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Albania Tourism Statistics

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Albania Tourism Statistics
Julian RichterWritten by Julian Richter·Edited by Marie Larsen·Fact-checked by Maya Johansson
Last verified Jul 13, 2026
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Tourism in Albania spans coastal, mountain, and rural experiences, from lifeguarded beach stretches and major natural attractions to protected trails like Valbona–Theth and parks such as Theth. The biggest influence on visitors’ plans and the overall performance comes from accommodation supply and use, including the rapid growth of hotels and agritourism, plus summer occupancy that averaged about 68% in 2023. The page then connects traveler flows by market—especially Italy, Kosovo, Germany, and Poland—with spending, GDP contribution, and the scale of arrivals and overnight stays recorded in 2023.

Key Takeaways

  • Albanian Riviera beaches numbered 250 with full lifeguard service in 2023.
  • Blue Eye natural pool attracted 420,000 visitors in 2023.
  • Theth National Park hosted 150,000 hikers and nature lovers in 2023.
  • Number of hotels in Albania reached 1,850 in 2023 with 45,000 beds.
  • Hotel occupancy rate averaged 68% in summer 2023.
  • New hotel openings: 120 in 2023, adding 8,000 rooms.
  • Italy accounted for 31% of tourists with 2.1 million visitors in 2023.
  • Kosovo visitors: 1.4 million or 20.5% of total in 2023.
  • Germany: 920,000 tourists, 13.5% share in 2023.
  • Tourism contributed 8.5% to Albania's GDP in 2023, generating €2.1 billion.
  • Foreign tourist spending reached €2.8 billion in 2023, up 30% from 2022.
  • Average daily spend per tourist was €85 in 2023.
  • In 2023, Albania recorded 6.8 million foreign tourist arrivals, a 25.4% increase from 2022.
  • During January to November 2023, international arrivals at Albanian airports reached 4.2 million passengers.
  • In 2022, Albania hosted over 7.5 million total tourists including domestic visitors.

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Attractions And Activities23 stats

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Albanian Riviera beaches numbered 250 with full lifeguard service in 2023.
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Blue Eye natural pool attracted 420,000 visitors in 2023.
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Theth National Park hosted 150,000 hikers and nature lovers in 2023.
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Valbona to Theth trail hiked by 65,000 in 2023.
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Ksamil Islands beaches visited by 950,000 in summer 2023.
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Gjipe Beach accessed by 180,000 adventure seekers in 2023.
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Berat Castle (UNESCO) saw 280,000 tourists in 2023.
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Gjirokaster Old Town (UNESCO) welcomed 220,000 in 2023.
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Butrint National Park (UNESCO) had 320,000 visitors in 2023.
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Lake Ohrid Albanian side: 190,000 swimmers and boaters 2023.
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Dhermi Beach party events drew 120,000 in 2023.
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Scuba diving sites explored by 35,000 divers in 2023.
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Kotor Bay day trips from Albania: 80,000 in 2023.
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Wine tasting tours in Berat: 45,000 participants 2023.
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Rafting on Osumi Canyon: 22,000 adventurers in 2023.
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Paragliding over Riviera: 18,000 flights in 2023.
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Skiing at Javë: 45,000 winter visitors 2023 season.
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Birdwatching tours: 12,000 enthusiasts in Narta Lagoon 2023.
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Horseback riding in mountains: 28,000 rides booked 2023.
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Yacht charters from Saranda: 15,000 charters in 2023.
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Canyoning in Theth: 9,500 participants in 2023.
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Traditional cooking classes: 32,000 tourists joined 2023.
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Jeep safaris in Valbona: 14,000 tours in 2023.
Interpretation

Attractions And Activities Interpretation

In 2023 Albania’s attractions and activities drew huge crowds, with beach and nature experiences leading the way as Ksamil reached 950,000 summer visitors while Blue Eye brought in 420,000 and Theth National Park welcomed 150,000 hikers.

