Albania? Is It Safe?

Question

I want to travel to Albania. I went with my friend to Greece for 21 days and it was amazing. Albania was really close to one of the islands we where at. My friend and his family told me that Overall Greece Doesn't like Albania?! And I've heard a lot of bad things about it. But I Really want to travel there someday. Because My family is planning to travel to Italy next year and Since Albina's really close I want to visit it. But is it safe? The reason I want to go there is because My Great-grandmother came from there....Anyone know anything about that country?

Answer 1

Crime rate is much higher than in other countries.

Visitors to Albania will be introduced to a remarkably underdeveloped democracy, so they must take precautions to ensure that they travel safely through what sometimes seems like a lawless nation.

While travel to other Balkan countries is never truly worry-free, visitors to Albania must be especially prepared to handle some government corruption, increased violent crime rates, everyday pickpocketing, and other factors which render travel less safe.

Since Albanian police, particularly outside of the capital of Tirana, are sometimes connected to organized crime rings, it is recommended to pursue any entry card extension (if necessary) while still in Tirana. The cost of the 30-day entry card is only about $12. American dollars may be accepted, but it is advised to carry some Euros into the country if you are unable to get Albanian lek ahead of time.

Answer 2

I'm Greek, I've been there and I didn't have any problems. It's a beautiful country. Do you plan to visit the southern or the northern part?  

Answer 3

my parent they gone there recently. they visited the greek part. no there is not safe.

Answer 4

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article...

You can read this article which is entitled: Safe travel in Albania