TIRANA, February 21 Today we share the inspiring story of Albanian entrepreneur Rakip Belishaku. He is the founder of Rinora Handmade, a sustainable business that makes all-natural soap and …
Traditional Albanian Recipes: Gjyveç, Orzo Casserole
TIRANA, February 18 Gjyveç is comfort food in Albania, especially in the southern part of the country. This is a typical Mediterranean recipe cooked in different countries of the region. The main …
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Where can Albanians Travel Visa-Free in 2022
TIRANA, February 17 The Albanian passport made a slight improvement in the Henley and Partners annual passport index 2022. The number of countries where a holder of an Albanian passport can travel …
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Vlora, Durresi, and Lezha Coasts Risk Diapering under Rising Seas
TIRANA, February 16 Johann Georg Von Hahn wrote on his Albanesische Studien that the ancient city of Lezha (Lissus) was on the sea coast. Whether Hahn was mistaken or not, Lezha might become a …
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Dangerous Invasive Fishes Spotted off Albania’s Coast
TIRANA, February 15 Know your fish Highly venomous and poisonous invasive fish species have been seen off the coast of the Mediterranean and Albania over the last years. The presence of such …
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Germany Recognizes Albanian and Kosovan Driving Permits
TIRANA, February 11 Albanians residing in Germany, who have a driving permit issued in Albania or Kosovo, will be able to convert it to a German driving license without taking additional tests, …
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Update on 90-Day Stay in Albania for U.S. Citizens
TIRANA, February 8 The United States Embassy in Albania issued on Tuesday a message of interest for the U.S. citizen currently in Albania or traveling to the country soon. “It is currently our …
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Albania, Top Searched Winter-Sun Destination in the UK
TIRANA, February 8 “Land of Albania! let me bend mine eyes On thee…” (From Childe Harold’s Pilgrimage) Lord Byron (1788–1824) Flight time: 3 hours Best time to visit: Year-round After …
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Manufacturers and Recyclers against Plastic Bag Bill
TIRANA, February 7 Once again Albanian authorities are planning to roll out a draft law that’s supposed to address the plastic pollution issue by banning the import, manufacturing, and export of …
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Wizz Air Adds 4 Routes to Kukesi Airport Starting June
TIRANA, February 4 Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air added Kukesi International Airport Zayed (Flatrat e Veriut) to its summer 2022 schedule. Starting June, the airline will launch four new …
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