Albania

From the snowy Alps to Tirana’s Christmas markets, Albania in winter offers calm beauty, warm hospitality, and unbeatable prices

Sundor Airlines, a subsidiary of the El Al Group, inaugurated its new direct route from Tel Aviv to Tirana, the capital of Albania, with a ceremonial flight yesterday. Albanian Prime Minister Edi Rama welcomed the inaugural passengers with a festive dinner at the presidential palace

With ITB Berlin approaching, the host country plans a festive opening, while SWISS prepares a luxurious and immersive ground experience for visitors

Albanian Prime Minister responds to reports that his country will accept Gazans wanting to leave their home: "Haven't heard such fake news in a long time, I have respect for Gazans dehumanized by Hamas." Also: The unequivocal message of support for Israel

At HOTCO 2025 in Vienna, European tourism shows strong recovery, with occupancy and ADR nearing pre-pandemic levels, while Albania shines as a success story despite rising costs and challenges

The important and leading conference focuses on hot spots for hotel development in Central and Eastern Europe and beyond. Among the important trends presented: Albania as a tourist destination with the launch of direct flights to Tel Aviv and a significant increase in tourism to Austria

The Israeli airline will operate starting 3 weekly flights to Albania, where tourists can go on a sunbathing holiday, enjoy a vibrant urban experience, or hike in the mountains: "The locals in Albania love Israel and support Israeli tourism."