It’s funny, I grew up in Pogradec. Now I found my second home in Virginia, USA. 🇺🇸 Had my best time in Pogradec during my highschool. Most of my Highschool best buddies are in USA and Germany. We all love the idea of getting back together and start a textile manufacturing business in Pogradec so we can create some jobs and find an excuse to come back and feel like kids again.
@@Eraaaa-302patjeter qe do kthehemi. Por po pergatitemi qe kur te kthehemi te nisim disa biznese aty. Te punesojme rinine qe te mos na ikin te gjithe jashte. Skemi pse punojme per boten neper shtete te ndryshme kur mund te punojme sebashku ne bizneset tona ne Shqiperi.
I am a little jealous...tried a couple of things in Albania but nothing has worked out yet. Your videos do manage to show the ordinary side of Albania. Less sensational but realistic and respectful. Love it and wish you well
Best way to learn cool hidden gems in Albanian cities and towns is to make some local friends first. They know all the cool spots. In cities like Pogradec, the fun is indoors during the winter. People gather in coffee shops and spend time together. They organize house parties, join reading clubs, hike etc. Summer is more lively because of much more tourists.
Your videos are soothing and just a pleasure to watch. Thanks for supporting our country and definitely great to have you back :) P.S. Those plants may look alive, but definitely need more love now that you're home.
Glad to see you well back to Albania. Good idea of your t-shirt business. Friendly suggestion Albania's map on the back you may want to make different sizes not just that small size and some can write Albania inside the map. I plan to come to Albania this summer and hopefully will make it to Pogradec and buy a couple of your t-shirts. That splash on the lake priceless. Know that feeling as I've done it too. Don't forget to buy that fishing gear and go fishing sometimes as it is very relaxing and fun experience. Good luck kid.
I’d love to fish! Just need to learn how first haha. You can buy the shirts online, actually. I don’t sell them from Pogradec. globalsketchwear.com or instagram.com/giftmark.al (if you’re in albania).
@@JamesLeithart It's as easy as casting that line from the rod. You will need though to go with a Pogradecar fisherman for a couple of times and he will help you master fishing. No rocket science. Where do you plan to sell them? Tirane?
They are shipped anywhere in Albania. I’m just not the one that does the fulfillment. I have a print partner that does that. Or if people in the US want one they can order on the website.
I’m so jealous! I’m an Albanian living in the US and I wish I could move back. It just feels hard completely changing your life, finding a new job, etc. What do you do for work besides UA-cam?
I enjoyed your video as usual. Yet, I seemed to have missed the answer to the caption. I always wondered what drew you to Albania specifically, and why you decided to make it your home. Growing up, we had a few Albanian friends, and a childhood contemporary decided to return to his motherland after marriage many years ago to assist local congregations of our faith. I personally always found travel enthralling in even the simplest detail. Taking up residence in another country must be a very special experience, though.
Yes Rubik where I grow up and have a lot of memories in that beautiful church. We were so silly in the communist days we used to destroy all the beautiful pictures on the walls of the church ⛪️...Shame really..But that's how much we knew them days
Really enjoy the videos and happy to see you're enjoying your newish home. What iPad and editing/design software do you use? I'm asking because I want to get into sketching and wanted to see whay has worked out for you. As a separate question since I have a Lenovo Chromebook, is it good enough for sketching if I get a decent stylus. Asking before I take the plunge into the Apple ecosystem of $$$. Thanks and enjoy the summer in Albania. I was born there but moved to Canada with my parents as a child awhile ago. Also my 2 cents, spend July and August up north, cooler weather, more economical and the food is better. Enjoy
very nice video, but Albania, the most beautiful country in the region and wider, suffers from massive depopulation. In Tirana only 50% of residents remain, including newcomers & students
Mire ke i fol te dy ,por me ato bij kurvash sbohet,shqiperia ka nevoj per politik te re djem e vajza te reja qe e duan memedheun,ku ka mo bukur se vendi jone,klima ushqimi mikpritja ajo energjia pozitive,se kam gjet askund,kam qen itali greqi angli france belgjike,Zoti e ka beku ate vend ,insha Allah nje dit shqiptart kudo jan kthehen ne memedhe,e ne rinia do ta bojme ate vend
hello bro how are you? i have several questions to you. if i come in albania with visit visa and then would i able to buy property there ? and if i buy a property will i get residence permit ? i have spent 32 years in my country now rest of my life i want to live in this peaceful place. and if i buy property will they allow me to bring my wife and son? can i mail you ? i really need to know.
