Wayfaring Travel Guide. Online travel map for destinations and sites around the world » Albania http://www.wayfaring.info Experience what real Travel means Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:36:04 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Albania – General Information http://www.wayfaring.info/2007/01/06/albania-general-information/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=albania-general-information http://www.wayfaring.info/2007/01/06/albania-general-information/#comments Sat, 06 Jan 2007 15:06:55 +0000 vanhal http://www.wayfaring.info/2007/01/06/albania-general-information/
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Official Name : Albania
Timezone :GMT -1Area 28 748km2111097sqmi
Population total: (2002e) 3 108 000 Status Republic
Date of independence 1912
Languages Albanian (official) (Gheg and Task, the main dialects). Greek
Ethnic groups: Albanian,Greek , Macedonian, Vlach, Gypsy, Bulgarian
Religions Muslim (Sunni 70%), Roman Catholic (5%), Greek Orthodox (2%) (before April 1991. Albania was constitutionally atheist)
Physical features mountainous country, relatively inaccessible and untravelled;geologically active -earth-quakes severe and relatively frequent; N Albanian Alps rise to 2692 m/8832 ft: mountainous highlands (N, S, and E) account for c.70% of the land; Coastal lowland in the W is agricultural 45% of land is forested; 25% is arable, mostly grain-producing: c.20% is permanent pasture land.
Climate Mediterranean climate, hot and dry an the plains in summer; average annual temperatures, 8-9°C Unit, 24-5°C Unit; thunderstorms frequent; mild, damp, winters.
Currency 1 iek (1)=100 quintars
Economy Seventh five year plan (1981-5) focused on industrial expansion, especially in oil (new sources were located), mining, chemicals, natural gas; hydroelectric power plans for several rivers leg the Koman hydroelectric complex ; agricultural product processing, textiles, oil products, Cement: main crops are wheat, sugar-beet, maize, potatoes, fruit, grapes. oats; all industry is nationalized; progressive transformation of farm cooperatives into state farms: chromate, low-grade iron ore, and soft coat are exported: other natural resources: crude petroleum, asphalt, lignite (brown coal), phosphorus, bauxite, precious metals.
GOP (2002e) $15.69 bn, per capita $490
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]]> http://www.wayfaring.info/2007/01/06/albania-general-information/feed/ 0 The 5 star Sheraton Tirana Hotel & Towers in Albania http://www.wayfaring.info/2006/12/20/the-5-star-sheraton-tirana-hotel-towers-in-albania/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-5-star-sheraton-tirana-hotel-towers-in-albania http://www.wayfaring.info/2006/12/20/the-5-star-sheraton-tirana-hotel-towers-in-albania/#comments Wed, 20 Dec 2006 22:47:40 +0000 vanhal http://www.wayfaring.info/2006/12/20/1036/ tirana.jpgimage_location_map_surroundings_1.jpgThis is the only 5 star internationally managed hotel in Albania. Modern with elegant furnishings the Sheraton Tirana Hotel & Towers offers the most exclusive accommodation in Albania. All rooms and suites are equipped with modern amenities designed to welcome business and leisure travelers in style
The hotel is located in the tranquil heart of the city, near the National Park with its artificial lake and the zoo, and also within the Embassy and Banking district of the city of Tirana. The Palace of Congresses and the Presidential Palace are few minutes walk from the hotel, while all other places of interest are easily accessible.
“Infinity” Bar
albt01.jpgA stylish lounge offering authentic distinction of service and environment. It is the ideal spot for business people to meet for coffee andimage_room_double_deluxe_3.jpg refreshments throughout the day. It offers cozy accommodation for afternoon tea and cocktails.
The “Metropolitan” Restaurant
The restaurant with its adjacent terrace is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner and features International cuisine, while honoring traditional Mediterranean and Albanian recipes. All dishes are prepared with fresh, premium ingredients and are stylishly presented.

The Hotel has 151 rooms including 56 splendid suites-an impressive Presidential Suite, 95 beautifully decorated rooms and two Towers Floors.

accommodation3.jpgGuest Rooms & Amenities

V.I.P. Room, Voicemail, Non-Smoking Room, Deluxe Bath Amenities, Rollaway Beds, Hairdryer, 24-Hour Room Service, Suite, Desk, In-Room Movies, Air-Conditioned Room, Data Port, Coffee Maker, In-Room Safe, Adjoining Rooms, and Cable Channels.

Hotel Services

pool.jpg24-Hour Front Desk, 24-Hour Room Service, Aerobic Classes, Car Rental Desk, Massage Treatments, Shopping Mall Connected to Hotel, Concierge, Tour Service, Sauna, Indoor Heated Pool, Outdoor Children’s Pool, Outdoor Pool, Fitness Facility, Parking Facilities, Pet Policy (Restrictions and Deposit May Apply)

Meeting & Event Facilities

• Number of Meeting Rooms: 3
• Largest Meeting Room: 5167 sq. ft.
• Largest Meeting Room Seats: 500
• Smallest Meeting Room Seats: 50

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