Albania

Albania is a small country in Southeastern Europe that packs a historical punch. Full of surprising beauty and distinctly unique cultural heritage, Albania is emerging as a traveler's paradise while wakening from its communist coma. Safe, affordable, and relatively less touristy, Albania is an interesting alternative to the more commonly traveled Western European countries.

There are also many culturally unique aspects of Albania. As a result of religious oppression, Albania is one of the few countries in Europe where its citizens identify themselves first and foremost by their nationality and not their religious beliefs. This nationalistic unity makes for a wonderfully warm and communal environment.