While a number of different mountain ranges run along the eastern side of Albania, its southwestern coast is home to paradisiacal beaches where the sun shines, umbrellas provide some needed shade for beachgoers, and the Mediterranean laps the shore. While its sandy stretches were long a secret compared to more popular neighbors like Croatia and Greece, increasingly the world is getting out. The beaches of Albania could become a summer romance that you’ll never forget. Plus, where to stay near each and every one of these fabulous beaches.
This story has been updated since its original publish date.
