TIRANA, Nov 14 /ATA/ – Albania is showcasing its tourism potential at the PHILOXENIA 2026 International Tourism Fair in Thessaloniki, Greece, from Nov. 13 to 15, seeking to expand its reach in international markets and strengthen tourism ties with neighbouring countries.
As part of the event, Jola Hysaj, director-general of the National Tourism Agency (NTA), welcomed Angeliki Varela, president of the Greek National Tourism Organisation, at Albania’s exhibition stand.
The meeting was also attended by Erida Dobrushi, Albania’s consul-general in Thessaloniki, and Petrika Tollkuci, chairman of the Korçë Regional Council.
Discussions focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation in tourism, jointly promoting destinations and increasing tourist exchanges between Albania and Greece.
Albania’s participation in PHILOXENIA 2026 provides an opportunity to showcase the country’s tourism offering, establish new contacts with tour operators and industry professionals, and develop partnerships across the sector.
Held at the TIF-HELEXPO International Exhibition Centre in Thessaloniki, PHILOXENIA is one of the region’s major tourism industry events.
The 41st edition of the fair runs from Nov. 13 to 15, bringing together exhibitors and tourism professionals from various countries.
For Albania, the event offers a platform to promote the diversity of its destinations, cultural heritage, year-round tourism offering and opportunities for cooperation with international partners.
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