When choosing a beach vacation destination in the summer, more and more tourists are opting for Albania. This small mountainous country has recently established itself as an excellent alternative to traditional beach vacations in Spain, Italy, Greece and Croatia. A safe, exotic and hospitable country where clean beaches and sea waters, as well as good service will meet all your expectations!
Geography and location
The main resorts of Albania are Durres, Vlora and Saranda. There are also many small towns along the coast, so there are a lot of options for recreation. According to many travelers who have visited Albania, the most beautiful and cleanest sea is in the southern part of the country, closer to the Greek border and the island of Corfu. It is also worth noting that the color of the water is very different: in the northern part of the country is washed by the Adriatic Sea and the water is blue and blue, and in the southern part – by the Ionian Sea, with water of azure blue color.
All resort places in Albania can be divided into several categories: “youth” – such as Durres or Saranda, where there are many clubs and beach parties; “calm” – small resort villages of the Albanian Riviera (Dermi, Himara, Cheparë, Borsh, Lukovë) and places suitable for families with children – for example, the bays of Vlora, Xamil, where there is entertainment for children and a comfortable family vacation is provided.
A special area in Albania is often distinguished – the Albanian Riviera – a number of tourist coastal villages, ranging from Pasala to Lukova.
What to do
Standard entertainment on Albanian beaches: jet ski rental, boat rental, diving, snorkeling, excursions to Albanian and Greek islands, restaurants, nightclubs, beach parties. Tourists are also offered many trekking trips to the mountains.
The main facts about Albania:
- Albania has more than 300 sunny days a year and 430 km of coastline, and the water temperature in the sea in summer is +25°C.
- Albania is a Muslim country, but there are no restrictions on clothing and behavior.
- Albania is a fairly safe country. According to many ratings, it is included in the top ten safest countries in the world with a population of up to 5 million people. And the murder rate is 2.5 times lower here.
- Albania is an inexpensive country. Compared to, for example, Greece, Croatia, Italy, Albania will seem to you the most budgetary.
- Albania is a country not spoiled by tourists. This fact is very important today, because many travelers try to relax where there are fewer tourists. This is especially true for the Mediterranean (those who have been to Dubrovnik will agree with us).