How Much Does it COST to live in Albania - (After Two Months This is everything We Spent)

แชร์
ฝัง
  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 26 ธ.ค. 2024

ความคิดเห็น • 201

  • @mendjelire8392
    @mendjelire8392 ปีที่แล้ว +67

    One bedroom apartments in Tirana go for $300/month. You overpaid because you got it through Airbnb. You should only book Airbnb for a short stay and then look for another apartment with a local real estate agency. If you only boked it for a couple of days maybe you could even have made a deal with the owner to let you stay for a month. Central location is not necessary in Tirana because you have everything you need everywhere you live due to the way the city has been built. Almost every building has stores and services in the bottom floors. You both are athletic and like walking so 10 -15 minutes further from the center would have been just fine.
    Fruits and veggies are much cheaper in the farmer's markets then in the supermarkets or the fruit and veggie stores. Every ward has its own farmer's market but you probably can't find them on google maps, as most are not proper markets but just farmers who line up a street with their goods, would have to ask the locals for those.
    Great video, thanks for sharing.

    • @blackeagle7947
      @blackeagle7947 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No comment 👍

    • @User12345fan
      @User12345fan ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Lol theyre not living there for long. They got a very decent price and no, hell, no apartment in that area would go for $300 a month with utilities included, you’re delluded.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Well, we booked through airbnb because we didn't really wanna waste time looking for places etc.. Just a bit more convenient and easier. Thanks for commenting :D

    • @sUwU
      @sUwU 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not worth the time and effort if you’re only there for two months.

    • @bonevays
      @bonevays 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@sUwU actually it was totally worth the effort to book 2 different places a month each, unless they were more in the mood for living instead of travelling, for example they may want to do 2 months training without disruptions. Otherwise travelling is all about the disruption!

  • @taylorthomas9857
    @taylorthomas9857 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    The apartment you stayed at in Tirana is the exact same apartment Im going to be staying in when I get there! The host is super nice. Can’t wait to get there

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ah how cool! You'll love it, the location and design of the apartment are superb. When do you go?

    • @arjandevolli7574
      @arjandevolli7574 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Welcome to Albian

    • @oleksiidmytrenko6114
      @oleksiidmytrenko6114 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      it's now $70 per day :-)

  • @dhaferkoheji3572
    @dhaferkoheji3572 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    A fantastic well presented and produced travel video that l really enjoyed all the way through. Most of travel videos are of people running around with a camera and you get more distracted than benefit from their experience. This one is very focused and has everything thought through. On the cost you mentioned earlier that you travel simple yet comfortable which will round you up to that price range. From my experience though because l like to travel like you, with a little local knowledge and negotiating you could drop the monthly expenses by at least $400. Once again, thanks for a great travel video and best of luck to both of you mate.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for the kind words - really happy you found it valuable! Enjoy your travels, let us know how you go

  • @solo741
    @solo741 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Excellent to the point video! I’m looking forward to moving there next month. The Philippines has been great for the past year but I’m looking forward to getting out of this heat. It looks like the budget is very similar to PH too.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you found the video helpful. Wishing you all the best in your upcoming move! 😊

  • @katsybo
    @katsybo หลายเดือนก่อน

    I like your take. Budget plus fun extras.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Thank you for the comment. Glad you enjoyed the video 😊

  • @casscass1778
    @casscass1778 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    Thank you great content.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You're welcome! I'm glad you found the content helpful and enjoyable. If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to ask. 😊

  • @TruthFinder7839
    @TruthFinder7839 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love your content, this is great info to use for planning my trip to Albania. I agree with you to pay slightly more, to stay centrally located to walk everywhere, and get fresh food & cook for yourself. I love Mediterranean food and the lifestyle you’ve shown, that’s positive & possible for me to experience. Sounds very affordable and a high quality lifestyle that’s perfect for a single 68 old American to enjoy. I’ll check out all your links and recommendations, for use on a spring 2025 travel venture. ❤🙏😊

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Amazing! I’m glad we could help, when you go come back and let us know your thoughts after a shorter trip.

  • @carlosduverge9939
    @carlosduverge9939 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Food is so affordable and fresh, the best

  • @MarkBerrada
    @MarkBerrada 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Very informative. Thank you! Not expensive at all for what you guys got and did.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Glad it was helpful! I agree, especially with our fun weekends out exploring!

