Three Faces of Albania Europe’s Last Frontier
Albania. Research this little country just north of Greece and you’ll see photo after photo of world-class beaches, imposing Ottoman architecture, smiling old men, and herds of shaggy goats. I was sold on it immediately (and not just because of the goats). It’s a small country about the size of Massachusetts but packs amazing diversity inside its borders, not to mention 150 miles of pristine Mediterranean coastline. There’s another reason to consider a trip: Albania has imposed no restrictions on travel during the COVID-19 pandemic. You’re free to enter and travel around the country, and better yet, U.S. citizens can stay up to a year, visa-free.