{"id":58522,"date":"2023-08-09T12:38:18","date_gmt":"2023-08-09T10:38:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/?p=58522"},"modified":"2023-08-09T12:39:53","modified_gmt":"2023-08-09T10:39:53","slug":"tg24-affordable-beach-vacations-in-albania-the-maldives-of-europe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/tg24-affordable-beach-vacations-in-albania-the-maldives-of-europe\/","title":{"rendered":"TG24: Affordable beach vacations in Albania, \u201cthe Maldives of Europe\u201d"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Italian media outlet TG24 promotes tourist Albania through an article dedicated to the coastline, from Velipoja to Saranda.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>Full TG24 article on Albania translated in English<\/em><\/p>\n<p>For those seeking a destination not yet overrun by tourists but still capable of offering pristine landscapes and turquoise waters, the Balkan Peninsula country is the ideal choice.<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_58523\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-58523\" style=\"width: 588px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-58523\" src=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"588\" height=\"408\" srcset=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1.jpg 588w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-300x208.jpg 300w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-150x104.jpg 150w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/1-218x150.jpg 218w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 588px) 100vw, 588px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-58523\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy: Getty Images<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Albania is still a relatively undiscovered gem in terms of mass tourism, yet it can provide unspoiled beaches and turquoise seas for those wanting to enjoy a vacation away from the tourist crowds. Here are the ten most beautiful beaches.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_58524\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-58524\" style=\"width: 627px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-58524\" src=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"627\" height=\"839\" srcset=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2.jpg 627w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2-224x300.jpg 224w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2-150x201.jpg 150w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/2-300x401.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 627px) 100vw, 627px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-58524\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy: Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Considered the coolest beach in Albania, Drymades features a long stretch of clear sand and white pebbles, with vividly colored and crystal-clear waters, tall olive trees, trendy venues, beach bars, fast food joints, pizzerias, camping sites, and local markets.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_58525\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-58525\" style=\"width: 735px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-58525\" src=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"735\" height=\"460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3.jpg 735w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3-150x94.jpg 150w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/3-696x436.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-58525\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy: Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Dh\u00ebrmi Beach is one of the most famous in Albania. It\u2019s a several-kilometer-long strip graced by deep blue waters. Nestled between a mountain range and the sea, it\u2019s a place to unwind and savor nature.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_58526\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-58526\" style=\"width: 733px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-58526\" src=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"733\" height=\"463\" srcset=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4.jpg 733w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4-300x189.jpg 300w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4-150x95.jpg 150w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/4-696x440.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 733px) 100vw, 733px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-58526\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy: Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The village of Ksamil is about a twenty-minute drive from the city of Saranda in southern Albania, not far from the Greek border. Ksamil Beach, considered one of the most beautiful beaches in the country, is known for its Caribbean-like colors, transparent waters, and white sands.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_58527\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-58527\" style=\"width: 734px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-58527\" src=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"734\" height=\"460\" srcset=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5.jpg 734w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5-150x94.jpg 150w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/5-696x436.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 734px) 100vw, 734px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-58527\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy: Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Gjipe Beach is located in the southern part of the country. Difficult to access, this is what keeps it a wild and untouched paradise. It\u2019s a canyon that hides a pure white sandy beach, creating a stunning contrast with the turquoise and crystal-clear waters.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_58528\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-58528\" style=\"width: 508px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-58528\" src=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"508\" height=\"379\" srcset=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6.jpg 508w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/6-150x112.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 508px) 100vw, 508px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-58528\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy: Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Borsh, near other localities like Fterra, Piqeras, and Qeparo, offers not only a stunning beach but also numerous activities like sailing, canoeing, kayaking, and water skiing during the day, as well as music (like the South Outdoor Festival) and beach bonfires at night.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_58529\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-58529\" style=\"width: 635px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-58529\" src=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/7.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"635\" height=\"479\" srcset=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/7.jpg 635w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/7-300x226.jpg 300w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/7-150x113.jpg 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 635px) 100vw, 635px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-58529\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy: Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>As the last city in Albania before the Greek border, Saranda lies just across from Corfu. It\u2019s known for its pleasant city center, featuring a pedestrian waterfront lined with hotels and restaurants, and especially for the magnificent beaches in its immediate surroundings.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_58530\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-58530\" style=\"width: 732px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-58530\" src=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"732\" height=\"455\" srcset=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8.jpg 732w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8-300x186.jpg 300w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8-150x93.jpg 150w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/8-696x433.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 732px) 100vw, 732px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-58530\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy: Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Velipoja, just a few dozen kilometers from Shkodra, is the quintessential Albanian seaside town: many amenities, a lengthy beach, and affordable prices. This beach is one of the largest and most popular in Albania, offering a wide range of water activities including surfing, kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, diving, and snorkeling.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_58531\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-58531\" style=\"width: 1229px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-58531\" src=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1229\" height=\"923\" srcset=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9.jpg 1229w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9-1024x769.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9-696x523.jpg 696w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/9-1068x802.jpg 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1229px) 100vw, 1229px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-58531\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy: Unsplash<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Sh\u00ebngjin Beach (known as San Giovanni di Medua in Italian) is a beautiful beach located seven kilometers from the historic city of Lezha, known for having around 300 sunny days a year. It boasts breathtaking views and pristine waters.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_58532\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-58532\" style=\"width: 1015px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-58532\" src=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/10.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1015\" height=\"763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/10.jpg 1015w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/10-300x226.jpg 300w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/10-768x577.jpg 768w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/10-150x113.jpg 150w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/10-696x523.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1015px) 100vw, 1015px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-58532\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy: Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The stretch of Lalzi Beach and its seabed are adorned with fine, soft sand. From the coast, there\u2019s a picturesque view of mountains, coniferous trees, and green meadows.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_58533\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-58533\" style=\"width: 1018px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-58533\" src=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/11.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1018\" height=\"679\" srcset=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/11.jpg 1018w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/11-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/11-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/11-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/11-696x464.jpg 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1018px) 100vw, 1018px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-58533\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo courtesy: Flickr<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Valona, or Vlora in Albanian, is one of the most popular seaside destinations in summer, located along the southern coast, at the beginning of what\u2019s known as the Albanian Riviera. The beach, a mix of sand and pebbles, is quite long \u2013 it\u2019s the longest bay in Albania \u2013 and during the summer months, it\u2019s equipped with sun loungers and umbrellas. Local venues and restaurants line the promenade.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><em>You can read the original article <a href=\"https:\/\/tg24.sky.it\/lifestyle\/2023\/08\/07\/mare-albania-spiagge#00\"><strong>here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Italian media outlet TG24 promotes tourist Albania through an article dedicated to the coastline, from Velipoja to Saranda. &nbsp; Full TG24 article on Albania translated in English For those seeking a destination not yet overrun by tourists but still capable of offering pristine landscapes and turquoise waters, the Balkan Peninsula country is the ideal choice. 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