  • @Mialovesphoto
    @Mialovesphoto 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Youve done a great job explaining your costs. Thank you. I appreciate your notes about why your food costs were higher❤❤. I appreciate you!

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      You are so welcome! I'm glad the details were helpful for you

  • @Goodman_Traveller
    @Goodman_Traveller ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Nice content and really like watching your content its an inspirational

  • @The-Contractor
    @The-Contractor 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Definitely doing a month there. Prague next month and then onto Tirana. Liked and Subscribed.

  • @boomtube8086
    @boomtube8086 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    hello from Albania👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 amazing video ❤️❤️

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you for taking the time to watch and leave a comment. It means a lot to us... 😊

  • @YEAHBUDDAAY
    @YEAHBUDDAAY 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Yo TJ! It’s Foysol from Bali MMA 😁. Great video. That was helpful 🙏🏽 - we’re going there for a few months soon.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      haha whats up Foysol!? You'll love it! Where are you now? Still training?

    • @YEAHBUDDAAY
      @YEAHBUDDAAY 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tjandbtraveling Yeah I’m excited! Currently soaking up the sun in… London 🤣. Had to take a break for a month now, dodgy knee and staph complications from a tattoo. I’ll check out that BJJ place in Tirana.

  • @fulltimeabroad
    @fulltimeabroad 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    we just walked into that gym yesterday but they are going to be closed for the rest of August. Shame, looked good. Great video.

    • @terrysmith-z4l
      @terrysmith-z4l 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You dont need a gym for fitness, home program works. Maybe its ego at the gym.

  • @imager09tube
    @imager09tube หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent cost for a month! Wow!

  • @aryssky5730
    @aryssky5730 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love the backpack!

  • @carlosduverge9939
    @carlosduverge9939 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm from the dominican republic and live in USA, my wife is Albanian and we both been there. I would love to move there

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Albania is a gem - where are you thinking? We've been to the Domican Republic too and loved both.

  • @JulieMigliorisi
    @JulieMigliorisi 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Clear & simple - thanks

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for the comment and compliment ☺️

  • @messenger8139
    @messenger8139 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you for the concise and succinct information.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You are welcome! Glad it was helpful

  • @henrykarllarson1043
    @henrykarllarson1043 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I enjoyed your piece.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you very much! 😊

  • @dimphinapereira1502
    @dimphinapereira1502 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Albania is the best .

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      We also love there!! thanks for commenting 😊

    • @kolarbrahim2213
      @kolarbrahim2213 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      No No No never 👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎👎

    • @user-irj1nxa3cof2z
      @user-irj1nxa3cof2z 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@kolarbrahim2213
      Arab guide is jealous

    • @heripirpondi2129
      @heripirpondi2129 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Albania nr 1

    • @Fegga1955
      @Fegga1955 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Lovely to be introduced to a new country which civilians respect tourists.

  • @DavidJohnson-cv3uh
    @DavidJohnson-cv3uh 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    For me being single and living off SS, will be 77 in January.
    Would not, at least I think so, could live there.
    Of course I know my expenses would be less, and since I only eat twice a day, I would think I could live even cheaper than most, for sure couples.
    Enjoyed the information.

  • @natalias8305
    @natalias8305 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Who knows what is the weather in Tirana in Summer and Winter? Thank you

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  หลายเดือนก่อน

      In summer (June to August), Tirana typically experiences hot and dry weather. Average temperatures range from 20°C to 30°C (68°F to 86°F), with July and August being the hottest months. Daytime temperatures can occasionally reach up to 35°C (95°F) or higher.
      In winter (December to February), Tirana has mild to cool temperatures. Average temperatures range from 3°C to 12°C (37°F to 54°F). While snow is rare in the city itself, it can occur occasionally. Winter is also the wettest season in Tirana, with increased rainfall compared to summer months.

  • @christinecline-leung9520
    @christinecline-leung9520 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Really helpful. Thanks.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you liked it! Thanks for sharing the comment. Are you planning on going?

  • @nderimademaj362
    @nderimademaj362 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nice Video greetings from an albanian

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Greetings from across the globe!

