I think the strength of Albania's rental market depends on how quickly the economy grows and how much of that money is put into the infrastructure.

As I said sourcers from the big tour operators are paying a lot of attention to Saranda, and Club MEd has bought a big plot beside Saranda for future development, all good signs.

Albania certainly could make it big in tourism, with the same climate and rich culture and history as greece, as well as its beautiful adriatic coatline.

If not before it, the injection of EU cash in preparation for Albania's EU ascension could well propel the tourism industry to the dizzy heights enjoyed by other countries in the region, like Ukraine.

Liam Bailey
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