{"id":61495,"date":"2023-10-16T11:52:48","date_gmt":"2023-10-16T09:52:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/?p=61495"},"modified":"2023-10-16T11:52:48","modified_gmt":"2023-10-16T09:52:48","slug":"albania-one-of-the-most-sought-after-travel-destinations-we-have","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/euronews.al\/en\/albania-one-of-the-most-sought-after-travel-destinations-we-have\/","title":{"rendered":"Albania: One of the most sought-after travel destinations we have"},"content":{"rendered":"

The combination of low prices and its proximity to the well-known holiday destination of Greece is continually drawing more tourists to Albania.<\/p>\n

\u201cAlbania has emerged as one of the most sought-after travel destinations we have after the pandemic. But even in the years prior, Albania was becoming increasingly popular,\u201d says David Karlsson, the managing director of Tema-Reiser.<\/p>\n

He explains that many choose Albania based on recommendations from friends and family. \u201cNevertheless, we find that many are pleasantly surprised because it\u2019s so much better than they expected,\u201d he adds.<\/p>\n

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Stunning beaches, hidden gems, and low prices are often highlighted as the advantages of Albania as a holiday destination. Here, from Mango Beach in Saranda. Photo courtesy: Aleksandar Todorovic (Shutterstock\/NTB)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Karlsson describes Albania as hospitable, affordable, with beautiful natural landscapes and great hiking opportunities.<\/p>\n

\u201cI think many have formed an image of Albania based on glimpses from the 1980s when the country was one of Europe\u2019s most isolated Eastern Bloc nations. A gray and gloomy image, and then they are overwhelmed by the colorful, warm country that greets them,\u201d says Karlsson.<\/p>\n

Major tour operators in Norway all offer trips to Albania. They confirm significant interest, both for package tours and flexible holidays that allow travelers to arrange flights and accommodations according to their preferences.<\/p>\n

Albania is not only more affordable than its neighboring country, Greece, but it also offers many unique experiences.<\/p>\n

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Saranda is the main tourist town on the Albanian Riviera. The town, which has around 35,000 inhabitants, is also a center for Greek minorities in Albania. Photo courtesy: Andrew Mayovskyy (Shutterstock\/NTB)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Brand new culinary adventures<\/strong><\/p>\n

According to Karlsson, the culinary experiences are among the most surprising aspects. Albanian cuisine is described as a diverse blend of Mediterranean and Balkan fare.<\/p>\n

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An Albanian meal often consists of shared small dishes. Here, local ingredients, including olives, cheeses, bread, and cured meats, are served in the Albanian region of Zadrima. Photo courtesy: Maria Studio (Shutterstock\/NTB)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Before the country declared its independence in 1912 and later became highly isolated as a communist state, Albania was occupied by various powers, including the Roman Empire and the Ottoman Empire. As a result, the cuisine incorporates elements from Italian, Turkish, Ottoman, and Greek culinary traditions. Common ingredients include olive oil, vinegar, vegetables, spices, meat, seafood, and cheese. Typical accompaniments are rice, bread, or potatoes.<\/p>\n

Albania\u2019s national dish, \u201ctav\u00eb kosi\u201d, is a slow-cooked lamb dish served with rice, vegetables, and yogurt sauce.<\/p>\n

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Albania’s national dish, “tav\u00eb kosi”, is a lamb dish that is cooked in a clay pot and served with rice, vegetables, and yogurt sauce. Photo courtesy: AS Foodstudio (Shutterstock\/NTB)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Breathtaking nature<\/strong><\/p>\n

Albania is often promoted today for its beautiful beaches along the Adriatic and Ionian Seas. Coastal cities like Saranda and Durr\u00ebs have become popular destinations. However, 70 percent of the country consists of mountainous terrain, some of which is rugged and remote but also offers excellent hiking opportunities.<\/p>\n

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Travel guidebook author Inger Karin Natlandsmyr has been on hiking trips in many countries. She has now released her third book, which describes 60 trips in the Nordic region. Photo courtesy: Carina Johansen (NTB)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Travel book author Inger Karin Natlandsmyr is generally curious about less-traveled destinations, especially those that have been off-limits to the rest of the world for many years. She booked flights to the capital, Tirana, and joined a guided mountain tour as early as 2015. At that time, Albania was still relatively uncharted territory for Norwegian tourists.<\/p>\n

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Tourists with a view of the more remote mountain areas in northern Albania. Photo courtesy: Andrii Marushchynets<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

\u201cWe hiked along well-maintained paths through magnificent high mountains, across fields with wild mushrooms, and through enormous oak forests down to lush valley bottoms, where we could help ourselves to sweet yellow plums and juicy cherries outside abandoned old houses,\u201d Natlandsmyr recounts.<\/p>\n

She recommends using a guide to make the most of the trip.<\/p>\n

\u201cAlong the way, we learned a lot about what it\u2019s like to live in Albania today and what it was like during the communist era,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

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Inger Karin and Jan Halvor Natlandsmyr on a mountain hike in Albania. Here, they have met the couple Stani who live in a simple shepherd’s hut at 1680 meters above sea level, near the border with Montenegro, from June to November, where they mostly live on cheese and butter from the cows they take to the mountains. Photo courtesy: NTB Tema<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Driving and traffic<\/strong><\/p>\n

Natlandsmyr was surprised by the low traffic on the roads in Albania, especially outside of the cities.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe took public transportation by minibus from the capital to the Valbona Valley. It was a fantastic experience where we got close to people\u2019s daily lives,\u201d she says.<\/p>\n

