Tag: Albania
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Where to Stay in Tirana, Albania: Best Hotels for Couples, Families, Solo Travelers & More
Colorful streets, café culture, communist-era history, a growing restaurant scene and easy access to the rest of Albania make Tirana a city worth spending more than just a night passing through. And there is a much wider range of hotels here than many first-time visitors expect. You can stay in a polished five-star property with…
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Exactly What to Pack for Albania in Fall: September, October & November — Carry-On Only
Albania in fall can feel like several different trips packed into one season. September often holds onto summer, especially along the Albanian Riviera, with warm afternoons, beach days, outdoor dinners, and swimming still possible. October is more transitional, while November generally brings cooler temperatures, more rain, and a trip that feels much less beach-focused. That…
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Best Places to Visit in Albania: Tirana, Berat, Gjirokastër, Ksamil, the Albanian Riviera, Theth & More
Turquoise water curls around white-pebble beaches. Stone houses climb impossibly steep hillsides. Ottoman-era towns sit beneath ancient castles. Mountain roads wind toward villages tucked deep into the Albanian Alps. Cafés spill across the streets of a capital that feels completely different from the coastal resorts a few hours away. And archaeological ruins overlook the same…