The density of beautiful spots with pristine nature in Albania is truly overwhelming. After many years of isolation, Albania is still undiscovered and unspoiled by mass tourism but this little country on Europe’s peripheries has everything it takes to be a perfect travel destination, especially for real adventure seekers. Hiking, cycling, off-road driving, rafting, swimming, snorkelling – there are plenty of options!
You bought a tent and want to head on your great outdoor adventure, but now you read that wild camping is illegal in many European countries. Does it mean you are doomed to stay on official campgrounds, surrounded by families with kids or groups of young party makers and paying 15 euros a night? Luckily, […]
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While the Alpe Adria and other scenic cycling routes in the Alps attract thousands of active tourists each year, the picturesque Theth Valley in the Albanian Alps is still untouched by mass tourism. The remote location and rugged terrain make it a cyclist’s paradise, attracting adventurers seeking an authentic encounter with nature. I cycled from Shkoder
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Travelling by train is probably the most convenient way to bring your bicycle to places. You skip all this dismantling and packing that’s inevitable when taking your bicycle on a plane. But the rules for taking your bike on a train can be confusing and complicated. In this article, I attempted to gather as much information on
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During the brutal communist regime of Enver Hoxha, Albania was the most isolated and inaccessible country in Europe. For four decades, tourists couldn’t visit this little Balkan country, shrouded in an aura of mystery. It remains an off-the-beaten-track destination, but more and more foreigners make it to Albania to discover its beautiful nature. If you
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Located on the peripheries, Korçë rarely makes it to the list of the best places to visit in Albania. The competition is hard. The museum cities of Berat and Gjirokaster, the sunny beach towns by the Adriatic, and the wild Accursed Mountains – Albania has simply too many tourist attractions. You can’t be too surprised
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Untouched by mass tourism, Albania is one of the best European destinations for outdoor lovers. With rugged and unexplored mountains and stunning Adriatic coast, this Balkan country offers plenty of fun for the wild souls, from rafting, through bird watching to backcountry skiing. If you’re looking for ideas for adventurous holidays, even on a budget,
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One name repeatedly came up in my conversations with other travellers and locals about Albania. Having heard about the bizarre city planning, unconventional architecture and magical aura, I had to visit Gjirokaster – a town which gave Albania the most atrocious dictator Enver Hoxha and the influential writer Ismail Kadare. It was a strange city
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Permet and Vjosa River Every bit of my legs felt like a heavy rock fell on them. Even getting out of the tent was a challenge. I cursed when I realised I didn’t have anything for breakfast and the nearest shop was three kilometres away. The owner of my campsite, Dona, saved me by offering
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Cycling in Albania will be a blast for every adventure seeker. After nearly half a century of the communist regime and total isolation followed by social unrest in the 90s, this little Balkan country is still undiscovered and little known to a broader audience. Hop on your bike and experience the untouched mountains, wild rivers,
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Staring at a pair of feet next to my face, I tried to sleep. I put a sweater under my head because I loathed the stickiness of the sofa under my cheek. The deck bar of the Bari-Durres ferry filled with a cheerful crowd, getting drinks and laughing loudly. It felt like they all knew
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