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Albania
Capital: Tirana · Europe
Albania — friendly people, dramatic coast. Drive carefully.
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Safety
Mostly safe Safety summary
Albania — friendly people, dramatic coast. Drive carefully.
Best time to visit
May–Oct
Visa & entry
30–90 days visa-free for many Western passports — verify on the gov't site before booking.
Airlines
Major carriers operating to and from Albania.
Air Albania
ZB· Flag carrier
Wizz Air
W6
Lufthansa
LH
Turkish Airlines
TK
Travel tips
- Carry small notes — many places dislike large bills
- Validate trams/metro tickets at the platform machine
- Tap water is generally safe in capitals
Common scams & risks
- Taxi overcharging from airports — book via app
- Currency-exchange "0% commission" with bad rates
- Attractive stranger inviting you to expensive bars
Best cities to visit
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