DeAnne’s guidebook
Dinner spots
Drop by the restaurant in the morning on your way out to the beach to reserve a dinner hour, especially if you have a large group. Ask what specific seafood is fresh for the day.
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Restorant Titanic
Drop by the restaurant in the morning on your way out to the beach to reserve a dinner hour, especially if you have a large group. Ask what specific seafood is fresh for the day.
Right downstairs, a great lunch or dinner solution when you are short on time.
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Proper Pizza
MuratRight downstairs, a great lunch or dinner solution when you are short on time.
Neighborhoods
Important Albanian National landmark celebrating the Independence from Turkish rule in 1912
Sheshi PAVARËSIA
Important Albanian National landmark celebrating the Independence from Turkish rule in 1912
Travel along the coast, up through the mountain pass of Llogora (stop for some fresh yogurt and honey or a meal of roasted meat at one of many restaurants along the way), enjoy the beautiful, winding descent overlooking the sea, and find one of many rocky beaches along the bottom of the road. Make a day trip with an early start and enjoy the sunset on your way home.
Himare - Livadh Road
Himare - Livadh RoadTravel along the coast, up through the mountain pass of Llogora (stop for some fresh yogurt and honey or a meal of roasted meat at one of many restaurants along the way), enjoy the beautiful, winding descent overlooking the sea, and find one of many rocky beaches along the bottom of the road. Make a day trip with an early start and enjoy the sunset on your way home.
City/town information
Making a day trip to Saranda to see this beautiful coastal town is only complete if you take the 20 minute trip to the unique ruins of Butrint, an ancient city of amazing proportions. You won't regret your day visiting this amazing part of Albania. Make sure to take your bathing suits and enjoy any one of the amazing beaches you see.
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Sarandë
Making a day trip to Saranda to see this beautiful coastal town is only complete if you take the 20 minute trip to the unique ruins of Butrint, an ancient city of amazing proportions. You won't regret your day visiting this amazing part of Albania. Make sure to take your bathing suits and enjoy any one of the amazing beaches you see.
Food scene
Downstairs and to your right. Open 24 hours in the summer. Great spot to enjoy the sunset and a beverage of your choice!
Motta Mare
Rruga Murat TërbaçiDownstairs and to your right. Open 24 hours in the summer. Great spot to enjoy the sunset and a beverage of your choice!
Tipps für Reisende
Verkehrsmittel
Walking, renting a bike or electric scooter, taxis, tour bus
Walking is the best way to explore Vlora. Most locals under 40 speak English (Albanians are multi-lingual so you will also find Italian and Greek are commonly spoken) and are glad to help you find your way around. You will discover all sorts of delightful places to eat, shop, and explore as you walk around town. Evenings tend to be cooler and most everything stays open until 11 for shopping and 12 for eating. Of course pubs, clubs and coffee bars are open much later.
Buche vor der Abreise
Sazan Island, Rental Boats, Fishing, Snorkeling, Canoeing...
You can find nearly every kind of adventure in Vlora often at reasonable prices. Just downstairs from our flat is a local tour agency who offers all sorts of opportunities for exploring the beauty of Vlora and the surrounding areas. Some Vlonjats (people from Vlora) swear by getting around by boat and recommend a boat trip to Himare or even Saranda instead of a car trip!
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The Jewish Neighborhood, Independence Square
Take a walking trip through Vlora, heading back toward town along Lungomara's promenade. Turn right heading into town and keep walking. You will walk through old town Vlora and make your way to Independence Square (Sheshi Pavarsise). Turn a slight right at Independence Square and you will see the narrow street of the Jewish Neighborhood. Albanians were one of the few European nations who not only welcomed Jews during WW2, they also protected them.
Mit Kindern reisen
Albanians love children
Don't be surprised if people want to say hello, children seem to want to play with your children, or grandmotherly figures want to give advice on dressing your child (or taking off wet clothes). Albanian culture is very communal and taking care of children is one of its most important felt responsibilities.
Verkehrsmittel
Taxis & Tour Buses
Taxis for closer distances (even within 20 km) are fairly affordable though you will want to shop around for the best price. Tour-like buses and tourist destinations are often best priced although you will sacrifice some independence. Driving your own car in Albania is also an option. If you choose to drive your own car (or rental car) please be aware that not all road signs are clear, but obeying these are expected.