Destinations
Albania
Colourful, chaotic Tirana, the turquoise Albanian Riviera and bunkers turned museums — the Balkans' best-value surprise.
Best Time to Visit
June–September for the Riviera beaches; May and October are warm shoulder months with thinner crowds.
What to Expect
- Language
- Albanian (Italian & English widely understood)
- Currency
- Albanian lek (ALL); euro accepted on the coast
- Cards & ATMs
- Cash is king; ATMs in towns
- Plugs
- Types C/F, 230V
- Getting Around
- Furgon minibuses & buses; renting a car opens up the Riviera
- Safety
- Safe and friendly; drive defensively
Stories in Albania
