Ksamil: Albania’s Hidden Beach Paradise (A Local’s Honest Guide for 2026)
Key Takeaways Ksamil is Albania’s most famous beach destination — crystal-clear Ionian water, small islands you can swim to, and […]
Practical Travel
Transport, SIM cards, currency, visas, airport guides, day trips — everything visitors need to navigate Albania.
Practical Travel
Transport, SIM cards, currency, visas, airport guides, day trips — everything visitors need to navigate Albania.
Saranda: Gateway to the Albanian Riviera (A Local’s 2026 Guide)
Key Takeaways Saranda is the gateway to the Albanian Riviera — a compact, walkable coastal city with a stunning bay,
Lekë, Euros, and Laughs: Navigating Albania’s Currency Maze
Rruga Myslym Shyri, 11:30 AM. I’m walking down the bustling street, my eyes darting between shop windows and the colorful
Internet & TV Services in Albania: The Complete 2026 Guide
Compare Albania’s 8+ internet providers and TV services. Fiber from 1,000 ALL/month, 5G coverage, Starlink, eSIMs, coworking WiFi, and a city-by-city coverage guide. Updated March 2026.
Advice on Exchanging Currencies while in Tirana and Albania
Exchange rates have been going down for the top currencies vs Albanian Lek, but nonetheless I was reminded that adding
Switching mobile operator and ongoing market situation
This month, I finalized the transfer procedures to switch my cell phone numbers from one mobile operator to another one.
Public transportation situation in Albania
I’m an irregular user of public transportation. At most I get to use it three times a week, but average