SARANDA 🇦🇱 Pros & Cons | Albania 2022

SARANDA Albania Pro's & Con's 2022!
What is Saranda, Albania's Pros & Cons?
Join us in this video as we break down the popular beach destination of Saranda.
Saranda, Albania HAS TO go on your summer destination list for 2022.

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[TwoMadExplorers]

Did we forget any Pro's or Con's? Let us know!

[scottybones]

Thanks for the tips on Sarandë! Your video dropped at the perfect time to watch with morning coffee here in Oregon!

[lidotabakaj]

We are proud for you!
Thanks for visited my country!
Wish all the best, love u!

[aytacnur]

l'm a torist in Albania from Azerbaijan🇦🇿☺️ l spent 1 week here and l want to share my experiences about my ongoing vacation✨

Albania is a beautiful country with crystal clear waters and towering mountains as video says. Here’s my experience and a breakdown of the pros and cons of visiting this wonderful place.

Pros

1. Stunning Nature: The landscapes are breathtaking, with pristine beaches and majestic mountains.
2. Affordable Prices: The cost of traveling in Albania is low, making it budget-friendly.✨
3. Delicious Food: The local cuisine is satisfying, especially for someone from Azerbaijan, which is a country of various food culture, Albania offers flavors reminiscent of home.😋
4. Friendly People: The locals are generally welcoming and hospitable.😍
5. Quiet and Relaxing: It’s a great place to unwind and enjoy the serene environment.

Cons

1. Stray Dogs: We came across aggressive stray dogs, which was a frightening experience. There were 11 of them(in Dhermi), and they came out of the dark suddenly, like a horror movie. They started to jump and show their scary teeth. l haven't seen tags on their ears, so l freaked out... It’s advisable to be cautious, especially at night. l stopped a random car and jumped in to save my life🤦🏻‍♀️
2. Transportation: Public transport can be unreliable, and some tourist spots are not accessible by bus such as "Blue eye".(taxi id over 50-60€ from Sarande)
Renting a car is highly recommended to explore the country efficiently.
3. Taxi Scams: Be wary of taxi drivers who may overcharge and drop you off at incorrect locations. Always negotiate fares beforehand and consider using a reliable map or GPS. Cause l had this experience, and my driver claimed that he doesn't know my address, and his map is not working well. But he forced me to pay 15€ for 600 m. l could have walked to my hitel, but after facing the attack of stray dogs, l didn't want to take a risk at night, but he dropped me 7 minutes by walk from my accomadation anyway...

Recommendations
• Stay Alert: Be cautious of stray dogs and avoid walking alone at night in less populated areas.
• Verify Taxi Fares: Always confirm the price before starting your trip and use reputable taxi services to avoid scams.

Overall, Albania is a wonderful country to visit. Despite some challenges, the beauty and charm of the place make it worth the trip.
l plan to return and continue exploring this amazing country. Because every rose has its thorns😇🫶🏻🇦🇱

[jarmilasura]

I look forward to the atmosphere of Saranda!

[msjannd]

I was there for two months. I met some wonderful people and didn't feel lonely. Great food. But, my anxiety levels were higher than normal because it was *so* noisy (my Airbnb was on a main road); the wild dogs ran in packs down the street beginning at 12:30 in the morning and didn't stop until 3 a.m. I couldn't sleep and I felt like I was in a remake of 'Cujo.' Not being able to flush my used toilet paper down the toilet grossed me out; it is not clean nor hygienic. 😖 The beach while I was there (March and April) was not clean and I had to move more than once to get away from a pile of dog poo. With those negatives, the Albanian people were the friendliest and most welcoming I had met in my travels of over a year now. The sun is great. I found eating out at restaurants was less expensive than buying groceries; groceries in Sarande were on par with prices in the U.S. Edit: I found a great pharmacist and only went to that pharmacy while I was there. Also: people drive like maniacs; I knew I wouldn't be shot and killed like in the U.S., but I am glad I made it for two months without being hit by a car.

[_Viking]

Going via Korfu isn’t necessarily easier or faster. Because the ferries don’t operate during late evenings. Many flights lands after the last ferry has left. So you have two options; hotel overnight or find somewhere to wait until the first ferry leaves in the morning.

[reneewhisenhunt]

N&L, loved these tips and they will really help us make good decisions for which locations to check out at which time.

[Albmaro]

They’re actually planning to build a small airport in Saranda probably 5-10 years form now. It will be operating during summer only.

[carmendf_]

I'm going this summer too and will be vlogging 🙋🏼‍♀️

[ervint]

In summer time it's too hot there are not enough trees in the city because of its structure basically built on hills. But overall Saranda it's an amazing city, touristy, it can be expensive and very crowded in summer but I find it pleasant and attracting, every year there's something new in the city, I always keep going back

[BrianandCarrie]

Nice video guys!! The distance to the airport in Tirana is definitely a con. As Americans traveling like we do we have to stay out of the Schengen area for 90 days before re-entering. We flew out of Corfu as you mentioned but had to wait until our 90 was up. We met friends in Saranda that had to suddenly fly back to the US and couldn't enter Greece. They jumped on the next bus to Tirana to fly out the next day. Again, as you mentioned, that's a long travel day!! Your Pros and Cons were spot on!!!
Cheers!!

[scottybones]

Thanks for the tips on Sarandë.I prefer off season travel as well! Looks like a nice town. Any taquerias there yet?

[breakdownshakedown]

What about taxi's? Do they rip you off if you're a tourist?

[VagabondJohnBowler]

Hey Luke and Naomi, I really enjoy your channel and your very "approachable" format. I am seeking your advice on a similar venture to yours. . Where to start? Firstly, I am a noviciate "slow traveler". I am American by birth but have spent the last 6 1/2 years in Ireland (on the Dingle Peninsula in West Kerry) and got my citizenship. I am a solo-traveling senior (76) though in good shape and young at heart. I spent the first month of this peregrination in Montenegro, getting my feet under me for this new adventure/lifestyle. I am headed to Albania in a couple of days and plan on staying there for at least a month and possibly two. With that rather lengthy intro... I want to start a YouTube channel to document my adventure but I am looking for someone who can advise me on how to go about doing that while avoiding as many 'newbie' mistakes as possible. Although I assume you have moved on to other realms, can you suggest anyone in Albania (Digital Nomad or local) who I could employ to teach me the basics? I would be most grateful for any advice you might be able to share. I hope our paths might cross along the trail. I would gladly stand the first round

[kevinscromeda]

Hi. Really enjoying your videos. I will be travelling to Albania this December (2022). By the sounds of it maybe not the best time to come, but it’s my only option. I am just wondering if there will still be some local restaurants open in the deep off season. I’d like to try as much traditional food as I can. Also, it sounds like getting around by bus is tricky in the off season. Do you have any more tips for someone coming in dead of off season?

[Miki-So]

Hey lovely people, Me and my gf are planning to visit Albania this end of July, we are confused between Budva, Dhermi and Saranda. Which one is not so expensive, less croded, has good options of restaurant and local market? Please suggest.

[plos]

I always tell others to be very careful in Sarande. Don't end up meeting the wrong people there like I did. There's a lot of bad people waiting to try and hustle foreigners for money. It's a small town. Take care and be careful who you meet and let know ur details. For me I'll never go back to Sarande because of the bad people I wasn't careful enough to avoid.

[hamdanshaikh]

Albania n usbakestan which country is good for better life

[harrymarsch]

You aren't native english speakers are you?