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Flag champions
SPAIN has, once again, been recognised as the destination with the most Blue Flagaccredited beaches internationally.
Blue Flag, an international certification awarded by the Foundation for Environmental Education, recognises beaches, marinas and boats that are following the FEE’s sustainability guidelines.
Meeting and upholding a set of rigorous standards pertaining to the environment, education, safety, and inclusivity are prerequisites to attaining the Blue Flag status.
For over 35 years, Blue Flag has been the benchmark for sustainable beach and marine tourism, and the organisation is a key contributor towards the UN’S 17 Sustainable Development Goals.
Being certified as a Blue Flag beach highlights an area or team’s commitment to meeting sustainability credentials and showcases their dedication to working to wards sustainable environment management.
Today, many beachgoers are more aware than ever of the environmental impact that human action is having on coastal and marine environments.
Beaches with a Blue Flag accreditation are a clear indicator to visitors and locals that measures are being taken to limit the environmental impact of tourism in that area.
As a result, the Blue Flag label is trusted by millions of travellers across the globe.
Since the accreditation be gan in 1987, Spain has received recognition for 729 of its beaches, with 10 beaches having acquired their Blue Flag for the first time and 22 beaches having regained their title in 2023
ACCORDING to a news report today, Albania, the hidden gem of the Balkan peninsula, is experiencing a tremendous boom in tourism.
The report published in a UK newspaper, explains how the emerging holiday spot is attracting many British holidaymakers due to its picturesque landscapes, affordable amenities, and rich history. But how does this small nation compare to Spain, one of Europe’s prime vacation spots? Could Albania ever pose a threat to Spain’s tourist industry?
Where is Albania?
Situated in southeastern Europe, Albania shares its coast with the Adriatic and Ionian Seas, with Greece to the south and Montenegro and Kosovo to the north. Its main international airport is in Tirana, and a third airport near the country’s best beaches is under construction. Spain, located in southwestern Europe, has a coastline along both the Atlantic Ocean and the Mediterranean Sea.
In terms of size, Spain far
