Is Albania safe to travel & drive around for this summer 2017?

Wonders of Albania: 3-Day Trip from. ... No major issues in the main cities (Tirana, Durres, Vlore), petty crime involving pick pocketing if travelling on a bus. Avoid north .... Albania is safe,and it worths a visit,this country has lovely nature and last year it has achieved great changements.......just take the reasonable protection. read more

Sep 4, 2006, 11: 11 AM There was only one country in Europe during WWII that did not surrender a single citizen of Jewish descent to the Nazis, that was Albania. read more

After visiting Albania multiple times since 2001, many people have asked if it is safe to travel to Albania. In my experience, Albania has always been safe but on recent visits in 2016, 2017 and 2018 the country has changed considerably. read more

For more information regarding medical assistance in Albania please visit the Embassy’s website. Sporadic blackouts throughout the country can affect food storage capabilities. Tap water is not safe to drink. Air pollution is also a problem throughout Albania, particularly in Tirana. read more