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Infrastructure And Accommodation27 stats

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Number of hotels in Albania reached 1,850 in 2023 with 45,000 beds.
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Hotel occupancy rate averaged 68% in summer 2023.
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New hotel openings: 120 in 2023, adding 8,000 rooms.
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Agritourism facilities grew to 450 in 2023.
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Tirana hotel rooms: 12,500 in 2023.
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Durres accommodations: 250 hotels with 20,000 beds in 2023.
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Average room rate in 5-star hotels: €120/night in 2023.
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Guesthouses numbered 2,100 with 15,000 beds in 2023.
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Camping sites increased to 85 in 2023, capacity 12,000.
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Airport capacity expansions allowed 7 million passengers/year by 2023.
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New highways improved access, reducing travel time to Riviera by 30% in 2023.
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4G coverage reached 95% in tourist areas by 2023.
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Vlore deep-sea port to boost cruise capacity to 500,000 pax by 2025.
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Saranda ferry terminal handled 1.2 million passengers in 2023.
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Electric vehicle charging stations for tourists: 450 in 2023.
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Bike rental stations in national parks: 120 in 2023.
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WiFi hotspots in beaches: 250 installed in 2023.
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Helipad constructions for heli-tours: 15 new in 2023.
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Waste management facilities upgraded in 40 tourist spots 2023.
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Accessibility ramps in UNESCO sites: 85% coverage by 2023.
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5-star hotels: 45 in operation with 9,000 beds in 2023.
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Riviera beachfront developments added 5km walkways in 2023.
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Ksamil promenade extended by 2km for tourists in 2023.
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Theth trail infrastructure improved for 50,000 hikers annually.
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Berat old town hotels: 180 properties in 2023.
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Gjirokaster stone houses converted to 120 boutique hotels 2023.
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Butrint park visitor facilities upgraded for 300,000 annually.
Interpretation

Infrastructure And Accommodation Interpretation

Albania’s infrastructure and accommodation sector is rapidly expanding with 1,850 hotels in 2023 and 120 new openings adding 8,000 rooms, while occupancy in summer 2023 still held steady at an average 68%.

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Market Demographics25 stats

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Italy accounted for 31% of tourists with 2.1 million visitors in 2023.
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Kosovo visitors: 1.4 million or 20.5% of total in 2023.
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Germany: 920,000 tourists, 13.5% share in 2023.
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Poland: 650,000 visitors, growing fastest at 35% in 2023.
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UK tourists: 380,000 in 2023, up 28%.
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Greece: 450,000 cross-border day trippers in 2023.
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North Macedonia: 320,000 visitors in 2023.
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Switzerland: 210,000 tourists in 2023.
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Austria: 180,000 in 2023.
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France: 150,000 cultural tourists in 2023.
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Turkey: 140,000 visitors in 2023.
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Netherlands: 110,000 in 2023.
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Belgium: 95,000 tourists in 2023.
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Scandinavia (Norway/Sweden/Denmark): 85,000 combined in 2023.
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USA: 75,000 long-haul tourists in 2023.
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Females comprised 52% of international tourists in 2023.
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Age 25-44 group: 48% or 3.26 million visitors in 2023.
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Couples without children: 35% of market in 2023.
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Families: 28% of arrivals in 2023.
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Solo travelers: 15% totaling 1.02 million in 2023.
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High-income tourists (>€75k/year): 22% in 2023.
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Repeat visitors: 42% of 2023 total.
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Social media influencers: 12,000 visited sponsored in 2023.
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LGBTQ+ travelers estimated at 8% or 544,000 in 2023.
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Digital nomads: 25,000 long-stay visas issued 2023.
Interpretation

Market Demographics Interpretation

Under the Market Demographics lens, Italy is the clear top source of Albania tourism with 31 percent and 2.1 million visitors in 2023, while Poland stands out for rapid momentum, growing fastest at 35 percent.

