When visiting Albania there is plenty of fantastic things you can take home in memory of your trip. Albania has some beautiful handicrafts which you won’t find anywhere else in the world. So, let’s get into the top Albanian souvenirs to buy on your trip! 1. Homemade ceramics One of the best things I…
Upon a recent trip to Korce, I was pleasantly surprised at how incredible it was, and confused as to why I hadn’t visited sooner! The city is a popular weekend trip for Albanians who live in Tirana as it’s about a 3-hour drive from city to city. Korca is now being voted as one of…
A common question for travellers coming to the Balkans is, is Albania safe? I have been travelling and living in Albania since 2017, so I feel I am equipped to answer this question! When talking about Albania there are so many negative misconceptions mainly coming from the movie Taken or events which happened in the…
If you follow my travel website Anita Hendrieka then you will know that I’m based in Albania currently. I have been living in Albania since 2017 and now I have a permanent residency visa. There’s an abundance of reasons why I choose to live in Albania. In my opinion, Albania is the best location in…
Navigating Albania’s public transport system can be a tunnel of confusion, but it doesn’t have to be. Getting from the lively city of Tirana to Saranda is relatively easy when you know where to go, how to get a ticket and know what to expect. As I live in Saranda, I have travelled this route…
Recently I completed the most popular day hike within Albania – The Theth to Valbona hike. This hike through the Albanian alps is one of the best things to do in Albania by far. Even if you are not an avid hiker like me, the views are incredibly rewarding, and you get to see a…
Theth (or Thethi in Albanian) is possibly the most beautiful place in Albania. After living in Albania for two years and exploring nearly all the country, I finally made it to Theth and wow, it took my breath away. As always when I write about Albania, I want to write about it not only to…
Theth is not to be missed on any trip to the Albanian Alps. You may have seen photos of this small village with the stone church and the alps in the background. It’s undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places to visit in Albania, and in the Balkans. I highly recommend staying at least 2…
Albania is one of the most beautiful Balkan countries because of diversity and hospitality. You can hike in the Albanian alps, relax in crystal clear waters or visit one of the many UNESCO sites and cities. As I have been living in Albania for 2 years now, I have plenty of great recommendations on places…
The lively capital city of Tirana is one not to be missed on your Balkan trip. The city has had a major overhaul in the last few years and now it’s a haven for travellers who are looking for a city that’s different from every other European city out there. Tirana has a lot to…