Marinela Gogo

Tirana

Spotter since 2017

About me

About me
Hey it's me: an extroverted introvert, a "popular loner" that loves everyday life but can't handle routine. I enjoy the tasty part of life, the drunk one-eye-opened mornings, making new friends while giving priority to the old and gold ones, capturing the moments, finding places I've never been to before and trying things I've never tried.

I have a job and I spend most of the day at work: I volunteer and contribute to some open source projects, but I'm always in time to have a lot of fun.

In a few words I'm a very modest extraordinary Sagittarius.

P.S. I'm funny usually but you got me in a philosophical mood today. ;)

Why Tirana?
…born in Gjirokastra – the city of rocks, raised in Saranda – the seaside paradise and fell in love with Tirana – the city of 'I don't know why I like it, but I do love it'.

I guess this is the meaning of unconditional love: having everything that others would kill for, but wanting what you want.

I moved to Tirana 2012 and even though I miss my hometown so much only some hot summer weeks are able to convince me to go back there. The messy lifestyle of Tirana and the challenges, the people, the idea of how this place is and how it can become: that's what is keeping me here.

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My spots (16)

Iliria'98

Money exchange

"Iliria'98" in Tirana is the currency exchange office I head to before going abroad. It's the cheapest in the city, so I recommend you use it, too.

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Shopping

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Marinela

Gogo

Feb 9, 2025

Oda

A toast to traditions

"Oda" in Tirana is a typical 'museum restaurant' -- the whole decoration has a lot to say about Albanian customs and traditions. Suitable for vegetarians!

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Restaurants

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Marinela

Gogo

Feb 9, 2025

Chakra Jone

Our chakra

"Chakra Jone" is the only Indian restaurant in Tirana. The chefs can cook up a variety of over 130 dishes, so that's a huge issue for my indecisive soul!

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Restaurants

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Marinela

Gogo

Feb 9, 2025

National Sport Park Resort

If Sunday had a name

The "National Sport Park Resort" in Tirana creates the perfect environment for me to be inner peace. In summer there's also a pool I really like.

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Coffee & tea
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Relaxing

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Marinela

Gogo

Feb 9, 2025

The stairs of the Museum

Night at the museum

"The stairs of the Museum" in Tirana is one of my favorite places to party in the city. Just get some beer and friends and learn about history my way!

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Art & culture
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Music
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Relaxing

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Marinela

Gogo

Feb 9, 2025

Toptani Shopping Center

When in doubt

"Toptani Shopping Center" in Tirana is where I go with my best friend when we are in doubt and don't know where to hang out. I like the view from the top.

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Art & culture
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Shopping

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Marinela

Gogo

Feb 9, 2025

Millenium Cinema

I like to movie movie

"Millenium Cinema" in Tirana is not only great for watching my new favorite premieres: I also like their beautiful garden outside...

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Cinema

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Marinela

Gogo

Feb 9, 2025

Thurje 17

#smoothieMe

"Thurje 17" in Tirana, with its instagrammable smoothies and milkshakes, makes me feel like I've broken from reality and am in a beautiful fairytale...

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Coffee & tea

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Marinela

Gogo

Feb 9, 2025
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