Episode #17. Tirana: city of youth and historical heritage

Tasting Eastern Europe

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the travel market beyond recognition. But don't be scared: it did not vanish, the travel market continues to develop!

In the podcast, we taste Eastern Europe talking to local entrepreneurs, officials, and other experts about how the region's tourism adapts to the demands of time and what it has to offer travel seekers.

Our today's topic is Tirana: city of youth and historical heritage. Eva Kushova - manager of Visit Tirana - is our guest today.

Here are the timeframes of our talk:

1:17 - A brief introduction by acquaintance with Eva and her experience at Visit Tirana
5:58 - About tourism in Tirana during the time of the pandemic
8:36 - How does Tirana's tourism adapt to the pandemic, and what can it offer in 2022
10:20 - Why tourists should visit Tirana
11:49 - Tirana's changes in mobility, tourism infrastructure, and green tourism
13:57 - Is there a place for tourism in the pandemic world
14:36 - What is the main feature of Tirana's culture
16:25 - About Dajti mountains, one of the most popular places in the region
17:46 - Favorite location of Eva in Tirana
18:32 - Eva's top-3 things list city visitors must do in Tirana
19:14 - What meal does Eva recommend to a tourist who has only one day in Tirana
20:08 - Why does she love Tirana the most

Let's taste Eastern Europe together!

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