Cities & Trails
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Lonely Planet highlights Tirana as a rising cosmopolitan destination
Lonely Planet has once again turned its attention to Albania, dedicating its latest article to the capital city, Tirana, which it describes as increasingly cosmopolitan. The travel guide lists 20...

Interest in Albania’s cultural sites grows steadily, Butrint tops the list
Not only beaches are bringing crowds to Albania this year—archaeological and cultural sites are booming. Official data show that in the first six months of 2025, over 773,000 visitors chose...

Le Figaro names Albania among top five cultural destinations worldwide
French daily Le Figaro this week recommended to its readers that they visit Albania as one of the world’s five best cultural travel destinations. The Mediterranean newcomer sits alongside Maryland...

Bënja Baths set for major upgrade under Albanian Development Fund project
The Albanian Development Fund will transform the Bënja Baths—a popular thermal destination in Përmet and Këlcyrë—by expanding visitor services and upgrading infrastructure. The project aims to enhance year-round access while...

Porto Palermo festival kicks off with powerful environmental message
The 5th edition of the Porto Palermo Festival has officially begun, launching not just with music, but with a meaningful environmental message. Over 150 volunteers and divers took part in...

British daily Metro spotlights Tirana as a vibrant, affordable European getaway
The UK-based newspaper Metro has featured Tirana in a new travel piece, praising the Albanian capital for its mix of history, color, and urban ambition. The article, written after a...