Albania Travel Tips

What do I need to know before going to Albania? I received so many questions from travellers, that I decided to write a blogpost about what you need to know before going to Albania. 1. Corona Virus entry requirements, travel restrictions & Covid testing in Albania...

How many days should I spend in Albania? One of the questions, I get asked a lot is: "How many days should I spend in Albania?". So I decided to write a helpful blogpost explaining how many days I recommend you spend in each Albanian city or sightseeing place. How...

Can you take a rental car from abroad to Albania? I received so many questions about renting a car abroad and taking it to Albania, that I decided to reach out to several car rental companies in Montenegro, Kosovo, North Macedonia and Greece, so that I could write a...

Albania Covid Travel restrictions, PCR testing and Coronavirus Over the past month, I have received so many questions about the Covid travel restrictions in Albania, where to book a PCR test before traveling home, and how the situation is in Albania with regards to...

Is Albania expensive to visit? Upon return of my visit to Albania, many of my friends and relatives have asked if it is expensive to visit Albania. For many people, Albania is still "unknown" as a travel destination. However, I absolutely love visiting Albania, so I...

Is it safe to travel in Albania? I get asked very often: "Is it safe to travel in Albania?" Probably, this question is so popular, because travelling in Albania is still off-the-beaten-path. I have always felt safe while travelling in Albania. But, I wrote this blog...

When is Albania's summer? When I recently visited Albania in September, I wondered when Albania’s summer starts and finishes. And I was also curious about the best months to visit Albania, as I could find little information online, I decided to turn my travel...

What is the best currency to take to Albania? Albania has a different currency from the rest of Europe. Therefore, it is always good to prepare yourself before traveling. I travel to Albania regularly, and I always bring currency with me, so that I am prepared for my...

Is Albania tap water drinkable? When I traveled to Albania for the first time, I wanted to know if I could drink the tap water. And I found it difficult to get a clear answer online or elsewhere. And when you check into your hotel, it is most likely the first thing...

Can I use credit cards in Albania? The question I always get from family, is whether you can use a credit card in Albania. So, I decided to answer this question in a helpful blog post. Can I use credit cards in Albania? You can use credit cards in Albania in the...