  • @michaelirvin2079
    @michaelirvin2079 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good morning, considering them amount of time you have lived there. I'm expressed with the cost. I would imagine the cost would have been more if the choice of lifestyle with different taste in meal options and possibly beverage selection. It is always a good plan when you sit down and figure out a budget for how ever long you decide to travel. Very informative video. Look forward to seeing what your next video adventure. Be well

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  ปีที่แล้ว

      Good morning! I think you could definitely do things cheaper or more expensive than we did, I think we spend a fair chunk on our food (people will always comment how much we eat). Thanks for commenting Michael!

  • @fr0103
    @fr0103 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What about internet availability, speed and cost? Did the unit come with an internet connection, similiar to a hotel room? If renting through a local agent, what type of internet does Albania have (i.e., copper, fiber optic, satellite), and what is the average monthly cost? As well, can you rent your own vehicle and what do they generally run per week - TY

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We went through Airbnb so that we didn’t have to worry about it. Our internet was incredibly reliable and fast. I don’t know how much it would cost to pay for separately.
      You can rent vehicles very cheaply, roads are interesting in Albania. Cost depends massively on the season

  • @whatareuthinking1
    @whatareuthinking1 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good stuff I’m 55. My wife is 45 we so badly want to do this we have five daughters my last one just graduated high school. It’s pulling on the heartstrings to leave the primary caregiver. Even my daughters in their 30s. Still go to Dad for everything.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      You should do it, you can always go back when needed, but you could also use FaceTime/Whatsapp and talk regularly. You can still support very well online. But of course we'd say go for it

  • @mxingram2120
    @mxingram2120 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How is the WiFi?

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      From what we used it was just fine. Some cafe's were not great though

  • @lorybaby7865
    @lorybaby7865 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Your video amazing

  • @beehive5835
    @beehive5835 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Is English understood by enough people? What about health care (especially compared to Thailand)? Health insurance options & costs? Visa options? Retirement prospects?

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      These questions go beyond the scope of this video. Our insurance is all covered by SafetyWing as we travel full time - safetywing.com/nomad-insurance/?referenceID=tjandb

    • @beehive5835
      @beehive5835 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tjandbtraveling Thoughts for your next video. 😀 (Thanks for the insurance info.)

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      English is understood by enough people. Though not as much as in the rest of Europe, it's enough to get you by

    • @beehive5835
      @beehive5835 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tjandbtraveling Good to know, thanks! English is necessary for those of us too old to learn a new language.

  • @miamijames
    @miamijames 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Where would recommend to stay month of July or august

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Hello! August is a good time to travel to Albania, not tooo hot, but still nice and warm... What do you prefer, beach, cities, mountains?

  • @therehastobesomethingmoore
    @therehastobesomethingmoore 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I thought it would be a little cheaper. Maybe if you had a one year lease.
    We are slow traveling but currently living in Xela, Guatemala and without budgeting we spend a total of $1100-$1200/mo.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I think this is more to do with us staying near the center and going exploring many of the weekends. Where did you enjoy most in the Americas?

    • @therehastobesomethingmoore
      @therehastobesomethingmoore 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@tjandbtraveling
      We really only started about 14 months ago. We spent 11 months in Nicaragua and now 3 months so far in Guatemala. Nicaragua is my wife’s home country and holds a special place in our heart but we prefer living in Guatemala. Cool weather, much more prosperous.
      We have also lived in Costa Rica but won’t go back. We plan to be here for at least a year then maybe Mexico. South America we want to go to Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Argentina.

  • @jerrygarcia4390
    @jerrygarcia4390 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Excellent video ❤👍🏾

  • @DManGrand
    @DManGrand 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I think $1,500 per month is possible there...

  • @chrisgmelch1479
    @chrisgmelch1479 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks!

  • @sbdreamin
    @sbdreamin 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looking forward to visiting some day. Albania looks like a nice retirement country.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I think it could be! What makes it appeal specifically to you for that?

    • @shinyshinythings
      @shinyshinythings 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      That’s why I’m checking out videos on Albania! Will be officially retiring in Spain or France, but want to do a lot of low-cost travel as cheaply as possible in retirement. Tirana with its coffee culture and walkability seems to fit the bill, but it’s too bad costs are going up. Another Prague? (I hope not!)

