Sonila Papathimiu

Integrating GIS and Remote Sensing to Assess Natural Heritage Management Challenges under Climate Change: The Case of Prespa National Park, Albania

Sonila Papathimiu, Esmeralda Laçi, Enkela BEGU, Sabri Laçi & Gazmir Çela · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Prespa National Park, located in southeastern Albania, is part of the Transboundary Biosphere Reserve extending into Greece and North Macedonia. It offers a unique landscape where natural and cultural heritage elements coexist with high potential for sustainable tourism and local...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i11971

Impact of Climate Change on Tourism and Adaptation Measures in Vjosa Basin

Esmeralda Laçi, Sonila Papathimiu, Ermal Sina & Sabri Laçi · Journal of Geography, Environment and Earth Science International · 2025

Tourism is one of the most climate sensitive economic sectors, but at the same time, like many economic activities, it also contributes to climate change. The effects of climate change are becoming a growing concern, especially in the tourism sector, which urgently and needs to f...

Open access Research Article 10.9734/jgeesi/2025/v29i12986