The rumors that albania isn't safe are 100% false, especially as an american, Im from Kosovo and always spend my vacations in Albania, and I can say that Kosovo is even safer than albania with a very low crime rate, but Albania is better for vacations and well, unlike kosovo, it has beaches. Albania has beaches. Hey! I Just have a general question regarding Albania. I'm wondering how long you all feel one would need to visit Albania to get the full Albania experience as far as travelling goes. Obviously it takes a LONG time to truly explore everything, I'm more asking from the perspective of a traveler. Days 4-5 – Gjirokaster to Himare. 2 nights/2 days in Himare. Days 6-8 – Himare to Berat. 3 nights/2.5 days in Berat. Day 9 – Berat to Tirana. Just 1 night/day there. Days 10-14 – Shkoder/Valbone/Theth. The main things I’m curious about are the south, the north is pretty much set. Wondering how easy it is to get from Gjirokaster to 30 votes, 35 comments. I think Albania is one of the best options in the world right now for expats, which is why I moved here. It's warm and sunny… Its worth to visit it a bit just to see how the capital of this country looks, but if you really want to see good stuff, please choose any other big city. Basically all of them are better, especially the people. Jan 29, 2022 · Wild Frontiers, one of the first operators to launch tours in Albania, said inquiries for its week-long guided trips – the only ones it offers below £1,000 – were up 30% on last January. Its 35 votes, 78 comments. 65K subscribers in the albania community. Ask, find, and simply explore things about Albania and Albanians in this subreddit! Cuz i live abroad and can afford spending about €100 a day while in albania on vacation, i tend to carry a weeks worth of cash or about €1000 till i need to go to an atm. I recommend keeping at least €200-€300 worth in cash just incase you come to anyplace that only accepts cash. Nov 9, 2023 · Visit Valbonë Valley National Park. Situated in the far north of Albania, bordering Montenegro to the north and Theth National Park to the west, Valbonë (or Valbona) Valley National Park is another sensational destination for Albania winter trips. With its dramatic, barren summits, forested vales, glacial springs, and waterfalls, it’s a I think I agree that I would much rather go to a place where it is real life rather than a tourist place. Albania has fascinating history, it has beaches, cities and mountains, everything you could wish for. Increased tourism in Albania will be good for the economy, but at the same time you don't want too many tourists. 3suyXr.