Dealers
The location of a reputable dealer is very important, as you don’t want to travel too far to get an inflatable boat.  Whether you need parts, repairs, or just technical support – a close dealer can also be a close friend.  As a new boat owner, you may also have questions, need to claim your warranty, or just need regular servicing.  No matter how
you look at it, a close dealer is always better than having to travel.

Prices
Many years ago, inflatable boats were the most expensive types of boats and only a small amount of people could even afford them.  The reason for this, was the use of exotic materials and the numerous hours of hand labor that went into their construction.

Today, there are machines that do a majority of the construction work.  Zodiac and its sister company Sevylor, are the leading low cost producers today thanks to technology.  You can even finance
an inflatable boat if you need to, making them available to almost everyone now.

Warranty
You may have heard claims from all competitors, with each one promising they have the best or even the longest warranty.  A few years ago, a company offered a lifetime warranty – although they soon disappeared shortly thereafter.  Many manufacturers will use an attractive warranty to substitute for quality or even proper boat design.

In the back of your mind, you should be sure that the company you buy from will be around long enough to deliver on their warranty.  Zodiac has been building inflatable boats for over 50 years, and offer a limited 5 year warranty on their inflatable boats.  Therefore, Zodiak is one of the best you can buy today.

With all inflatable boats, you should know which type you want before you purchase.  You can always look around and see what each dealer offer, then plan your purchase accordingly.  An inflatable boat is great to have, especially for those who own big ships and vessels.  You can’t go wrong with these boats either – as they serve many different useful purposes.

If you plan to use your fishing boat for ocean cruising and overnight stays, it would be ideal to buy one that has a hull.  This design is meant for rough waters, riding the waves, and providing more comfort for anglers while they fish.

When you buy a fishing boat, you should know if it includes a warranty.  If it does, you should really study the warranty as not all are the same.  Buying your boat from a dealer is always a smarter decision, as dealers will provide repair services is the boat is found to be defective.

It’s also important when buying a fishing boat to note if the boat is certified by the NMMA.  This agency will guarantee that the certification they give to every boat passes the agency’s standards
of excellence.

When it comes down to it, you should do more than just look around when it comes to a fishing boat. You should learn how to look for the best details to ensure that your boat is worth the money.  If you take the time to look around, you’ll find a boat that you can truly be proud of.

If you are new to boating, you should take a safety course first.  There is a lot to know about boats.  Being out on the water is a lot of fun, although there are things you should know and things you should always be aware of.

After buying your boat, you should register it and re-title the boat and trailer if you need to.  Pay your sales tax and apply any up to date registration stickers if you need to.  Also, make sure you buy the proper insurance for your boat, as it will protect you while you are on the water.

When you make your first trip on the water, you should do so with an experienced boater.  You can have them show you turning in tight spaces, even trailering and docking.  Practice docking in different currents and take the helm with the boater there to help you.  Get comfortable at the helm enough to where you’ll feel comfortable taking
others out for a ride.

The world of boating can be very fun, offering you many things to do and a lot to see.  Boating offers plenty of freedom as well, especially for those who are completely new to boating.  Your first boat purchase is very important, as it opens up new doors in life. Your family will enjoy boating, all you have to do is give it a chance!

Culture

The culture of Albania is majorly influenced by that of the mainland Greeks especially in the urban locality; nodding one’s head means ‘no’ where as shaking the head means ‘yes’. To greet someone, handshaking is preferred, though Shoku (Comrade) was used before, which has been long forgotten now. People dress informally here. Swim suits are meant for the beaches, otherwise women are expected not to dress in a revealing outfit. When addressing someone prefix Zoti(Mr) or Zonja(Mrs) before the name and always remember to carry some gifts when visiting someone, although flowers aren’t much acceptable. The guests are served with coffee, raki or sweets. Smokers don’t have to worry much, but they should avoid it where they see a sign of Ndalohet Duhani or Ndalohet pirja e duhanit.

Travelling within the country

Buses with relatively cheap fares operate in the main cities of the country or taxis are another choice which provided service for some main hotels.
Visit Dajti Mountain and experience Dajti Ekspres Cable car for an unforgettable 15 minute ride passing through Dajt Oark to reach Tirana. The route is about 4.2 km long and the ride costs €6.5.Alpha Yachting provides crewed yacht which is a luxury in itself. Tirana Bank is the best place for withdrawing money as it allows access to Visa cards.

Eating Out

Restaurants are not always sufficiently heated, so always wear warm clothes if out in the night during winters. Foreigners are charged more than the locals. Both the entry fees as well as any merchandise will be on a higher scale, so it’s better not to reveal the fact that you are a foreigner when out on the streets.

Site Seeing

If you enjoy canoeing, this is the right place to be. There are places right outside Tirana which is an amazing site for not just canoeing, but also rock climbing, hiking, and camping.

Accommodation

If you want a 5-Star ambience, try The Sheraton Tirana Hotel and Towers, which is situated in the middle of a shopping and entertainment center. There are about 151 rooms and 56 suites. So, along with the comfort, one can shop at once convenience here. Another hotel which provides all modern facilities is Hotel Mondial. It is located 1000 m away from the city and is also a good example of traditional architecture.

Getting There

One of the best and the easiest means is to go by air. Albanian Airlines is the national airline which works in collaboration with Tyrolean Airways, and provides service to almost all the big European cities. The airport, Mother Teresa, is 16 miles or 26 km away from the capital. A tourist bus is available every 3 hrs to get to the city center and takes about 30 minutes to get there. Taxis are available round the clock. While waiting for any transport service, tourists can check out the duty free shops, bank, eateries and car hire at the airport. A departure tax of $10 USD is imposed on all foreign nationals. Check out www.flyalbanian .com for flight times and offers.

If trying to get there by sea, try the ferry services which are provided by Adriatic Line and Agoudimos. The main ports are Durres (has ferry connection to Italy, Bari, Brindisi, Trieste, and Ancona), Vlora (has ferry connection to Bari, and Brindisi), Saranda (has connection to Corfu), Shen Gjini (has ferry connection to Bari). Check out www.adriatica.it and www.aqoudimos-lines.com for more information.

Bus is another option. Buses start from Istanbul, Athens and Sofia. Internal passengers have lots of options with bus services provided. If traveling by road in a private car, there is road network to the Kosovo region, but they are too dangerous to use because of the political tensions within the region. Crossings at Hani I Hotit, Bllata, Oafa e Thaes, Tushemisht, Gorica, Kapshtica, and kakavija can be taken. If tired one can take halts at hotels or other designated areas. There is a network of 18,000 km, out of which only 7450 km are main roads, for local travelers. About 2138km stretch of these roads is in poor condition and has pot holes, and utmost safety precautions should be taken when driving on such roads. Speed limit should be strictly followed on highways as well as within towns. Driving at night should be better avoided because of the absence of street lights on the road except for urban areas. Traffic should drive on the right-hand. There is a shortage of gas stations in the countryside, so filling the gas tank completely when passing through urban area is recommended and since there is lack of national recovery system; travelers should be prepared for an emergency or breakdown before hand. One should carry necessary documents like International Driving Permit and national driving license.

Duty Free Items

Following are the items that can be carried without customs duty being levied on them:
1. 1liter of spirits or 2liter of wine
2. 250ml of eau de toilette
3. 200 cigarettes or 50 cigars or 250g of tobacco
4. 50ml of perfume.

Prohibited Items

Things that are prohibited to carry are firearms, narcotics and ammunitions. Special export permission should be taken for precious metals, books, antiques, work of art, or material of national or historic value.