TIRANA, November 17 – Albania welcomed 11,137,328 foreign visitors from January to October 2025, 7% more than the same period in 2024. Tourism, Culture, and Sports Minister Blendi Gonxhja shared the data on social media.

He said, “In October 2025 alone, 908,642 visitors arrived. This pace shows the transformation into year-round tourism, moving beyond the seasonal model and establishing Albania as a sustainable and attractive destination in every season.”

Albania offers diverse beaches from north to south, including Velipoja, Shëngjin, Durrës, Vlora, Himara, and Saranda, attracting both domestic and foreign tourists.

Historic and cultural destinations, such as Gjirokastër, Berat, Butrint, Kruja, Tirana, and Shkodër, draw visitors year-round.

The country’s varied terrain supports tourism across seasons. Northern villages report increasing tourist numbers, and adventure tourism infrastructure is growing.

Albania also features rivers, lagoons, and national parks, attracting visitors worldwide with natural beauty.

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