on a ferry in Saranda, cross the Ionian sea, and try a new experience in Corfu, Greece. It only takes 30 minutes to get there by ferry so, it would be a shame to not get the opportunity. This is a trip from Saranda...Read More

With cities being so close to one another, there are lots of options to create the best round trips in Albania. Here is a list of some of the most interesting trips from our experience.   Durres – Ardenica – Apolloni – Vlora On this round trip, you will start off in the city of...Read More

Mountains, rivers, sea, lakes – Albania is blessed with natural beauty and luckily some of it is still untouched. So, you know what awaits you: the perfect combination of adventure and outdoor activities for anyone looking for an adrenaline rush. That is why we are presenting you with the top 10 adventure activities in Albania....Read More