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Llogara Tunnel opens for summer travel

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...
May 26, 2025 -
News in short
Lezhë launches 2025 tourist season with festive event in Shëngjin

Lezhë launches 2025 tourist season with festive event in Shëngjin

The municipality of Lezhë officially kicked off the 2025 tourist season with a vibrant cultural and promotional event held in the coastal town of Shëngjin. Why is this important: The...
May 26, 2025 -
News in short
Tourism in Albania grows 21.9% in March, expanding beyond summer season

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%...
May 21, 2025 -
Economy
British daily Metro spotlights Tirana as a vibrant, affordable European getaway

British daily Metro spotlights Tirana as a vibrant, affordable European getaway

The UK-based newspaper Metro has featured Tirana in a new travel piece, praising the Albanian capital for its mix of history, color, and urban ambition. The article, written after a...
April 20, 2025 -
Cities & Trails
Tirana’s Mosaic restored: blending ancient history with innovation

Tirana’s Mosaic restored: blending ancient history with innovation

Tirana’s Mosaic, one of Albania’s most important archaeological treasures, has been fully restored and transformed into a major tourist attraction and educational center for the capital. This unique site, which...
April 2, 2025 -
Art & culture
Albania aims to host Formula 1 race in 2030 with completion of Elbasan Automotor Park

Albania aims to host Formula 1 race in 2030 with completion of Elbasan Automotor Park

Prime Minister Edi Rama has announced the completion of the final project design for the Elbasan Automotor Park, developed in collaboration with a team appointed by Formula 1’s executive director,...
March 28, 2025 -
Cities & Trails

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