TIRANA, October 19 /ATA/ – Minister of Tourism, Culture, and Sports Blendi Gonxhja attended the Balkan Blue Economy Summit—held alongside the Balkans Sea Fair at Marina Orikum—discussed the potential of maritime tourism and the economic opportunities created by marinas and the yachting sector in Albania.

“With tourism revenue more than doubling over the past three years and off-season stays surging by 78%, our goal is to leverage this momentum to drive investments, elevate service quality, and create jobs for coastal communities,” stated Minister Gonxhja.

According to the minister, an increase in the number of yachts docking in Albania—utilizing local supply and maintenance services—will generate greater revenue for local businesses and provide opportunities for Albanian families throughout the year.

The Balkans Sea Fair spanned three days, bringing together yachting, adventure, business and entertainment along the Vlora coastline. The event aimed to foster opportunities for exchange and collaboration within the maritime tourism sector, while highlighting the potential offered by the Albanian coast beyond the traditional summer months. /j.p/p.s./