The Balkanista: Enjoy Albania, Balkan jewel

Whether you are lucky enough to live in Albania or you are planning to visit this Balkan jewel, these are the beaches you should make sure you visit during the summer of 2019, writes the Balkanist “The Balkanista” in an article dedicated to the most beautiful beaches in Albania broadcasts ATS.

With 12 weeks of approaching wine, I have selected a beach every week, so you can take a big trip to the country as you relax and take color below the sun's rays”, read the introduction of the article published by this portal, dedicated to travel to the Balkan area.

The following is the list of beaches that the Balkanista” suggests to its readers to visit:

Dring

One of the most beautiful beaches in the country, Dringra does not have crowds of tourists, quiet, stone and surrounded by high mountains and Llogora in the back. This is a place where mountains meet the sea and where you can relax by listening to reggae music with a cocktail in your hand while you see parachutists jumping out of Llogora. In the “Dryers Resort” there is a fantastic restaurant, where you can enjoy some of the best marine dishes you can find on the Albanian Revolution.

Mark

Just a few minutes away from Lezha by car and not far from Shkodra, the beach of Stryjin is near the city of the same name as two lagoons. A growing tourist destination nearby you find hotels and restaurants where you can relax after a long and tiring day on the beach. The water here is fantastic and very safe to swim, and you have three miles of beach available where you can choose where to stay, even at the peak of the season, you can find a place to put the umbrella.

Cape Rhodeson

Not far from Tirana by car, Cape Rhodes is a very popular beach for both residents and tourists. Cape lies inside the sea and lies along the Adriatic coast, offering an amazing view as well as interesting historical and cultural monuments along the way. Churches and castles, accompanied by white sand and blue waters, create the perfect place to spend the day, one week, or all summer.

Gulf of Gipea

Not far from Yali, Gjipe Beach is accessible by water, or walking for about 30 minutes on foot through a path. Insulated, amazing and with original emotion, this is the perfect beach to set up the umbrella and enjoy a long weekend from Albanian wine. The beach is mostly pebbles and is surrounded by many small caves, as well as fascinating rock formations that are fantastic for diving. Here you feel that you are isolated from the world and so far is one of Europe's secret beaches.

Jali

One of the most beautiful beaches in the country, Yali is also known for mad beach parties and as a entertainment place for the country's rich young people. Shalloons here can reach several hundred euros (including champagne), and some of its bars are considered the most expensive in the country. Yet, even for us ordinary mortals, this is a fantastic place for water sports such as kayak, rowing, sailing, or diving, and there are a large number of secret beaches accessible only to the sea.

Borshi

The longest beach in the country, seven miles [seven km] of endless paradise, Borshi is one of the most dynamic and beautiful coastlines in the country. There are few bars and restaurants near the beach, however, but given the location and fantastic view, this situation will undoubtedly change. Come and spend summer days on this extraordinary beach.

Livadhi

About three kilometers north of Himara, this long, white and stoned beach is one of the most secret areas in the Albanian Revolution. Next to that is Potam Beach, which is also very picturesque with attractive, calm, crystal - clear waters.

Saranda

In southern Albania, Saranda is a popular tourist destination. Just a few miles from Corfu, it serves as a perfect point from which you can explore areas like Butrinti. Here you can find a large range of restaurants and shops and enjoy a long, relaxing walk along the mall.

KSamil

When you get to Ksamil, you might think you ended up in some corner of the Caribbean. White sand, easily accessible islands, as well as the most amazing blue waters you've ever seen. Ksamili is completely filled with people during summer vacations - the best time to visit her in May, June, and September.

Toothfulness

One of the most famous beaches in the country can enjoy several miles of white sand surrounded by crystal waters on one side and bars and restaurants on the other. While the beach becomes very popular during the summer months, it is large enough to cut everyone while you can walk through the bays nearby to find more peace. There you find hotels for all budgets, and you can enjoy many activities, including water - engine strolls and dives, to have a better time.

Porto Palermo

Porto Palermos beach may be small, but there is the fortress of Ali Pasha, built in the 20th century, surrounded by high mountains. This small beach makes you feel like swimming in a lagoon, and the whole area is almost intact, where only a small restaurant is located. During the communist regime, this area was closed to civilians, but today it is one of the areas to be visited at the Albanian Revolution.

Bunec

One remaining secret location, Bunec is calm and isolated with pebble beaches separated by a small river flowing from the mountains. This is considered a fantastic place to watch the sunset. If you're looking for a quiet place this is the right place.