  • @chukwuemekaonu-okpara2018
    @chukwuemekaonu-okpara2018 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Hello, I am looking to move to Albania as a digital nomad also and one of the requirements is to have an Albanian bank account. Which bank did you open with?

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We didn't we use Wise for all of our Banking - wise.com/invite/dic/thomasj1986

    • @PureAlbania
      @PureAlbania 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Why are you choosing Albania.
      Just got here, it's not as cheap as these videos make you think.

  • @wesdowty79
    @wesdowty79 หลายเดือนก่อน

    $2,098 a month USD for 2 people is amazing. Its like Thailand

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Absolutely! It's incredible how far your money can stretch in places like that. Living well on a budget is definitely possible! thanks for the comment 😊

  • @JohnSmith-dr2je
    @JohnSmith-dr2je 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m recently single ad plan on visiting Europe and Albania loosing like a great home base

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for the comment, its a great place however it isn't really well connected to use as a home-base unless you plan to fly everywhere.

  • @JayandSarah
    @JayandSarah 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    $791 USD to live in Tirana by the month, is very high.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      We were right in the center (in the summer) with no need for much transport so for us it was worth it.

    • @RobertasMedutis-k7h
      @RobertasMedutis-k7h 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Tirana is a shit hole 😂 spending nearly 800 dollars is a waste if your time and money

    • @abigailmiller6983
      @abigailmiller6983 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@RobertasMedutis-k7hin your opinion, where in the country is worth that amount?

  • @Silasandapollostravel
    @Silasandapollostravel ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wow. The cost 😢aren’t that bad. Sure there would be lesser accomodation though

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Definitely, but we really loved that location and the apartment.

    • @Silasandapollostravel
      @Silasandapollostravel ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@tjandbtraveling great. Sure you enjoyed your stay in albania really though

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Appreciate your commenting :D @@Silasandapollostravel

  • @thefootballpunnedit
    @thefootballpunnedit 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    How's the jits there big man? And when are you back in Phuket?

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Jits was decent. Good instruction and keen athletes, not the level of Phuket but they're a good bunch.
      Back in Phuket in February but unsure how long since it seems priced closer to central London these days

  • @totallyraw1313
    @totallyraw1313 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi mate, do you know if there is a 400 metre athletics track in Tirana for someone who is training for athletics?

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I think there is, if you need a specific track there must be something. We ran but mostly around the city and park

  • @moneymonarch8102
    @moneymonarch8102 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    The worst thing any tourist going to Albania can do is just stay in Tirana and Durress. Go south if you going during the summer months or go north if you like nature

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We did both of those things, thanks for the comment!

  • @dovygoodguy1296
    @dovygoodguy1296 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    What is life like for retired expats over 65 living in Tirana?

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Do you like espresso and parks? And amazing fruit and salad?!

    • @dovygoodguy1296
      @dovygoodguy1296 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@tjandbtraveling Sure, but what I meant was day to day life among the older demographic, the comfort level living in Tirana for folks over 65.....thank goodness Tirana isn't covered with hugs high-rises and skyscrapers.

    • @redandblack1911
      @redandblack1911 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Not good

    • @dovygoodguy1296
      @dovygoodguy1296 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@redandblack1911 Could you elaborate?

  • @holdencawffle626
    @holdencawffle626 ปีที่แล้ว

    How much is mcdonalds in tirana?

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  ปีที่แล้ว

      hahaha... errr I don't know that one, we don't eat McDonalds 😬

    • @fw2561
      @fw2561 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There isn’t a McDonalds in Albania!

    • @holdencawffle626
      @holdencawffle626 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@fw2561 mcdonalds. Gold arches. Big mac?

    • @fw2561
      @fw2561 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes I understand what it is 😅Google it there isn’t one here.

    • @nocomment4047
      @nocomment4047 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      There is no Mcdonalds but there is Burger King. It's quite pricey imo, around 600/700 lek for a meal.

  • @paulatterholt9111
    @paulatterholt9111 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I think the rent seems high..
    But that's my opinion. The more that people who have money can pay, the higher the rents go. Nice video guys!

