Albania2023

Our first time exploring Albania. We rented a car from Tirana and drove south to Sarande. From there we took a boat to Ksamil and did a day trip to Gjirokaster and Blue Eye. First-time drone photography on holiday capturing relaxed beach days, scenic boat trips, and local life. Albania is a stunning country with a lot to offer. I will be back.
Sophistication

cheers to the finer things in life

A crystal sea

the water here is so clear, you can see the bottom even when you're out of your depth

Its always time for wine

life's good when you don't need to compromise

Three of a Kind

adventures are better with them

Paradise

Ksamil from above, I should have never left

Castle of Porto Palermo

old walls, endless stories. still standing strong

Not a care in the world

as it should be on holiday

Priorities

does it get much better than this?

Watch where you step

was taking in the views when I we bumped into this little guy

Nothing but perfect beaches

golden sands calling for footsteps

Why travel by road when you can go by sea

our very own boat charter to Ksamil Beach

Never far from a bunker

with nearly 6 bunkers for every square kilometer, you see these things everywhere

Lifes better by the sea

a day on Ksamil beach with endless wine, great food and the best company

Just another drink

...or two

4 bottles later

memories made over empty glasses

Just me and the sea

not only is the water at Gjipe beach crystal clear, warm and nearly still, but I dont have to share it with anyone else!

Road Trip

good memories on the open road

That view

Albania has some stunning views to offer

Got to get that shot

capturing memories one camera at a time

Blue eye

a picturesque place with crystal clear water

A long way down

but the walk was totally worth it

Its not that bad

barely surviving the hangover

Deep in thought

in the silence, clarity speaks

The road to Gjirokaster

it's a long way up. certainly thankful for cars

Gjirokaster

history's footprint in stone

Gjirokaster Fortress

sits in the middle of a medieval Greek town from the Byzantine Empire

Renovations wanted

some of the building here need some love but they are still amazing

Byzantine streets

walking through history one step at a time

Sarande

where every corner has its own story

Lets fly

taking a look at Sarande from above

Lights on the sea

city lights, starry nights

Sarande by night

a birdseye view of this quiet town

Goodnight Sarande

Sarande has some great sunsets

The best flag

Albania really does have the best flag

What an Enterance

the Resurrection of Christ Orthodox Cathedral

Watching the sun disappear

I could watch the sun set over the sea here every day