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Himara
Albania
Avoiding packed beaches is no mean feat. Half of Europe is
instantly wiped out as they offer all-inclusive deals with
complimentary kids club – no thanks. Instead, head to Himara aka
the Albanian Riviera. The local wine costs as little as 3€ and the
buzzy fishing town is bursting with fresh seafood shacks and boho
beach bars. Walk off the irresistible buttery baklavas you are
offered with each coffee in search of Gijiri I Akuarium beach. Just
a handful of candy-striped sun loungers dot the almost always
deserted blonde sands, so get down early. Nearby beachfront
accommodation, Scala Bungalows, will allow you
to easily slink from sea to siesta.