The Pyramid’s Restoration: What You Should Know About the Past and Future of Tirana’s Iconic Landmark

As of February 0f 2021, one of the capital’s best-known and most controversial structures is set to have a new look and function. The project for the restoration and revival of the Pyramid was approved some time ago and, at last, the work has begun. This intervention is important to many as the landmark object occupies a [...]

Tirana: One of Top Five European Cities to Enjoy the Holiday Spirit this Year

As so many other locations in Europe remain closed off to travelers, Tirana switches on the dazzling atmosphere for wonderful end-of-the-year celebrations. It seems that Albania is ideal not only as a hot summer spot but as a heartwarming, welcoming winter holiday destination! The end of this tumultuous years finds world travelers who hope [...]

“Open Archive” Exhibit: The Unveiling of Albanian Masterpieces from the Archive of the National Gallery of Arts

The National Gallery of Arts opens the “Open Archive” exhibit with a rich selection of various works by Albanian artists, all part of the extensive collection of the National Gallery of Arts. Carefully curated by gallery Director Erzen Shkololli, the “Open Archive” exhibit is meant to introduce the general public to artworks that may have [...]

Places to Go If You Miss the Sea: Top Three Suggestions for Alternatives-to-the-Beach in Autumn

Some of us would go the beach year-round if we could, but since that can be challenging as it gets colder, we have compiled a short list of places to if you find yourself missing the sea. Of course, if you miss the sea, you can always visit the sea! In Albania, you can [...]

Stay in Albania: Top 10 Beaches of Summer 2020, from North to South

The summer season has arrived more quietly than ever this year, amidst an uncertain atmosphere. While the global pandemic appears to be staying, many of the beaches in the country promise to host an entertaining summer season. Taking all precautions and following health guidelines, beach restaurateurs, hoteliers, and business owners are trying their best to [...]

Travel Experts’ Choice: 6 Unforgettable Places in Albania

With the Coronavirus pandemic locking everyone in, IntoAlbania thought to get some of the country’s travel bloggers and curious explorers talking about their most memorable destinations. Here is what they had to say. The self-proclaimed “Alberican” (i.e. Albanian-American) travel photographer has chosen this off-the-beaten path site as her top most memorable destination: “Finally got to [...]

Illyrium – One of the Six Heavenly Varietals from Divine Wines Now in Albania

Divine Wines shpk brings an incredibly well-made selection of six distinct delicious wines from Slovenia’s Jeruzalem Wine Region to Albania. Let’s drink to it! There is no more fitting tribute to the ancient land of Illyria and its spirited people than a perfectly-crafted bottle of red wine. Black berries, paprika, pepper, tobacco. These are the [...]

10 Trip Ideas: How to Enjoy Your Vacation While Keeping Social Distance

Vacationing has definitely changed this year so IntoAlbania pitches in to offer some inspiration for a fun and safe summer in the country. All we can think about in the warm summer months is how to best spend them before they end. Some of us may have already planned our vacations while others are more [...]

Adrion’s Picks: Top 20 Books to Take to the Beach this Summer

The largest bookstore chain in Albania handpicks the must-reads of summer 2020. Compiling a summer reading list is one of the most challenging tasks when it comes to vacation preparation. Up there with picking the right destination and booking the room with a view, selecting which books to take with you, or upload to your [...]

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