Latest news, updates, and stories related to tourism, travel trends, and developments happening across Albania.
Northern Albania is starting to receive the international attention it deserves. Recently, The Telegraph included Northern Albania in its article “The up-and-coming destinations to visit this summer – before they go mainstream,” describing the region as a place where Albania’s mountainous interior still remains largely off the holidaymaker map, despite its dramatic landscapes, remote villages, alpine pastures, empty trails, and the lively city of Shkoder.
Tucked away on the wild Karaburun Peninsula, Grama Bay has officially earned a spot among Europe’s elite shorelines — ranked #12 on Time Out’s 2025 list of the continent’s 50 best beaches. With its turquoise waters, soaring limestone cliffs, and total seclusion from modern development, it’s no wonder this Albanian paradise has captured the attention of global travel experts. But beyond its beauty, Grama Bay tells a story — one carved in stone, whispered by waves, and now waiting to be discovered by curious travelers.
Summer Day (Dita e Verës) is one of the most beloved and authentic celebrations in Albania. It is celebrated every year on March 14 and symbolizes the arrival of spring,…
There are moments in the history of a nation that change everything. For Albanians, one of those defining moments was November 22, 1908 — the day when, in Manastir, after fiery debates, ideological clashes, political risks, and courageous decisions, the alphabet of the Albanian language was chosen.
Tirana, October 16, 2025 — The Tirana Marathon 2025 will take place on Sunday, October 19, 2025, starting from Skanderbeg Square at 09:00 AM. Organized by the Municipality of Tirana in collaboration with the Athletics Federation, this event will mobilize the entire city and bring special traffic and safety measures.
If you are looking for an affordable, warm and peaceful place to spend your golden years, then Albania should be at the top of your list.
For the first time in its history, Giro d'Italia will hold the "Grande Partenza" outside of Italy, and Albania has been chosen as its spectacular stage. This extraordinary event will take place in the cities of Tirana, Durres, and Vlora, a route that combines the sea, mountains, and the vibrant atmosphere of Albanian cities.
Nestled within the mountainous borderlands between Albania and Greece, a groundbreaking discovery has reshaped our understanding of subterranean hydrology. A team of Czech scientists has unveiled the world’s largest underground thermal lake, named Lake Neuron, in southern Albania. The expedition, funded by the Neuron Foundation, has provided remarkable insights into the region’s complex underground systems.
