Open-door diplomacy
The Cold War paranoia is long gone and Albanians are confident their coastlines, forests and culture of hospitality will bring in the crowds, writes Glenn A. Baker.
Top 10 countries to visit in 2011
Lonely Planet has drawn on the knowledge, passion and kilometres travelled by its staff, authors and online community to present the Top 10 Countries to visit in 2011.
Smiled upon by saints
How many claims to fame can one ancient city have? Gemma Deavin finds out.
The lair and the tortoise
A taxi driver eyeing the wrong curves gives David Whitley a ride to remember.
Dhermi Hotel, Albania review: Riviera at beach-bum prices
Steve McKenna takes his SPF 30 and sunnies to one of Europe's hidden coastal getaways.
