A globe-trotting couple continues their slow travel lifestyle, this time reporting from Albania. After leaving the U.S. rat race ten years ago, they’ve been documenting the true costs of living abroad through what they call “earth vagabonding.”
For their recent 10‑week stay, covering Durrës, Vlorë, and Tirana, their detailed tracking app logged $4,288 in total expenses for two people. That breaks down to roughly $59.55 per day, or about $1,680 per month. Housing topped the list at just over two thousand dollars, followed by groceries, restaurant meals, and entertainment. They skipped car ownership and relied on buses, cabs, and the occasional friendly ride.
Healthcare costs were minimal, just one dental visit and some prescriptions totaling $54. Airfare and domestic travel expenses came to $174. The couple notes the flexibility of Albania’s one‑year tourist visa for U.S. citizens and points out that long‑term leases could drive costs even lower.
Their takeaway: Albania offers coastal living, affordability, and friendly locals, appealing options for travelers watching every dollar. As they pack up for the next stop, their message remains steady, live simply, track carefully, and stay thankful.
My Take…
Albania has been gaining traction the past 12 months, and for good reason.
These two professional wanderers ditched the American grind a decade ago and now treat the globe like a rotating Airbnb. Their latest stop: Albania. Ten weeks, three cities, and a tracking app that probably sighs every time they buy coffee.
Grand total? $4,288 for two, around sixty bucks a day.
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https://www.earthvagabonds.com/we-lived-in-albania-for-1680-a-month-heres-the-budget-breakdown/
