Collette’s new ‘The Balkans: From Coastal Croatia to Legendary Greece’ will be the company’s first tour to feature Albania

Pawtucket, RI (June 26, 2024) – Collette’s new “The Balkans: From Coastal Croatia to Legendary Greece” tour will be the operator’s first to visit Albania. The small-group Explorations journey spans across four other Western Balkan countries: Croatia, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Montenegro, and Greece.

“Albania is one of Europe’s fastest-growing travel destinations,” said Jaclyn Leibl-Cote, chief executive officer at Collette. “Over the past few decades, more travelers have shown increased interest in exploring the region’s breathtaking mountain ranges and scenic coastlines. This tour not only enables them do that, but also offers the opportunity to learn about Albanian folklore, centered around heroism, mountain spirits, and the legendary “Shqiponja,” a powerful eagle symbolizing freedom.”

Collette takes advantage of the smaller-maximum group size of 24 travelers with tailored experiences like a home-hosted dinner in Sarajevo, a private boat tour through the unique scenery of Boka Bay, and an overnight stay at a farm in Karanac. The tour’s impact moment comes at the Sarajevo Tunnel of Hope, where travelers meet a Sarajevo Siege survivor. More intimate experiences like this are what makes Explorations special. Departure dates starting in June 2025 will soon be available for booking.

About Collette:

As the longest-running tour operator in North America, Collette is the company travelers can trust. Leading with integrity, Collette’s comprehensive travel protection plan, flexible tour pacing, and strong relationships within the travel space set it apart. The happiness of its travelers has been its roadmap since 1918 and today Collette offers over 170 tours to all seven continents and five distinct travel styles, including small group touring and river cruises. This third-generation family-owned business is dedicated to giving back in both local and global communities through its social responsibility platform.  For more information, visit www.gocollette.com or call 1(800) 340-5158.

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