Ideal for independent travellers, this guidebook to the Albania, written by destination experts, combines must-see sights with hidden gems and offers essential tips for both planning and on-the-ground adventures. It's sustainably printed to ensure environmental responsibility. Inside this Albania travel book, you'll find: - Regional deep dive - coverage of key regions, offering a rich selection of places and experiences, and honest reviews of each one - Itinerary samples - designed for various durations and interests - Practical information - tips on how to get there and get around, use public transport, beat the crowds, save time and money, travel responsibly and more - Expert recommendations - insider advice on where to eat, drink, and stay, alongside tips for nightlife and outdoor activities - Seasonal tips - when to go to the Albania, climate details, and festival highlights to plan your perfect trip - Must-See pick - a curated selection of not-to-miss sights as chosen by our authors - Tirana, Berat Castle, Ksamil, Gjirokaster, Butrint, Mount Dajti, Theth, Blue Eye, festivals, vineyards, white-water rafting the Vjosa River, Rozafa Castle - Navigational maps - colour-coded maps highlighting essential spots for dining, accommodation, shopping and entertainment - Cultural insights - engaging stories delve into the local culture, history, arts and more, enriching your understanding of the Albania - Language essentials - a handy Albanian dictionary and glossary to help you communicate and connect with locals - Inspiring travel photography - full-colour pictures capture the essence of the Albania, bringing each location to life and fuelling your wanderlust - Bonus eBook - Free download with purchase, offering digital access to our comprehensive guide - Coverage includes: Tirana, Berat and central Albania, Ksamil and the Albanian Riviera, Butrint and Southern Albania, Shkoder and northern Albania, Albanian Alps
Rough Guides are written by expert authors who are passionate about both writing and travel. They have detailed knowledge of the areas they write about--having either traveled extensively or lived there--and their expertise shines through on every page. It's priceless information, delivered with wit and insight, providing the down-to-earth, honest read that is the hallmark of Rough Guides. Marc Di Duca has been a travel guide author for the past two decades and has covered destinations as diverse as Siberia and the Caribbean for all major travel publishers. When not on the road, he lives near Marianske Lazne in the Czech Republic with his wife and two sons. Owen Morton is based in North Yorkshire and has written or contributed to numerous Rough Guides, ranging from Pembrokeshire to the Philippines, including The Rough Guide to Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan (home to his favourite animal, the wonderfully expressive and permanently curious manul). When not exploring the world, he entertains himself by writing a blog about 1980s cartoons. Ben O'Donnell grew up in Florida and spent most of his career as a magazine writer and editor in New York City. More recently, he has contributed to outlets such as National Geographic Traveller and Archaeology Magazine as a freelance journalist and photographer. He is based in Tirana or near the beach (most any will do). Find him on Instagram at @odonnalbania.
