Here you will find a range of questions that hopefully will answer some of the questions you might have. Whether you are traveling on your own or in a group, the information will hopefully make it easier, for you to plan a great trip to Himara.
Language
Albanian is the official language. It is widely spoken all over Albania and also here at the region of Himara.
The region of Himara is predominantly populated by an ethnic Greek community, so the Greek language is also widely used in most of the villages.
Cash
Albania’s currency is the lek (plural leke). Like other minority Balkan currencies, it is difficult to exchange abroad.
So, on your trip to the Region of Himara you can exchange your currency at the exchange corners and Western Union shops. Everyone in Albania knows the value of €1 in lek (it’s between 110 to 120), and will gladly offer prices in. You might prefer to change euros (sterling is also acceptable) at one of the prominent exchange bureau
Credit Cards
Credit Cards are not widely used in stores and hotel so do keep in mind that cash is very important. You can withdraw from almost any ATM machine and they are easy to find at the town of Himara but difficult at the surrounding villages.
Health
There is a general hospital in the town of Himara, and in the villages, there is usually a nursing clinic. It is recommended that visitors bring their own medicine and any other medication that is used regularly, as special products are not always available.
