Sun Travels wins Best Inbound Travel Agency at SATA 2026
Sun Travels has been named Best Travel Agency – Inbound at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, recognising the company’s contribution to inbound tourism and travel services in the Maldives. The award acknowledges Sun Travels’ experience in the travel industry, its partnerships with resorts and international travel agents, and its continued investment in technology […]
Ocean Group Maldives named Leading Dive Centre/Brand at SATA 2026
Ocean Group Maldives has announced that it has been named the Leading Dive Centre/Brand at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, recognising the company’s longstanding commitment to excellence in diving and ocean experiences. The prestigious regional accolade celebrates excellence across South Asia’s travel, tourism and hospitality industry and marks an important milestone for Ocean […]
Nominations open for South Asian Travel Awards 2026
Nominations have opened for the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, inviting travel and hospitality brands and professionals across the region to compete for recognition in one of South Asia’s leading tourism award programmes. Marking its tenth year since its launch in 2016, SATA has established itself as a regional platform recognising performance, innovation and […]
RIU Maldives shines as RIU Hotels & Resorts named Leading Brand in South Asia
RIU Hotels & Resorts, with particular recognition for RIU Maldives, has been named the “Leading Resort / Hotel Brand in South Asia – Gold Winner” at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025. The accolade reflects the brand’s continued commitment to delivering outstanding guest experiences across the region. RIU Maldives’ signature offerings — including its […]
Lily Beach Resort & Spa honoured as region’s Leading F&B Destination at SATA 2025
Lily Beach Resort & Spa has been recognised as the Leading F&B Resort at the South Asian Travel Awards 2025, held in Colombo. The accolade reinforces the resort’s position as a destination where culinary excellence is at the heart of every guest experience. Central to the resort’s success is its renowned Platinum All-Inclusive Plan, a […]
Jen Maldives Malé by Shangri-La recognised as Leading Business Hotel in Maldives
Jen Maldives Malé by Shangri-La has been named ‘Leading Business Hotel – Maldives’ at the prestigious South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025, held this year in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The award recognises outstanding achievements in travel, tourism, and hospitality across South Asia, underscoring the hotel’s continued commitment to delivering exceptional service, modern business facilities, and […]
Hulhule Island Hotel awarded South Asia’s Leading Airport Hotel title at SATA
Hulhule Island Hotel (HIH) has announced that it has been awarded the Gold Award for “South Asia’s Leading Airport Hotel” at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025. This recognition underscores the hotel’s longstanding reputation as the premier gateway to the Maldives, providing seamless hospitality experiences for travelers. Held at Cinnamon Grand Colombo, Sri Lanka, […]
Madifushi Private Island wins Best New Resort at SATA 2025
Madifushi Private Island has announced its recognition as the Silver Award winner in the “South Asia’s Best New Hotel/Resort” category at the prestigious South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025. This marks the first time Madifushi Private Island has participated in the awards, making the achievement even more significant. The 9th edition of the South Asian […]
Cinnamon Dhonveli, Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives secure top honours at SATA 2025
Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives reinforced its position in the regional tourism industry at the 9th South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025, earning two prestigious Gold titles — Leading Beach Resort for Cinnamon Velifushi Maldives and Leading Surf Resort for Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives. The awards ceremony, hosted at Cinnamon Grand Colombo on 20th September 2025, […]
Angsana Velavaru General Manager Ahmed Zahir honoured as South Asia’s Best General Manager
Angsana Velavaru has announced that its General Manager, Ahmed Zahir, has been named South Asia’s Best General Manager at the prestigious South Asian Travel Awards (SATA). This accolade is a reflection of Zahir’s extraordinary leadership, vision, and decade of dedication to the hospitality industry. With over 30 years of service within the Banyan Group, Zahir […]
Maldives recognised with 16 Gold and 19 Silver Awards at SATA 2025
The Maldives secured 36 awards at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025, held on Friday, 20 September 2025, at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo, Sri Lanka. The awards reflected the breadth of the country’s tourism sector, with the Maldives receiving 16 Gold Awards and 19 Silver Awards across a wide range of categories. Among the […]
Equator Village secures regional recognition at South Asian Travel Awards
Equator Village has been recognised at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025, receiving the Silver Award in the category of Leading Heritage Hotel/Resort. Located in Addu Atoll, the resort is noted for its colonial-era character, expansive gardens, and proximity to Gan International Airport, offering a setting that combines convenience with tranquillity. The award reflects […]
