Regions & landscapes
The Albanian Riviera, the Albanian Alps and Lake Koman.
The Albanian Alps: Theth, Valbona and the Famous Trek
A guide to the Albanian Alps (the Accursed Mountains) — the villages of Theth and Valbona, the famous day trek between them, waterfalls and stone houses, and how and when to get there.
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The Albanian Riviera: A Guide to the Southern Coast
A guide to the Albanian Riviera — the Llogara Pass, the stone villages of Dhërmi, Himarë and Borsh, the turquoise beaches of Gjipe and Livadhi, and planning the SH8 coast road.
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The Lake Koman Ferry: Albania's Most Beautiful Cruise
A guide to the Lake Koman ferry — the cliff-lined cruise rated one of Europe's finest, how it connects to the Albanian Alps, schedules, and booking tips.
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Ksamil: The Maldives of Albania
A guide to Ksamil — the small islands you can swim to, the turquoise beaches, when to come to avoid the crowds, and how to combine it with Butrint and Sarandë.
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