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The Ministry of Foreign Affairs warns that the roads in Albania are poor, especially in rural areas. Photo courtesy: thomaslabriekl (Shutterstock\/NTB)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Along the less-traveled roads, cows with bells grazed. Pigs, chickens, goats, and sheep roamed freely in the villages.<\/p>\n

The guide explained that owning a car wasn\u2019t common in the past, and getting a driver\u2019s license wasn\u2019t so widespread until the 1990s.<\/p>\n

On the Ministry of Foreign Affairs\u2019 website, it\u2019s mentioned that the number of traffic-related fatalities in Albania is among the highest in Europe.<\/p>\n

\u201cDriving can be challenging, and the roads, especially in rural areas, are in poor condition. Streetlights in the cities are occasionally affected by power outages, and there is a lack of street lighting along most roads outside of urban areas,\u201d according to the Ministry.<\/p>\n

There is also a warning that minor disputes in traffic can escalate quickly.<\/p>\n

\u201cAlbanian driving style can be aggressive and doesn\u2019t always adhere to traffic rules. Avoid reacting to provoking behavior from other drivers and be aware that some may be armed,\u201d the advice states.<\/p>\n

Language and Safety Despite warnings about aggressive driving, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs notes that Albania is generally a safe destination with low crime. Public safety is generally good, especially in the capital, Tirana.<\/p>\n

More and more people speak English, and the locals are generally very welcoming, hospitable, and warm. \u201cBesa\u201d is widespread, an honor code that means if you make a promise, you keep it.<\/p>\n

One thing to be aware of is that in Albania, people shake their heads to mean \u201cyes\u201d and nod to mean \u201cno\u201d.<\/p>\n

Money and price levels<\/strong><\/p>\n

Albania was one of the last countries in Europe to break free from its communist regime in 1991. According to the UN\u2019s country profiles, the country was one of the poorest in Europe then, as it is now. The World Bank currently classifies Albania as an upper-middle-income country.<\/p>\n

The price level in Albania is low, which attracts tourists. Forex\u2019s holiday index shows the cost of vacationing in different countries compared to Norway. Albania is the second cheapest European country (after North Macedonia) on Forex, where Norway has an index of 100, while Albania has 34. So, for something that costs 100 Norwegian kroner at home, you would pay an average of 34 kroner in Albania.<\/p>\n

However, it\u2019s essential to be aware that there can be challenges when it comes to payment. For example, the country\u2019s currency, the Albanian lek (ALL), cannot be exchanged outside of Albania.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe recommend that people exchange or withdraw money from ATMs at the airport upon arrival,\u201d says Karlsson from Tema-Reiser.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s advisable to have euros, which you can exchange locally. Visa and MasterCard can be used at larger hotels, restaurants, and businesses in urban areas.<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen you venture out of the cities, it can be a long time before you come across an ATM again. For example, it takes four days for participants on our hiking trip in Albania and North Macedonia to have the opportunity to withdraw money from the bank after leaving Tirana,\u201d Karlsson adds.<\/p>\n

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Dictator Enver Hoxha had bunkers built throughout Albania, which still stand today and remind us of the time when the country was isolated from the outside world. Photo courtesy: A Daily Odyssey<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Religion<\/strong><\/p>\n

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The Holy Trinity Church is a medieval Byzantine church in the city of Berat, which is on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. During communism, some religious buildings were preserved as museums. Photo courtesy: marketa1982<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

During communism, religion was suppressed and eventually banned. In today\u2019s Albania, 87.5 percent state that they believe in God, a figure that is among the highest in Europe, according to the Great Norwegian Encyclopedia.<\/p>\n

Around 70 percent of the population is Muslim, and just under a quarter are Christian. However, few Albanians place particular emphasis on religious practices and rituals. Less than 2 percent go to the mosque or church daily. The country has a unique tolerance for faith, where, for example, Muslims can eat pork, consume alcohol, and choose not to cover their heads.<\/p>\n

During communism, churches, mosques, and other religious buildings were destroyed or leveled, but some were repurposed as museums and are thus preserved. Many of these are well worth a visit.<\/p>\n

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Namazgja Mosque in Tirana is the largest mosque in Albania. Although Albanians are a religious people, few are concerned with religious rituals in their daily lives. Photo courtesy: Artbox<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Legacy of communism<\/strong><\/p>\n

In Albania, there are still many visible signs of decades in isolation, especially under dictator Enver Hoxha, who ruled the country with an iron fist from 1946 until his death in 1985. He had around 750,000 bunkers built in Albania. People were instructed to seek shelter and defend the country against attacks.<\/p>\n

The bunkers are still there, buried in the ground with the characteristic \u201cpillbox\u201d visible above the earth. Some have been repurposed, serving as anything from shelters and cafes to homes for homeless animals or storage facilities.<\/p>\n

Weather and tourist season<\/strong><\/p>\n

Similar to several Mediterranean countries, Albania experiences cold winters with precipitation, especially in the inland and highland areas, and warm, dry summers.<\/p>\n

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs encourages travelers to familiarize themselves with local conditions before their trip. The tourist season typically runs from May to October, and especially during the summer months, it can get extremely hot with the risk of forest fires, particularly in the mountainous regions.<\/p>\n

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The idyllic Ksamil beaches are located on a peninsula in Albania, just off the Greek island of Corfu. Photo courtesy: S. Tatiana<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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