Albania Tourism
Le Figaro names Albania among top five cultural destinations worldwide
French daily Le Figaro this week recommended to its readers that they visit Albania as one of the world’s five best cultural travel destinations. The Mediterranean newcomer sits alongside Maryland...
Tourism in Albania up 5% in first half of 2025
Official data show some 4,761,648 foreign visitors entered Albania from January to June—a 5% increase over 4,547,896 in the same period of 2024. Prime Minister Edi Rama shared the figures...
Llogara Tunnel opens for summer travel
The Llogara Tunnel is now open to vehicle traffic, easing the route to Albania’s southern coast. Why is this important: Stretching 6 km in length, the tunnel significantly shortens travel...
Durrës Archaeological Museum still closed, 18 months past restoration deadline
After two and a half years of delays, the restoration of the Durrës Archaeological Museum — one of Albania’s most important cultural institutions — remains incomplete. Once expected to reopen...
Tourism in Albania grows 21.9% in March, expanding beyond summer season
Tourism in Albania continues to grow steadily even outside the traditional summer peak. INSTAT data shows that in March 2025, the number of visitors in accommodation facilities rose by 21.9%...
February sees 30% jump in hotel visitors, with strong growth in foreign tourism
Albania recorded a notable increase in both the number of hotel visitors and overnight stays in February 2025, compared to the same month a year earlier, according to the country’s...
Albania launches “Invest in Your Land” campaign to boost rural development
The Albanian government has launched a campaign to promote its “Invest in Your Land” initiative, part of the recently approved Mountains Package. The program aims to support 500 beneficiaries who...
Albania launches second edition of “Wanderlust in Albania” International Photography Contest
Albania has officially launched the second edition of the “Wanderlust in Albania” International Photography and Video Reels Contest, an initiative aimed at promoting the country’s natural and cultural beauty through...
British media highlights Albania as a top travel destination for UK tourists
The British daily Express has published an article showcasing Albania as a rapidly emerging destination for British travelers. According to the article, Albania is becoming an attractive alternative to traditional...
Tourism growth boosts business and employment in Albania, INSTAT reports
The expansion of Albania’s tourism sector has directly contributed to economic growth, leading to an increase in businesses and employment. According to a new report by the Albanian Institute of...