Tourists are turning to the Mediterranean amid turmoil in the Middle East. Here, our experts share their favourite lesser-known destinations for a step into spring ...

The fortress complex sits high above the valley landscape. This location is Rozafa Castle, Shkodër, Albania. From here the ...

From Durmitor and Theth to São Miguel and Snæfellsnes, these lesser-known European destinations deliver dramatic trails, ...

Mountain walks, river swims and centuries-old traditions appeal to the whole family on an adventurous trip to the Balkans ...

Discover how Albania’s lakeside city of Shkodra is being transformed into a modern, vibrant cultural destination. The city’s new Museum of Navigation, currently under construction on the shores of ...

Imagine standing in a quiet mountain valley near the Albania-Greece border. You see steam rising from limestone like a kettle left on the stove. Now picture what’s feeding that steam. More than 100 ...

The Erechtheion, built in the 5th century BC, at the Acropolis of Athens. Athens is one of the six oldest Greek cities among the ten oldest in Europe that remain inhabited. Credit: Berthold Werner CC ...

A new genetic study reveals that domestic cats arrived in Europe from North Africa around 2,000 years ago, challenging the idea that they were present during prehistoric times Whether they are a ...

RTSH, the Albanian national broadcaster, has unveiled the dates for the forthcoming edition of Festivali i Kenges. The 64th edition of Festivali i Kenges is scheduled to be held on 17, 18, 19 and 20 ...

Shkodër, also known as Scodra, stands as one of Albania’s most significant cultural and economic centers, representing the country’s strong European identity and long-standing historical ties with ...

Turquoise waters and beautiful sandy beaches? Albania should be on your bucket list right away! Albania is a small country in Southeast Europe, an affordable destination for all types of travellers.