Albania’s Culinary

Albanian Food – Like the Mediterranean, But Less Expensive and More Delicious Albania’s cuisine is what food experts call a “hidden gem,” which means not enough people know about it, but they really should. It’s a delightful mix of Mediterranean influences, Albanian pride, and stuff that was probably grown, picked, or patted by hand. Everything’s […]

Mountains

  Albania’s Mountains – Like Nature’s Own Drama Series Albania’s got mountain peaks that look like they were designed by someone trying to win a nature competition. They’re some of the most scenic in the Balkans, which is a big deal because the Balkans are absolutely crammed with mountains, it’s basically Europe’s rocky shoulder. Here, […]

Religion in Albania

Religion in Albania & Vlora Albania’s religious tolerance and diversity are unique in the world. Visitors to Albania have the opportunity to witness firsthand the coexistence of different religious beliefs in the country. The followers of Islam, Christianity, and other religions have been living together in harmony for centuries. The Muradie Mosque The Muradie Mosque […]

Cheap or Expensive?

Albania – Where You Can Holiday Without Selling a Kidney Albania is one of those rare places where you can have a brilliant time without emptying your wallet, melting your credit card, or crying after checking your bank app. It’s known for being surprisingly affordable, like someone forgot to update the prices since the ’90s, […]

Mobile Network and Wi-Fi

  In Albania, there are two main mobile companies: Vodafone and One. Despite sounding like a pair of Bond villains, they actually provide quite good phone coverage across the country. During tourist season, which is when tourists show up, they offer special packages for foreigners, so you can get an Albanian number and pretend you’re […]

Language

Easy Communication Albanian is a language that sounds like someone trying to win at Scrabble using only vowels. It might seem unfamiliar to most people, because it is, but that doesn’t mean it’s hard to get by in Albania. Communication isn’t challenging at all, unless you’re trying to order something complicated, like tea, but not […]

Safety

  People often think Albania is dangerous, probably because they’ve never been and assume it’s full of mysterious Balkan intrigue and goats on motorbikes. But actually, Albania is one of the safest countries in Europe. You can wander from the top to the bottom of the country without anyone trying to rob you, or even […]

Colorful Albania

Colorful Albania One of the first things you’ll notice in Albania — apart from the mountains, beaches, and excellent tomatoes — is that the buildings are really, really colorful. Like someone gave an entire city to an art teacher and said, “Go wild.” This rainbow of architecture is actually a clever way of saying goodbye […]

Currency

Currency Used in Albania The official currency of Albania is the Lek, abbreviated as ALL. It is named in honor of Alexander the Great, also known as Leka i Madh. Transactions in euros are widely conducted in commercial units, while if you use USD or other currencies, you will need to visit an exchange point.

Cash is king

Cash is King In Albania, cash is the preferred method of payment for many businesses. Unlike in some other countries, credit cards are not widely accepted. It’s essential to carry cash with you as many establishments only accept cash payments. Be prepared for any situation by ensuring you have enough cash on hand, as relying […]