These beaches of Albania are enchanting, and they are also very close to Italy
You don't have to go far to leave the Italian peninsula and find dream beaches: Albania is just a stone's throw away and in recent years it has been conquering more and more travellers with turquoise waters, golden sand and nightlife. The perfect destination for a summer to remember, if you've never thought about it, now is the time to do so: postcard bays, secret islands that seem to come out of a movie and competitive prices are the secret of the success of this territory. Here are the most beautiful beaches in Albania near Italy.
The beaches of DurresAmong the most beautiful beaches in Albania and close to Italy are those of Durres , easily reachable by sea from the southern regions or by land from Tirana . Among the most beautiful beaches here are Plazhi i Currilave with golden sand and a lively promenade that attracts families with children and young people or Golem Beach that knows how to conquer those who love comfort and days in full relaxation thanks to the equipped establishments.
The beaches of VloraEqually close and worth exploring is Vlora ; the top destination for the summer stands out for its nightlife and dynamism, so much so that it is one of the developing pearls of the Albanian coast. Among the most beautiful beaches? Radhime , a few kilometers from the center with well-kept establishments and turquoise waters or Zyernec Beach with very white sand and calm sea.
Ksamil BeachesIf there was a hashtag for Ksamil, it would be #maldivesofalbania . Small, chic and spectacular, it is the most Instagrammed destination in the country . The beaches are small oases with white sand and turquoise sea, right in front of three paradise islands . Among the most beautiful? Bora Bora , famous for its straw umbrellas and tropical atmosphere, or Three Island Beach from which you can leave for the islands even just with a pedal boat.
Beaches of Porto PalermoAlso easily reachable by boat are the beaches of Porto Palermo such as Porto Palermo Bay , surrounded by nature and a romantic symbol par excellence. The sea is very calm and on the horizon there is the castle of Ali Pascià which will make the souvenir photos incredibly unique.
Saranda BeachesSaranda is a lively and vibrant town with a very respectable nightlife; for this reason it is one of the most youthful destinations in Albania. Among the most beautiful beaches here there is Mirror Beach , a wild cove with light pebbles and clear water, or Santa Quaranta Beach for those looking for comfort and exclusivity.
Jale BeachesIt is not too far from Italy Jale and is undoubtedly a one-of-a-kind village. The hippie soul stands out as well as the wild beauty of places like Jale Beach . Pure poetry, unique and inimitable, perfect for unplugging, enjoying the turquoise sea and snorkeling.
Beaches of HimaraSymbol of the Albanian Riviera designed for families there is Himara , a place where a relaxing holiday does not give up beauty. Family friendly , it offers serviced establishments such as Spile Beach very close to the center or Potam Beach , decidedly wilder.
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In front of the heavenly beaches of Ksamil , here appear three small islands that seem to have come out of an adventure film. Green, wild and lapped by emerald waters , they are perfect for feeling like castaways... but with style. The seabed is shallow, the water is transparent and they can be easily reached from the port of Ksamil with a small boat or a pedal boat.
Beaches of Saseno IslandSaseno is located 15 kilometers from Vlora and is the largest island in Albania . It is not difficult to reach from Italy and not even far; a former military base, today it is a tourist place with crystal clear waters and trekking paths to explore the area. The beaches here are one more beautiful than the other, just follow the paths to find the most suggestive ones.