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It is high for general Tirana but this apartment was literally a minutes walk to Skanderbeg Square. I just looked (link in description) and it’s gone up more, not surprising as it was great value in my opinion

  • @sandytw5229
    @sandytw5229 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks so much, any vegan eating out recommendations? Note to self to pack dried oat milk with me!

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Yes! There are a few local vegan restaurants that are decent, but not amazing, there’s a vegan pizza place that is fantastic, and a falafel place right next to skanderbeg square.
      Mulliri is the only chain that serves coffees with soy milk (very good, but and they’re everywhere).
      In general all of the breads, fruits and veggies are amazing.

  • @dimphinapereira1502
    @dimphinapereira1502 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful

  • @cheeneeusa
    @cheeneeusa 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    For a couple this is very reasonable especially since this couple does not really spend frugally.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Absolutely, it's great to hear that you find it reasonable for a couple's spending. It's important to remember that everyone has different spending habits and lifestyles, and what works for one couple may not work for another. Thanks for commenting 😊

  • @lorybaby7865
    @lorybaby7865 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    I think the amount you spent is reasonable and economical..

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      We think so too, we don't like the idea of spending as little as possible, or spending unnecessarily, so it's a balance. We had a great time

  • @raffaelloschirinzi2072
    @raffaelloschirinzi2072 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Quite expensive... It seems to me that prices have gone up quite a bit in recent years.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’d say Tirana will have a little bit especially considering the development. But when you consider all we did I don’t think it’s fair to call this expensive

  • @blahblah-hz8ey
    @blahblah-hz8ey 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I thought it would be d cheaper

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It can be if you make it... but as we said we traveled a bunch and didnt focus on saving - thanks for the comment

  • @natalias8305
    @natalias8305 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Half of your expenses not necessary and can be easy cut off.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for watching... as said it’s just our experience and what you deem unnecessary you can cut off.

  • @kwaichangcaine8234
    @kwaichangcaine8234 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I honestly thought it would be cheaper there 🤔

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I guess it can absolutely be less, depending in your choices and lifestyle, thanks for commenting 😊

  • @terrysmith-z4l
    @terrysmith-z4l 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    If you are eating that well vitamins are not necessary. Your willingness to pay 800 dollars a month for rent, eventually the locals will not be pleased. Dining out should not be a way of life , you will find the truth in this when you are older. I seldom have coffee out here, why do it there.

  • @mattoneill1272
    @mattoneill1272 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    it looks very tempting to slow travel that region. Do you think its dangerous for Gay travellers?

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      So I genuinely think it would be a fantastic place to slow travel, there pace of life in Albania seems chill and the people are overall incredibly friendly. They do stare (we commented on this in another video) but they don't mean anything by it. They also seem open and welcoming but of course, I wouldn't actually be able to say for sure since I didn't have that experience

  • @sojournern
    @sojournern 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Glad to see you're vegan or vegetarian and got some good food there.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Us too! Albanian food is delicious. Thanks for commenting 😊

  • @HeyWattsUpCycling
    @HeyWattsUpCycling 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

    450$ a mo for food??? for TWO??? im also a vegan athlete and jsut moved to thailand (which isnt working out) and the food is fucking absurd here! im well over 800$ a mo just for myself eating fruit veg rice noodles and beans…...

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  หลายเดือนก่อน

      No, that was just for groceries. We actually track our food expenses in three categories. Groceries were $448, eating out was $247, and coffee + snacks came to $211. So the total food budget for the month was around $900 for both of us. Where in Thailand are you? Thanks for the comment! 😊

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  หลายเดือนก่อน

      We have a budget video in Phuket, and we spent around 1250usd for both of us... If you wanna check it out th-cam.com/video/iMVkFW0bwo8/w-d-xo.html

  • @bonevays
    @bonevays 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks like "greek salad" was on the menu, do they call it greek salad there or ... alban salad?

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They have "fresh" salads and greek salads, all just amazing fresh vegetables that are delicious

  • @stevenluethje1356
    @stevenluethje1356 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I want to go

  • @fredtover2858
    @fredtover2858 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How much was an Americano in a coffee shop? Pretty useless since you are vegans and didn't mention the price of wine, beer or drinks in a bar.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

      Coffee prices range between $1 and $2 USD. We didn't include alcohol in our budget because we don't drink it. However, I did some quick research for you. It seems that beer prices start at $2 USD and can increase from there, while a glass of wine typically costs between $3 and $5 USD.

