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What’s cooking? World recipes Baked Albanian Spinach Pie or byrek rolls with phyllo dough, feta, and cottage cheese, the perfect party appetizer or snack. This Albanian spinach pie or byrek rolls are just wonderful: crispy on the outside, with a soft savory filling, easy to make, and perfect for any kind of gathering. What is […]

Latest Travel advice Albania August 3, 2021: Information on entry restrictions, testing and quarantine regulations in Albania All land borders are open. However neighbouring countries may have different entry and exit restrictions on their side of the border. You should check before travelling. Keep up to date with information from your tour operator, transport or […]

Albania: Do you know Albania is called “Land of the Eagles”. Amazing right? Many legends and tales have tried to explain the origin of the name “land of eagles”. The Eagle is one of Albania’s most important symbols which is used in the national flag of the country, in postcards, traditional costumes and handicrafts, literature […]

Albania: Does anyone know where this little bridge is?   Its in Albania.   The largest and best preserved bridge from the Ottoman Empire in Albania, Mes Bridge (Ura e Mesit) crosses the Kir River about 6 kilometers North of Shkodër in the village of Mes.   Built about 1770, the 108 meter long bridge […]

Travel news from around the world Albania new hotel International firm Oppenheim Architecture has been selected to design the Jali Hotel and Residences on Albania’s southern coast. The property is expected to open in 2023 or 2024 and will feature 120 guestrooms, including beach bungalows and suites. The design will feature a spa, beach club, […]

Events around the world Albania: TIRANA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL is the first international film festival and the only of its kind in Albania. This extraordinary cultural event created in 2003 is one of the most important cinematic event in Balkans. TIFF aims to create in Albania, as well as in the region, a cultural center […]

Travel news from around the world Best kept secret in Albania Gjirokaster a true treasure. You’ve never heard of it probably, but it is  a mountainous city in Albania. It’s impossible to get to, anyway – the only nonstop UK flights go from London to Tirana, and Tirana to Gjirokaster is a four-hour drive at […]