Voices
Welcome to Voices — a growing collection of stories, insights, and perspectives about our historic coastal city. A diverse community of contributors crafts these articles: Albanian locals revealing hidden facets, passionate expats building new lives here, and enthusiastic non-resident writers who love and contribute to Durrës from afar. Together, they share experiences to inform, inspire, and entertain both visitors exploring the city and those dreaming of its Adriatic charm. Dive in and discover Durrës through their eyes!
As ever, opinions expressed on any topic are those of the author and don't necessarily reflect the views of other authors or the site itself.
A Way to Connect - The Via Egnatia Trail
The Via Egnatia Foundation (VEF) and it's vital work in preserving and spreading the word about this unique trail
Jan. 20, 2026
Doing Business in Durrës: Between Heritage, Change, and Hope
Silvia Kërtusha begins her series of articles on business in the city.
Nov. 30, 2025
Besa - the smallest words move mountains
The meaning of Besa in Albanian culture and the Tefiku family's part in it.
Nov. 30, 2025