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Post Report of the Day

Tirana, Albania

Would someone with physical disabilities have difficulties living in this city?

Tirana would be a very difficult city to live in with physical disabilities. Sidewalks are non-existent in many parts of the city. Many buildings are not reasonably accessible. There is a burgeoning disability awareness, but...

What is the availability and cost of household help, and what types of help are typically employed by expatriates?

Readily available and not too expensive. Going rates are around $4.00 an hour. Many of the nannies (particularly the younger ones) speak very good English.