π¦π± Your Guide to Albania
Everything about Albania β places, food, and practical tips before you travel
Albania is the destination everyone is discovering right now β and then wondering why they didn't come sooner π€©. Beaches on par with Greece and Italy for half the price or less, lush green mountains, and beautifully preserved historic cities. A country with a Muslim majority, prices among the lowest in Europe, and no visa complications for Saudi passport holders β . The hidden European gem you need to know about π.
Top Places to See
Tirana
The colorful capital with museums, markets, and a youthful vibe
Berat
The city of a thousand windows, perched on a hill overlooking the river
The Albanian Riviera
Clean, turquoise beaches free from crowds
GjirokastΓ«r
A stone city on the UNESCO World Heritage List
SarandΓ«
A quiet coastal town close to the island of Corfu
What to Eat
Byrek β Pastry filled with cheese or meat β similar to Turkish bΓΆrek but with a local twist
Tave Kosi β Slow-roasted lamb in the oven with yogurt β a dish served at celebrations
Fasule β A bean and vegetable soup with olive oil β simple and delicious
Fresh Fish β Straight from the sea to the kitchen on the Riviera β at prices you won't believe
Practical Tips
π΅ The Albanian lek is very cheap against the dollar β your budget stretches further than you'd expect
π‘οΈ Summer is ideal for the beaches, spring and autumn are perfect for the mountains and historic towns
π Renting a car is essential to cover the Riviera and inland cities freely
π£οΈ Albanians are very warm toward Arabs β you'll receive a genuinely enthusiastic welcome
βοΈ Transit through Istanbul or Rome is the easiest route to get there
Albania gives you Europe without the crowds and at a price that's genuinely reasonable π. Clean beaches, kind people, and a rich history. Discover it before everyone else does and the prices go up π.