If you have been following me on Instagram you will know the struggle I had with getting an Albanian visa. My first thoughts were that it was going to be an easy process to get one. The actual visa is easy to obtain but it’s getting the right documents and the time frame that can be the struggle. So, I decided to document the process and maybe it might give you a little insight into what it’s like to apply for a long-term visa for Albania. NOTE: I am NOT a visa[...]
If you decide to come to the beautiful Mediterranean paradise that is Albania, then I would recommend coming for as long as possible. But if you only have 1 week to explore the country then here’s a collection of 1-week Albania itinerary options, seeing some of the best sights that there is in Albania. What's the best way to travel around Albania? By car, if you want the flexibility of stopping at random spots along the way, there are a lot of great ones! If you don[...]
South Albania has a lot to offer. From hiking in the beautiful mountains to relaxing by the most beautiful untouched beaches in Europe or visiting one of the many historic ancient sites that Albania has, there really is something for everyone. So I created this itinerary for those who only have 10 days to explore south Albania. I highly suggest you stay for longer of course, or maybe move here I like I did. This south Albania itinerary is for someone who loves to[...]
*I will be avoiding certain words in this post because otherwise this post can get suppressed. I will use words like panini for the big P-word and 'V' for the thing that gets put in the arm. I have been asked a fair few times about what Albania is like to travel to during the panini. What are the Albania travel restrictions? Is it safe? Should we still travel to Albania in 2021, or should we wait until next year? I’ve been putting off this post for a while becau[...]
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*Updated Feb 2021 Located in the southern part of the Albanian Riviera lies the coastal city of Saranda/Sarandë. During the summer months, Saranda is buzzing with people, in fact, apparently, the usual Saranda population is around 30,000, but during the summer that figure can spiral up to 300,000. Great restaurants, a beautiful coastline and the perfect base to explore other breath-taking places nearby is the main reasons tourists flock here during the summer[...]