Single mom here living in Hawaii. On my way with my son this summer. Your videos Has helped me a lot. Thank you
no way!! i lived on Maui for a year back in 2014! hope you have a wonderful time here. DM me on instagram if you need anything or have questions
Your so welcome in Albania 🇦🇱
@@JamesLeithart will do! Thank you
Welcome to Albania
It’s funny, I grew up in Pogradec. Now I found my second home in Virginia, USA. 🇺🇸 Had my best time in Pogradec during my highschool. Most of my Highschool best buddies are in USA and Germany. We all love the idea of getting back together and start a textile manufacturing business in Pogradec so we can create some jobs and find an excuse to come back and feel like kids again.
Keni lindur në parajse!!Pogradeci është një nga vedet më të bukura në Shqipëri!!Uroj të ktheheni !!
@@Eraaaa-302patjeter qe do kthehemi. Por po pergatitemi qe kur te kthehemi te nisim disa biznese aty. Te punesojme rinine qe te mos na ikin te gjithe jashte. Skemi pse punojme per boten neper shtete te ndryshme kur mund te punojme sebashku ne bizneset tona ne Shqiperi.
@@RM10345 po lexoja kometet tuaja dhe shpresoj te te plotesohen deshirat
Sa interesante! A mund te me lini nje forme kontakti ju lutem? Do doja te flisja privatisht me ju. Faleminderit!
@@RM10345 🤍👍👍👍
Welcome brother everyone is welcome
Good to have you back
it’s good to be back!
I am a little jealous...tried a couple of things in Albania but nothing has worked out yet. Your videos do manage to show the ordinary side of Albania. Less sensational but realistic and respectful. Love it and wish you well
thank you! that’s the part i’m trying to show - not just a tourist passing through, but my normal every day life
Best way to learn cool hidden gems in Albanian cities and towns is to make some local friends first. They know all the cool spots. In cities like Pogradec, the fun is indoors during the winter. People gather in coffee shops and spend time together. They organize house parties, join reading clubs, hike etc. Summer is more lively because of much more tourists.
Welcome back
thank you 🙏
Are you in Albania?
Incredible clothes ❤
Your videos are soothing and just a pleasure to watch.
Thanks for supporting our country and definitely great to have you back :)
P.S. Those plants may look alive, but definitely need more love now that you're home.
Oh they definitely do! And since being back they’ve perked up nicely.
Welcome back my brother 🤗
Another awesome one I really love it❤
I'm glad you like it
Hey bud, welcome home. I'm so happy for you. All the best with the new venture. I love them!
thank you sir! hope all is well for you.
Glad to see you well back to Albania. Good idea of your t-shirt business. Friendly suggestion Albania's map on the back you may want to make different sizes not just that small size and some can write Albania inside the map. I plan to come to Albania this summer and hopefully will make it to Pogradec and buy a couple of your t-shirts. That splash on the lake priceless. Know that feeling as I've done it too. Don't forget to buy that fishing gear and go fishing sometimes as it is very relaxing and fun experience. Good luck kid.
I’d love to fish! Just need to learn how first haha. You can buy the shirts online, actually. I don’t sell them from Pogradec.
globalsketchwear.com or instagram.com/giftmark.al (if you’re in albania).
@@JamesLeithart It's as easy as casting that line from the rod. You will need though to go with a Pogradecar fisherman for a couple of times and he will help you master fishing. No rocket science. Where do you plan to sell them? Tirane?
They are shipped anywhere in Albania. I’m just not the one that does the fulfillment. I have a print partner that does that. Or if people in the US want one they can order on the website.
Got it.@@JamesLeithart
Welcome back to my country James and hope you make a happy, content life in there. You deserve it
Hi are u from Albania
Love this country
I'm planing to visit and Setteldown there could you guide me though❤
This is really selling me on Albania, I was focused on Portugal but this looks promising
I’m so jealous! I’m an Albanian living in the US and I wish I could move back. It just feels hard completely changing your life, finding a new job, etc. What do you do for work besides UA-cam?
marketing for a nonprofit organization, and some freelance video editing work
My own country ❤❤❤ thank you james You made me miss my home again ❤ regards from Michigan❤❤❤
Great content, good luck on your wornderful journey and your business!
