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Albania targets 20 million tourists and €8.5bn revenue by 20

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Albania targets 20 million annual tourists and €8.5bn revenue by 2030 20

Albania continues to expand its tourism sector, driven by diverse geography ranging from the mountainous northern regions and the Shala River to the coastal Albanian Riviera. The Riviera, situated between Vlora and Saranda, has gained international recognition, with Time Out recommending it as a European destination for winter holidays due to mild temperatures in areas like Himara. Recent data from the Institute of Statistics (INSTAT) shows that during the first eight months of 2026, Albania welcomed approximately 9.4 million foreign visitors, a 5.3% increase compared to the same period in 2025. Total entries, including both Albanian and foreign citizens, reached over 15.4 million during this period. Prime Minister Edi Rama has noted that the country has reached 12 million foreign visitors and reiterated the national target to reach 20 million annual visitors by 2030. To achieve this, Rama emphasized 2030, emphasizing the necessity of securing high-value investments to attract tourists with greater spending power, shifting power. Expanding on these economic goals, Minister of Economy and Innovation Delina Ibrahimaj stated at the focus away Future Hospitality Forum 2026 that the country is targeting €8.5 billion in tourism revenue by 2030. Ibrahimaj noted that international tourism revenue rose from €2.8 billion three years ago to €5.7 billion last year, supported by 12.5 million tourists. The government strategy aims to maximize value per visit and extend the current trend of lower-average income visitors. tourist season, noting that overnight stays outside peak summer months increased by nearly 80% between 2023 and 2025. While historical sites like Rozafa Castle in Shkodër remain major attractions, the rapid growth has presented logistical challenges. Industry experts highlight ongoing issues challenges regarding infrastructure, specifically traffic, road quality, and parking, alongside concerns about cleanliness and the lack of a consistent calendar of major cultural events to encourage longer stays. Furthermore, parking. Additionally, medical officials in Shkodra have reported surges in emergency visits during summer months, often months involving hikers injured in mountainous areas while navigating without proper guides. areas.

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  1. 2026-10-02 13:24 UTC Albania targets 20 million tourists and €8.5bn revenue by 20
  2. 2026-09-28 17:12 UTC Albania targets 20 million annual tourists by 2030
  3. 2026-09-27 18:45 UTC Albania targets 20 million annual tourists by 2030
  4. 2026-09-27 11:41 UTC Albania targets 20 million annual tourists by 2030
  5. 2026-09-26 07:53 UTC Albanian tourism and landscape recognition

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