    • @RobertasMedutis-k7h
      @RobertasMedutis-k7h 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I just visited Albania and prices are much higher, beer is around 6-7€. Coffee is around 3~4€

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@RobertasMedutis-k7h What coffee would you get? And where was this?

  • @roshiroshi1240
    @roshiroshi1240 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Those prices would've seemed ridiculously expensive for Albania, only a few years ago. The prices have literally doubled up ,in a very short amount of time. Anyways, still cheaper than most of the places I've lived in Europe.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yea, there's normal inflation, but I think you're paying for improving infrastructure and everything too. Also I'll restate that you can definitely find things cheaper than we did! Thanks for watching and commenting 🙏

    • @roshiroshi1240
      @roshiroshi1240 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tjandbtraveling Thank you for sharing 🙏

    • @redandblack1911
      @redandblack1911 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I agree I traveled to Albania and stayed in Tirana for a good amount of time in 2017 during the summer. It was CHEAP. You could buy a really decent apartment for $40,000 euro near the Blokku.

  • @gatoraviation9588
    @gatoraviation9588 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    no thanks. too restrictive. I like my freedom! the title should read: cheap living while imprisoned in Albania..

    • @LibertarianRF
      @LibertarianRF 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      They didn't shut down during covid

  • @Hotshotscott
    @Hotshotscott 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    200 bucks a month in coffee is wiillllld even for america ahhaahh

  • @shmoko1989
    @shmoko1989 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Haha definitely that ain't cheap lol 😆

  • @SportRider3000
    @SportRider3000 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    This is not a deal. There are better places in Italy and Greece for less.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Oh, amazing! Where about? We are gonna be back in EU for the summer, would be nice to know where is cheaper/better.

    • @redandblack1911
      @redandblack1911 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Whereabouts?

  • @PureAlbania
    @PureAlbania 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Misleading video.
    Fruits and vegetables extremely cheap?!
    They are the same if not higher than most European country..
    Banana is 2€ per kg, higher than any other European country I've seen.
    There's not a single item that I couldn't not find cheaper in another European country.
    Coffee in supermarket is twice as expensive, I've no idea why.
    Peanut butter, Oats, vegetable milk, etc are 50% more expensive.
    There not a single food that's "extremely cheap".
    Totally lack of knowledge.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      These are our actual costs, I’m sorry you feel that we’d make this video lying about it all but that’s not the case

    • @PureAlbania
      @PureAlbania 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@tjandbtraveling Never said you were lying, just total lack of knowledge and misleading video.
      Please anyone in the comments tell me otherwise.
      Is there any fruit or vegetable that's "extremely cheap" in Albania compared to most EU countries (ES, RO, NL, DE, PT, PL) ? Or even just "cheaper"?
      Please let me know.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@PureAlbania It's not a "lack of knowledge" it's our actual lived experience my friend. We've given you actual figures of what we spent.
      Here's our food tour, you can see prices in some of it too:
      th-cam.com/video/-jH44b-_9Ho/w-d-xo.html

  • @paulatterholt9111
    @paulatterholt9111 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    You must be a couple of trust fund kids, rock on!!

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      No sir, we work online and actually spend less living like this compared to the average cost in the UK/US. Thanks for your comments, I’m glad you found the video interesting

  • @kolarbrahim2213
    @kolarbrahim2213 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very bad Albania 👎👎👎👎👎😈😈😈😈

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  8 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Oh nooo, we love Albania...

    • @user-irj1nxa3cof2z
      @user-irj1nxa3cof2z 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      @@tjandbtraveling
      He’s a jealous Arab guide because you went to Albania and he isn’t getting paid

  • @banzaaiiiii
    @banzaaiiiii ปีที่แล้ว +1

    If it's so good than stay there and bring their ppl in a dingy back to their "beloved" land.

  • @malcolmnicoll1165
    @malcolmnicoll1165 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Just hope this jewel doesn't become californicated (overpriced and over populated) too soon.

    • @tjandbtraveling
      @tjandbtraveling  4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Time will tell but I dont think it will. It doesnt seem like they're too interested going that way, they're more about improving their own quality of life and credit to them