Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

Albania

Festive Traditions in Albania

Victoria Udrea

Christians celebrate several festive traditions in Albania during the Christmas and New Year’s season.

Vlora Airport to Open in March 2025

Manuel Santos

Vlora Airport hit the headlines in Albania when construction was paused last month. Workers halted their efforts, demanding fair pay. “They must understand the situation. Let them know employees are not showing up at work,” one worker boldly stated. Yet, despite their protests, the site hums back to life, eyes set on opening international flights […]

Albania’s 2023 Tourism Season: Challenges and Adjustments

Mihaela Lica Butler

The adage that a good start is half the work didn’t quite hold true for Albania’s tourism sector in 2023. While the initial months showcased a wave of optimism, with foreign visitor entries soaring by about 40% from January to May, hopes for a seamless season faced hurdles. The long-held vision of all-year-round tourism materialized, […]

Batumi: Adventure Awaits in Nature’s Lap

Victoria Udrea

Positioned at the crossroads of two continents, Batumi is a city where history meets adventure. This Georgian city, awarded the European City of Sport in 2019, continues to grow as a prime location for sporting events. From hosting the illustrious World Chess Olympiad to the thrilling UEFA European Under-21 Championship, Batumi pairs modern facilities like […]

Albanian Riviera: No Longer a Tourist Haven

Victoria Udrea

Images of vacant sunbeds along the Albanian Riviera have sparked a storm of criticism, with the Prime Minister pointing fingers at what he calls “outrageous” pricing. Others suggest that competition from neighbouring countries and a lack of coherent strategy are significant factors hampering tourist arrivals. In stark contrast to the current situation, last summer saw […]

Albania: Ethnographic Museum of Kruja Reopens Its Doors

Victoria Udrea

The Ethnographic Museum of Kruja, a significant cultural landmark in Albania, has reopened following comprehensive restoration efforts. Struck by the 2019 earthquake, the museum has been transformed into a modern facility, thanks to an €850,000 donation by the European Union via the EU4Culture programme. The restoration project, guided by UNOPS in partnership with the Ministry […]

Amid Anti-Tourism Trends, Albania Invites You

Iorgos Pappas

With tourism numbers increasing globally, many well-known destinations struggle to manage the influx. In places like Barcelona, tourists face hostility and even water spraying. Palma features graffiti equating tourism to terrorism. British stag and hen parties are unwelcome in Amsterdam, and Venice imposes hefty congestion charges during peak seasons. Dubrovnik limits cruise ship arrivals, while […]