Albania

Backpacking Europe in winter doesn’t sound so enticing at first thought. The weather is cold, the winter days are shorter, and some attractions are even closed during the winter. On top of that, it’s highly recommendable to get travel insurance in case of weather-related flight/trains delays. However, there are still some major advantages while traveling around …

Most cities in Europe are relatively safe and violent crimes are pretty unusual. In fact, the largest cities in Europe are arguably safer than most large cities in the US. However, Eastern and Central Europe are still a bit different than the western part of the Old Continent. The rapid spike of tourism in these …

Europe is filled with delights, from food and nightlife to amazing natural landscapes. However, where Europe truly excels is in history. The Old Continent is home to some of the most incredible historical sites in the world; from Greeks, Romans, ancient Britons, and Moors to ancient sites, Medieval architecture, and the World Wars of the …

When you think of idyllic island escapes, the usual suspects might pop into mind: the Maldives, the Greek Isles, perhaps the Caribbean. But what if I told you there’s a lesser-trodden path in the Balkans beckoning the bold and the curious? Islands in Albania, my friend, are like that hidden track on your favorite album—the …

Beyond the vague recollections of Albania’s communist past, only a few people know much about this country. I visited most of Europe’s 50 countries and I can say that this is probably the most unique country in the old continent and that there are a lot of unique landmarks in Albania you should consider visiting. Albanian people …