{"id":60242,"date":"2023-09-19T12:39:38","date_gmt":"2023-09-19T10:39:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/?p=60242"},"modified":"2023-09-19T12:39:38","modified_gmt":"2023-09-19T10:39:38","slug":"the-travel-albania-among-10-less-crowded-mediterranean-destinations-you-should-visit","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/the-travel-albania-among-10-less-crowded-mediterranean-destinations-you-should-visit\/","title":{"rendered":"The Travel: Albania among 10 less-crowded Mediterranean destinations you should visit"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cThe Mediterranean is a popular region for beauty and holidays. Thankfully there are many countries that provide hidden paradises to escape crowds,\u201d writes Derek Igbinedion for the American digital magazine \u201cThe Travel\u201d, as he proposes Albania among the 10 less-crowded Mediterranean destinations you should visit.<\/p>\n<p>The Mediterranean Islands are well known for their beauty, and they typically top the list of most travelers bucket lists. Nowhere else can beach enthusiasts discover such unspoiled, sun-drenched shores, embraced by the clearest waters and framed by breathtaking island vistas. Take Mykonos or Amalfi Coast, for example; every summer, social media is flooded with beautiful images of these captivating locations. As one would expect, the high season, especially during the bustling summer months, often translates into overwhelming crowds. Coveted locations are not for everyone. Thankfully, there are lesser-known, equally beautiful pristine paradises that provide a similar experience to the top Mediterranean destination but without the crowd, making these locations the perfect escape from these masses. So, why not consider these less-crowded Mediterranean destinations?<\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_60244\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-60244\" style=\"width: 1130px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-60244\" src=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/ksamili-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1130\" height=\"593\" srcset=\"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/ksamili-1.jpg 1130w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/ksamili-1-300x157.jpg 300w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/ksamili-1-1024x537.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/ksamili-1-768x403.jpg 768w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/ksamili-1-150x79.jpg 150w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/ksamili-1-696x365.jpg 696w, https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/ksamili-1-1068x560.jpg 1068w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1130px) 100vw, 1130px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-60244\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">View from Ksamil &#8211; Butrint National Park, Saranda, Southern Albania. Photo courtesy: Shutterstock<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>In contrast to its more frequented Mediterranean counterparts, the Albanian Riviera remains a hidden treasure. Among these natural wonders lies the charming village of Ksamil, graced with some of the most picturesque beaches to be found anywhere along the Mediterranean. Here, the azure waters gently kiss the shoreline, creating a paradise for beach enthusiasts and sun-seekers alike. Ever dreamt of a Mediterranean escape that is easy on the pockets and fills the soul with the beauty of unspoiled landscapes? Ksamil in the Albanian Riviera beckons, promising affordability without compromising on the breathtaking essence of the Mediterranean.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>You can read the original article <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thetravel.com\/less-crowded-mediterranean-destinations\/\"><em>here<\/em><\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cThe Mediterranean is a popular region for beauty and holidays. Thankfully there are many countries that provide hidden paradises to escape crowds,\u201d writes Derek Igbinedion for the American digital magazine \u201cThe Travel\u201d, as he proposes Albania among the 10 less-crowded Mediterranean destinations you should visit. 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