Dita e Verës: Cooking ballokume with Mirela of Papare The Beauty of Small Things for welcoming Spring
Traditionally eaten on Dita e Verës, an Albanian pagan holiday that signs the beginning of Spring celebrated on 14 March, Ballokume is a cookie originating in Elbasan popular throughout the country and Albanian communities in the Balkans.
Albania in spring: a travel guide
March, April and May are three of the best month to take a vacation -and not just because weather is mild and sunny. During this time of the year prices are still affordable and the crowds contained. Here are the…
Meet daKuna, the artist reviving Albania’s traditional clothing culture through drawings
With her project My Muse is Love, the Albanian artist and architect Medjana Elezi (aka daKuna) focuses on love for her country, culture and traditions, bringing them closer to younger people through modern and attractive drawings.
Berat: an insider’s guide to the city
From the marvelous traditional houses of Mangalem and Gorica to Kala, the old castle home to Onufri Museum and Holy Trinity Church, Berat has it all. Explore the cobblestoned streets, museums and historical buildings of this UNESCO town with 1001…
Puresa: a sensory experience in the heart of Tirana
Inspired by nature, Albanian artist Anisa Kalisi creates scented bouquet that nourish our minds and spirits. In her shop Puresa, she sells original handcrafted creations that can be used to adornate your home or are the perfect gift ideas you…
Five places to go in Tirana
Despite its post-Communist exterior, Tirana makes an energetic springboard into the Balkans, with its own Ottoman sites, hipster cafés, and hangouts ranging from dynamic industrial to retro chic.
Soha Sardinia, a journey by the sea. High quality skincare products and where to find them in Albania
Soha Sardinia is a brand that produces high quality skincare lines inspired by Sardinia island and its uncontaminated nature. Since a few years is finally possible to find them in some pharmacies in Tirana and Albania.
This cool boutique hotel is waiting for you: Villa Permet
Thinking of escaping to Përmet this year? Check out our Villa Permet review.
5 small towns in Albania to visit this spring
While no visit to Albania is complete without seeing Tirana, Berat or Gjirokastër, you’ll want to make time to discover the lesser known towns too.
Epidamn White Sensation: this new hotel is a hidden gem on Albania’s Adriatic Coast
Situated along Albania’s Adriatic coastline, Epidamn White Sensation connects guests with a proud Mediterranean heritage conveyed through superlative design, cuisine, service and a magical sense of relaxation.
