Vlorë Local Partner Programme

Your business. Their unforgettable experience.

We bring European companies to the Albanian Riviera.
We need the best of Vlorë to make it extraordinary.

Join the network
Our commitment to Vlorë

We grow together, or not at all.

House of Ionara doesn't import experiences from abroad and deliver them here. We build retreats from the ground up with what Vlorë already has — its food, its people, its landscapes, its spirit.

Every retreat is a moment where a Western company discovers Albania through your hands. We're not your client. We're your co-author.

The bay and city of Vlorë from above
The bay of Vlorë
3Retreat tiers, each anchored in local supply
12+European markets we actively reach
0Imported vendors — we source here first
Repeat business for partners who deliver
How the partnership works

Simple by design. Built for real businesses.

I.

You apply

Tell us what you do, your capacity, and what makes you stand out. No complex paperwork — we want to understand your business, not audit it.

II.

We meet

If your profile fits a need in our retreats, we set up a conversation. We'll be direct about expectations on both sides before any commitment is made.

III.

You're in the network

As retreats are confirmed, we contact our active partners first. You deliver. We pay promptly, promote you, and grow the relationship.

Who we're looking for

Every retreat needs a village.

We're building a curated network of Vlorë's finest. If you take pride in what you do, there's a place for you here.

Restaurants & Caterers

Private dinners, group lunches, branded menus for corporate groups of 8–40.

Transport & Drivers

Airport transfers, excursion logistics, reliable multi-day availability.

Experience Providers

Guides, boat rentals, outdoor activities, cultural workshops, local storytellers.

Photographers & Creators

Event documentation, portrait sessions, content creation for the groups we host.

Wellness & Wellbeing

Massage, yoga, sound sessions, breathwork — anything that helps people reset.

Venues & Spaces

Villas, terraces, garden spaces, rooftop settings suitable for private group events.

Artisans & Producers

Local wine, raki, olive oil, food crafts — products that tell the story of this place.

Artists & Performers

Music, dance, spoken word — curated cultural moments built into the retreat programme.

"We work with Vlorë's best people year-round, not just during tourist season."
Soufiane El Ouaar — Founder, House of Ionara
Partner application

Tell us about your business.

We review every application personally. If we see a fit, we'll reach out within one week. No automated responses, no waiting months — this is a conversation between people.

Thank you! Your application has been received. We'll be in touch within one week.