The latest episode of the podcast “Flasim” highlights Albanian success stories in medical tourism, sustainable construction, and tourism entrepreneurship. The program focuses on how these sectors support economic growth and expand Albania’s international profile.
Edi Rama hosts the episode and presents guests who share their experiences and business developments. He opens the discussion and frames tourism and innovation as key drivers of the economy.
First, Merita Osmani discusses the rise of medical tourism in Albania. She explains that Albania attracts increasing interest from international patients. As a result, she says the country can position itself as a regional healthcare destination.
Furthermore, she emphasizes that medical tourism can extend the tourism season beyond summer. In addition, she argues that combining healthcare services with traditional tourism creates year-round economic activity. She also calls for a national strategy to promote the sector internationally.
Next, Riges Beqiri shares the development of “Smart Tour Albania.” He explains that he builds the company from a small initiative in 2018 into a large tourism operator. Today, the company serves more than 55,000 foreign tourists in 2025, and it aims to reach 70,000 visitors this year.
Moreover, he describes how the company organizes daily excursions throughout the year. It operates tours from Tirana, Durrës, and Shkodër toward destinations such as Kruja, Berat, the Shala River, and Ksamil. In addition, he highlights strong online reviews and international recognition for the company.
Finally, a Kosovo-born investor known as Behxheti presents the “Nomad Living” concept through BVG Housing. He lives and invests in Vlora and develops a sustainable construction model based on modular wooden structures. He designs buildings with energy independence and low environmental impact.
In addition, he proposes a project in Palasë that applies eco-friendly villas and autonomous energy systems. As a result, he introduces a new model for sustainable tourism development in Albania.
Overall, the episode shows how innovation and entrepreneurship strengthen Albania’s tourism sector. At the same time, it demonstrates how new business models extend tourism activity beyond the traditional season and support long-term economic growth.
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