Once an uninspiring communist city, Tirana is now a bustling metropolis with surprises around every corner. Whether you’re just passing through, or you’re looking for an affordable city break, it’s worth spending at least a day in Albania’s capital. Here we’ve listed some of the must-visit places in Tirana and our favourite food find just
Travelling as a vegan or vegetarian in the Balkans might seem like a challenge at first glance–especially if you’ve heard about the region’s big love for meat and dairy. But look beyond the grills and stews, and you’ll find a wealth of naturally vegan dishes, thanks to centuries-old fasting traditions and the region’s rich agricultural
If you’ve seen one Balkan country, you’ve seen them all, right? Wrong. It’s easy to lump these 12 splendid countries together, but there’s a Thai saying you may have come across which applies here, and that is –“same same, but different.” In some ways, yes, some Balkan countries share a language, history and food–former Yugoslavian
Ever considered hiking the Peaks of the Balkans (POTB)? Read what our past guest Simon and his hiking group YOLO thought. In July 2024, they embarked on our week-long Montenegro to Albania hiking adventure, which includes a snippet of the POTB trail. Here’s how they got on. British hiker Simon Crowther first laid eyes on
It’s been a while since we last caught up with one of our awesome local guides. And following International Women’s Day on 8th March, it’s only right that the next guide we introduce you to is one of the badass women we work with. Meet Aurora. She’s a guide, biologist, teacher, wildlife photographer, conservationist and
This International Women’s Day, we’re bucking the trends and celebrating all female travellers, not just those flying solo. Because apparently, if it wasn’t for women and their wanderlust, a lot of family holidays and couples getaways might not get booked. A study revealed 82% of all travel-related decisions are made by women, who now outnumber
With such vast swathes of untouched wilderness in Montenegro, and indeed other Balkan countries, there’s a lot of wildlife to discover out there, particularly of the bird variety. Whether you’re a seasoned twitcher or a casual admirer of our feathered friends, we’ve listed 13 birds you can expect to see in Montenegro, where we run
Couples who travel together, stay together. That’s our opinion anyway as a company founded by an adventurous husband and wife. And it turns out there’s some science behind it; studies show that escaping everyday routine and sharing new experiences strengthen relationships. Sure, sipping cocktails on a beach with your honey is great, but you can’t
“Look up! Pelicans! Dead Ahead…” “Oh yeah? Wow!” Catching a glimpse of these extraordinary birds is a highlight for so many guests on our kayaking trips at Lake Skadar, but did you know that holidaying with us has helped fund urgent Dalmatian Pelican conservation work? Thanks to our Book to Give Back scheme, we have
Planning to visit the Balkans this year but not sure when to go? We’ve got you. Whether you’re looking for the best month to visit Albania for sun, when to hike the Peaks of the Balkans trail or the best time to book a holiday in Croatia to avoid the crowds (hint: you’ll always dodge
