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A Call for the Establishment of Vjosa National Park: Environmental Organizations Unite

For many years, the preservation of Vjosa, specifically the protections of its nature and biodiversity, has represented an important cause, nationally and internationally. Vjosa has been on the forefront of environmental talks, having found a space in both international news sources and on the social platforms of famous advocates for the protection of environment, like [...]

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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 [...]

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5 Must-See Destinations According to Adventure Travel Blogger Granit Temaj

With its rise in fame as a frugal paradise over the last couple of decades, many of Albania’s best spots have already been discovered. In times when we need an update, and some new inspiration, we call on explorers and travel experts like Granit Temaj to tell us those rare beauties that we all may have overlooked [...]

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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 [...]

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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 [...]

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Readers’ Choice: Top 8 Most Memorable Places in Albania

While the Coronavirus pandemic kept everyone safely locked inside their homes, IntoAlbania launched the #IntoAlbaniaTravelsInTime campaign in May to celebrate our readers’ favorite travel memories around the country and to keep them looking forward to their summer vacations. Among the great contenders, there were some expected destinations (many people were missing the Riviera!), some more [...]

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Top 10 Events Not to Miss in February

The international month of love offers a beautiful bouquet of events and activities that make it as sweet and interesting as can be. 2020 is a leap year so make sure to enjoy that extra day this year! Metrosounds Music Fest returns with its second edition, focused on Mediterranean identity and belonging. The festival’s opening [...]

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Most Visited National Parks and Castles of Albania in 2019

With its rich array of fascinating destinations, Albania has attracted hundreds of thousands of tourists in the year 2019. Read below to find which were the most visited historic parks and castles in the country. Topping the list of most visited parks and castles in the country is none other than the ancient city of [...]

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Top 10 Events Not to Miss in January

This month heralds not only the new year but the beginning of a new decade. As such, the pressure is high to begin things right. January in Tirana does not disappoint! A mix of high-brow and casual entertainment will get 2020 started on the right foot. Blerta Xhomo’s already great solo exhibition is also wonderfully [...]

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