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Albania, explained by the people who live here

Guides and itineraries to help you plan, written by our team.

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Beaches · May 28, 2026 · 11 min read

The 12 Best Beaches in Albania (From Someone Who Grew Up on Them)

Ksamil gets the Instagram fame, but the Riviera has better water with a fraction of the crowd. Our ranking, with how to reach each one.

Itineraries

May 19, 2026 · 14 min read

Three routes covering the Alps, the UNESCO towns and the coast, with realistic driving times. Google Maps underestimates Albanian roads.

Itineraries

July 10, 2026 · 10 min read

One week, both UNESCO towns, the Blue Eye, the Riviera and the Llogara Pass — with realistic driving times and where to sleep each night.

Itineraries

July 8, 2026 · 11 min read

The route we'd drive ourselves: Theth and the Komani Lake ferry first, then Berat, Gjirokastër and three nights on the coast.

Itineraries

July 5, 2026 · 12 min read

Fourteen days covers everything: the Alps and the Theth–Valbona hike, four historic cities, Lake Ohrid and enough Riviera time to actually rest.

Beaches

May 12, 2026 · 8 min read

Roadless coves, a village taverna with no menu, and a viewpoint most visitors miss.

Travel Tips

April 30, 2026 · 12 min read

Money, driving, dress codes, coffee culture and how the bus timetable really works. The questions first-timers ask us most.

Guides

April 21, 2026 · 9 min read

Alpine valleys and lake ferries, or turquoise coves and ancient ruins? A comparison to help you match each region to your trip.

Guides

April 9, 2026 · 10 min read

Albania's cities are cheap and walkable. Where to stay, what to eat, and the museum worth your time in each.

Food & Culture

March 27, 2026 · 13 min read

From byrek at dawn to tavë kosi done right, plus the seaside mussels worth a detour.

Travel Tips

March 14, 2026 · 7 min read

June and September are the sweet spots, but May has wildflowers, October has warm sea, and winter has the Alps to yourself. A month-by-month guide.