Thanks so much!
welcome home
good to be back
Great video brother. Love the tshirt plug. Also loved seeing Tino!! Miss you bro!
Appreciate it!!
cozy place ! enjoy !
yes i enjoyed your video, go to north of Albania, you will enjoy itt
haha it’s like you can tell the future! i’m here now, and the next video will be my experience in Valbone
@@JamesLeithart that's great, have a wonderful time, let us know next video.
Welcome back legend!
Tirana my love how much I miss you .
❤from Detroit
I enjoyed your video as usual. Yet, I seemed to have missed the answer to the caption. I always wondered what drew you to Albania specifically, and why you decided to make it your home. Growing up, we had a few Albanian friends, and a childhood contemporary decided to return to his motherland after marriage many years ago to assist local congregations of our faith. I personally always found travel enthralling in even the simplest detail. Taking up residence in another country must be a very special experience, though.
Go and visit Rubik in Mirdita and do one t-shirt design with the Church of Rubik.
thanks for the suggestion! i’ll look into it
Yes Rubik where I grow up and have a lot of memories in that beautiful church. We were so silly in the communist days we used to destroy all the beautiful pictures on the walls of the church ⛪️...Shame really..But that's how much we knew them days
James why do i think you are so cool ?
Love the gear! Awesome!
thank you man! hope you’re doing well
Really enjoy the videos and happy to see you're enjoying your newish home.
What iPad and editing/design software do you use? I'm asking because I want to get into sketching and wanted to see whay has worked out for you. As a separate question since I have a Lenovo Chromebook, is it good enough for sketching if I get a decent stylus. Asking before I take the plunge into the Apple ecosystem of $$$.
Thanks and enjoy the summer in Albania. I was born there but moved to Canada with my parents as a child awhile ago. Also my 2 cents, spend July and August up north, cooler weather, more economical and the food is better. Enjoy
Hi James,
Can you deliver them in the UK?
if you order through the website, delivery to the UK should be possible!
Well Done, good idea, Albania is playing in Euro 2024 in Germany, so perhaps some fan shirts will be good idea ?
❤❤!!🎉🎉🎉
Who are you using for screen printing in Tirana? I need some company merchandise printed up, and those looked nice.
instagram.com/giftmark.al
they’re great! Not sure how large of orders they can produce though.
Thanks
No, thank YOU! Wow! I appreciate it.
@@JamesLeithart it’s nothing, just a very small token of appreciation
it means a whole lot to me, though. it validates what i’m doing.
nice..
Hi James what is the minimum price of apartment in Albania.
Me and my family interested to live in Albania.
Please reply.
I am waiting your reply
😀👏👏
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very nice video, but Albania, the most beautiful country in the region and wider, suffers from massive depopulation. In Tirana only 50% of residents remain, including newcomers & students
I predict in 10 years time if we have a responsible government 10% of them will have returned. Guri i rend në vëndin e vet
Very difficult, Depopulation and population with people from the Philippines and Africa, the construction of refugee camps, Albania resembles Gaza,
Mire ke i fol te dy ,por me ato bij kurvash sbohet,shqiperia ka nevoj per politik te re djem e vajza te reja qe e duan memedheun,ku ka mo bukur se vendi jone,klima ushqimi mikpritja ajo energjia pozitive,se kam gjet askund,kam qen itali greqi angli france belgjike,Zoti e ka beku ate vend ,insha Allah nje dit shqiptart kudo jan kthehen ne memedhe,e ne rinia do ta bojme ate vend
Albmania is real
What is the minimum price of apartment in Albania.
i don't know. depends on the city and the apartment.
I have to give USA 20 more years and go back to Kosovo. I miss my place where I was born and grew up.
hello bro how are you? i have several questions to you. if i come in albania with visit visa and then would i able to buy property there ? and if i buy a property will i get residence permit ? i have spent 32 years in my country now rest of my life i want to live in this peaceful place. and if i buy property will they allow me to bring my wife and son? can i mail you ? i really need to know.
these are not questions i can answer, unfortunately. i would contact a lawyer that either practices in, or knows the laws of, albania
You belong in Albania
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Welcome back