Stories from the Albanian Riviera

Himara offers a refreshingly simple choice of bases: stay in the town for walkable evenings, choose a beachside area for easy swimming, or stay slightly outside the centre for more quiet and space. Central Himara: best for first-time visitors Central Himara is the easiest choice if you want to walk to the promenade, restaurants, shops […]

Himara is easy to love from a sunbed, but it is even better when you get a little closer to the coastline. The Ionian Sea, rocky bays and mountain roads create plenty of low-key adventures: boat trips, snorkelling, hikes to beaches, kayaking and scenic drives. You do not need to turn the holiday into a […]

Most people first come to Himara for the water, but the coast has another side: old villages, defensive walls, churches, forts and wide views across the Ionian Sea. A day split between Himara Old Town and Porto Palermo is one of the best ways to understand the character of the Albanian Riviera beyond its beaches. […]

Three days in Himara is enough time to enjoy the town without rushing and see why this stretch of the Albanian Riviera keeps people coming back. This itinerary balances easy beach time with a little exploring, leaving room for slow lunches, changing sea conditions and the occasional “let’s stay here longer” moment. Day 1: Settle […]

Himara is one of the best places to base yourself if your Albanian Riviera plan revolves around swimming. Within a short drive or boat ride, you can move from an easy town beach to a wide family-friendly bay, a lively beach club setting or a secluded cove below high cliffs. Here is how to choose […]

Himara is one of those places that makes you slow down without trying. Set between the mountains and the Ionian Sea on the Albanian Riviera, it is made for travellers who want clear water, small beaches, relaxed meals and a little history in between. You can spend the morning on a sunbed, take a short […]