We have a plan for a summer trip: imagine a modern seaside resort on the shores of the azure sea. Where prices are still affordable and hotels are new. A country that is not yet oversaturated with tourist life and is just emerging. Mountains, sea, ancient cities and Balkan flavor. It captivates with its hospitality, landscapes, and reasonable prices. A small country for big discoveries. Read useful information and enjoy a virtual walk through its resorts and beaches.
DURRES
Durres is the main resort located on the Adriatic coast. It has the lowest prices, the largest selection of hotels and the widest beachfront. The shallow sandy sea is ideal for families with children and the elderly. The sea warms up quickly, the water is always warm and the sunset is gentle and long. Safe, comfortable and cool. The regions of Golena and Mali Robi are characterized by green pine trees on the seashore. Hotels are located as if in a forest with fragrant air.
Durres has the largest excursion program, the main ones are:
- a beautiful port for walking;
- sightseeing tour of Durres;
- excursion to the capital city of Teran;
- excursion to Macedonia to Plitsko Lake with a visit to the Bulgarian Church.
VLORA
Vlora is the pearl of Albania. Here two seas meet and the sunsets are the best. Unusual Instagram hotels or, for example, a hotel carved into a mountain. Romance and the heart of the country. Narrower beach strips and they are different: the sandy beach of the Adriatic Sea or the pebble beach of the Ionian Sea. Landscapes with green mountains, a touching view from the hotel balcony and boat trips to the islands. There are two promenades for walking: Longomare 1 and Longomare 2.
SARANDA
Saranda is a developed resort in Albania with extensive infrastructure: supermarkets, restaurants, bars, discos and the incredible Ionian Sea with pebble beaches and a fairly wide beachfront. Saranda, a beautiful city on the southern coast of Albania, is known for its clean beaches and crystal clear waters of the Ionian Sea. The city has many historical and cultural attractions, including ancient Roman ruins that can be seen in the Ancient City of Butrint.
Saranda is also known for its picturesque promenade, where you can stroll along the sea, taste delicious dishes in restaurants and enjoy breathtaking sea views. The city is also a popular resort with many opportunities for outdoor activities such as diving, water sports and cycling excursions.
XAMIL
Xamil is a very beautiful beach resort that “looks” at Greek Corfu. The heart of the “Albanian Maldives” and all the best pictures of Albania on Pinterest are from here. The cherry on top. The resort is actively and modernly developing: new hotels, youth bars and restaurants, stylish sun loungers and swimming pools right on the beaches. Cascading location of most hotels. The hotel base is not as large as in Saranda, so tourists often stop in Saranda and come to Xamil for a beach vacation.
Sights and things to see in Albania:
- Butrint National Park;
- excursion to the “silver city” of Gjirokastra;
- Blue Eye;
- evening in the national style;
- the city of Berat;
- Lecursi fortress;
- the pass and the Logora National Park;
- Okhtyrka Lake in Macedonia (only from Durres);
- Karaburun Island and Sazhan, Pirate’s Cave;
- sightseeing tours of the cities of Durres, Tirana, Saranda;
- canyons, diving, paragliding, yachting
What to try in Albania?
Albanian cuisine impresses with its flavor diversity and influence from neighboring countries. It includes many meat dishes, such as beef, lamb and pork, as well as seafood due to its close proximity to the sea. Traditional dishes include pasta with meat (pastiche) and meat dishes baked with various seasonings and vegetables.
Another popular dish is bayrak, which is a mixture of meat, rice and vegetables baked in a layer of dough. In addition, cheese is an important component of Albanian cuisine, often served with olives and fresh bread.