Is Albania safe for tourists?

Yes — extremely. Albania consistently ranks among the safest countries in the Balkans for travellers.

What currency does Albania use?

Albanian lek (ALL). Euros are widely accepted in tourist areas; ATMs are everywhere in cities.

How do I get from Tirana to Corfu?

Bus or van Tirana → Saranda (4–5h, €15), then daily 30-minute ferry to Corfu (€20–€30).

Albania Travel Guide — Bus, Van & Ferry Routes

Albania is the Balkans' most surprising country — Tirana is now genuinely fun, the Riviera coast (Himarë, Dhërmi, Ksamil) rivals Greece at half the price, and ferries to Corfu run daily from Saranda. The road network has improved hugely; minibuses (furgon) are the practical option for shorter trips.

Almost no one regrets going to Albania, and almost everyone wishes they had stayed longer. The catch is that public transport is informal — furgons leave when full, not on a timetable. For longer rides between Tirana, Saranda, Shkodër and Kotor (Montenegro), the formal intercity coach services on Bookaway are far easier. Gjirokastër (UNESCO) is the best stopover between Tirana and Saranda. Combine with Corfu: 30-minute daily ferry from Saranda.

Currency

Albanian lek (ALL); Euros widely accepted

Language

Albanian; English among under-35s, Italian commonly understood

Visa

Schengen + UK/US/CA/AU: 90 days visa-free.