July 2019 - The Balkanista

Arta Zimaj- My Love for the Cape of Rodoni

July 29, 2019July 30, 2019The Balkanista

If you are visiting Tirana, the capital of Albania, you must also visit the Cape of Rodoni especially during the summer. Why? Because the Cape of Rodoni is only a short drive from both Tirana and Durres. Not only is it an historical location but it has some of the most beautiful beaches in Albania. […]

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Here is how you can help sterilise & care for Sarande’s strays!

July 27, 2019July 27, 2019The Balkanista

Shatervan Idesh, a group of expats and Albanians are kicking off a new initiative on the streets of Sarande. The plan is to raise money to train local vets and provide spaying and neutering services for stray animals in the southern city. The ‘Trash Cats and Dumpster Dogs International Spay Neuter Initiative’ is bringing the […]

Made in Prison- Female Inmates Crafting a Better Future

July 26, 2019July 26, 2019The Balkanista

Located in Ali Demi, a suburb of Tirana is Albania’s only women’s prison. Home to just 84 inmates, a new initiative has brought them a glimmer of hope and the chance of creating a sustainable future. Alma Kordoni is the director of the NGO Orkidea Albania. The aim is to protect the rights of women […]

My guide to babywearing!

July 18, 2019July 19, 2019The Balkanista

Since my daughter was five days old and a smidge over 3.5kg, I have been carrying her around the house, and out in public in a ring sling. I have had a LOT of strange looks and many patronising comments from people who are not used to seeing someone carrying a baby in this way. […]

Visit Tirana: Shtepia Studio Kadare

July 17, 2019July 17, 2019The Balkanista

For literary lovers and history buffs, there is a new attraction for you located in the centre of Tirana. Shtepia Studio Kadare, or the House Studio Kadare was his home for many years and is the place where he wrote many of his books, predominantly during the time of Communism. View this post on Instagram […]

What I have learned after a month of being a mother

July 10, 2019July 10, 2019The Balkanista

I was not shy about detailing the fact that I had a horrific pregnancy and did not enjoy a second of it, but in the month since my daughter was born I can safely say things have improved a lot. Whilst I still remember the pain of what I suffered, I have discovered a whole […]

Welcome to Theth!

July 6, 2019July 6, 2019The Balkanista

Albania is becoming more and more famous for its stunning coastline, crystal waters, and pristine sandy beaches, but in my mind, where the real beauty lies is in the mountains. https://www.instagram.com/p/BzibPkElu4r/ North to south, east to west, the Albanian landscape is punctuated by vertiginous mountain ranges that frame almost every horizon, rising up from the […]

Month: July 2019

Arta Zimaj- My Love for the Cape of Rodoni

Quality picks

Here is how you can help sterilise & care for Sarande’s strays!

Made in Prison- Female Inmates Crafting a Better Future

My guide to babywearing!

Visit Tirana: Shtepia Studio Kadare

What I have learned after a month of being a mother

Welcome to Theth!

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