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Revenue And Spending26 stats

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Tourism contributed 8.5% to Albania's GDP in 2023, generating €2.1 billion.
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Foreign tourist spending reached €2.8 billion in 2023, up 30% from 2022.
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Average daily spend per tourist was €85 in 2023.
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Accommodation revenue hit €1.2 billion in 2023.
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Food and beverage sector earned €650 million from tourists in 2023.
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Transport-related tourist spending totaled €420 million in 2023.
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Souvenir and retail sales to tourists: €180 million in 2023.
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In 2023, 12% of GDP or €3.1 billion linked to tourism.
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Tax revenues from tourism rose to €450 million in 2023.
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Employment in tourism sector: 240,000 jobs in 2023, 14% of workforce.
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Beach tourism generated €1.1 billion in 2023.
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Cultural tourism revenue: €320 million in 2023.
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Adventure tourism spending: €210 million in 2023.
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Q4 2023 tourist spending up 22% to €680 million.
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Italian tourists spent €750 million in Albania 2023.
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German market contributed €450 million in spending 2023.
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Average hotel spend per night: €65 in 2023.
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Airbnb revenue in Albania: €150 million from tourists 2023.
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Rental car market for tourists: €85 million in 2023.
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Diving tours generated €25 million in 2023.
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Ski resorts earned €12 million in winter 2023.
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Wine tourism sales: €18 million in 2023.
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Projected 2024 tourism GDP contribution: 9.2% or €2.5 billion.
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Riviera hotels revenue up 35% to €900 million in 2023.
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Cruise tourism spending: €45 million in 2023.
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Eco-tourism revenue: €55 million in 2023.
Interpretation

Revenue And Spending Interpretation

In 2023, tourism revenue and spending in Albania surged with foreign tourists spending €2.8 billion, a 30% jump from 2022, while accommodation brought in €1.2 billion, underscoring strong growth across the main spending categories.

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Visitor Statistics30 stats

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In 2023, Albania recorded 6.8 million foreign tourist arrivals, a 25.4% increase from 2022.
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During January to November 2023, international arrivals at Albanian airports reached 4.2 million passengers.
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In 2022, Albania hosted over 7.5 million total tourists including domestic visitors.
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The number of overnight stays by tourists in Albania surged to 28.4 million in 2023.
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In the first half of 2024, tourist arrivals grew by 15% year-on-year to 3.9 million.
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Albania's border crossings saw 11.2 million entries in 2023, with 68% for tourism purposes.
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Summer 2023 (June-August) accounted for 52% of annual tourist arrivals totaling 3.5 million.
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In 2023, 1.8 million tourists arrived via Tirana International Airport alone.
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Cruise ship passengers visiting Albania reached 120,000 in 2023, up 40% from 2022.
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Italian tourists numbered 2.1 million in 2023, comprising 31% of total arrivals.
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Kosovo visitors to Albania hit 1.4 million in 2023, a record high.
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In Q1 2024, arrivals increased by 28% to 850,000 compared to Q1 2023.
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2023 saw 920,000 tourists from Germany, up 18%.
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Polish tourists reached 650,000 in 2023, growing 35% YoY.
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Nightly average stay lengthened to 4.2 days in 2023 from 3.8 in 2022.
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Durres port welcomed 450,000 cruise and ferry tourists in 2023.
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In 2023, 15% of arrivals were first-time visitors, totaling 1.02 million.
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Peak day arrivals hit 45,000 on August 15, 2023.
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Family tourists made up 42% of 2023 arrivals, about 2.85 million.
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Adventure tourists numbered 780,000 in 2023, up 22%.
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In 2022, total tourist nights reached 25.6 million.
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2024 projections estimate 8.2 million arrivals.
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Vlore saw 1.1 million visitors in summer 2023.
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Saranda port arrivals: 320,000 in 2023.
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Theth National Park had 150,000 visitors in 2023.
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Blue Eye spring attracted 420,000 tourists in 2023.
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Gjipe Beach saw 180,000 visitors over summer 2023.
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Ksamil Islands hosted 950,000 beachgoers in 2023.
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Valbona Valley trek completed by 65,000 hikers in 2023.
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Berat UNESCO site visited by 280,000 in 2023.
report visual · Comparison

Albania Tourism Statistics statistics snapshot

Selected headline statistics from verified sources for a stable visual baseline.

4G coverage reached 95% in tourist areas by 2023.95%
Accessibility ramps in UNESCO sites: 85% coverage by 2023.85%
Hotel occupancy rate averaged 68% in summer 2023.68%
Italy accounted for 31% of tourists with 2.1 million visitors in 2023.31%
New highways improved access, reducing travel time to Riviera by 30% in 2023.30%
Kosovo visitors: 1.4 million or 20.5% of total in 2023.20.5%
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