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 […]
SATA 2025 honours excellence in regional tourism at grand gala in Colombo
The South Asian Travel Awards (SATA), the region’s most prestigious platform celebrating excellence in travel, tourism, and hospitality, marked its 9th edition with a spectacular Grand Gala hosted at the Cinnamon Grand Colombo. This year’s gala brought together distinguished guests, eminent tourism authorities, esteemed partners, and industry leaders from across the region. Against the vibrant […]
SATA 2025 signs with partners; Hotelier Maldives, Maldives Insider as Media Partners
Hotelier Maldives and Maldives Insider have been confirmed as official Media Partners of the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025. The announcement was made during a signing ceremony held at Hulhulé Island Hotel, Maldives, where SATA unveiled its distinguished partners for the 9th edition of the annual awards. Now in its ninth year, SATA has […]
Lily Beach Resort & Spa and Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa nominated across key categories at SATA
Two renowned Maldivian resorts, Lily Beach Resort & Spa and Hideaway Beach Resort & Spa, have been nominated across multiple categories at the 2025 South Asian Travel Awards (SATA), a prestigious recognition of excellence in hospitality and tourism across the region. Lily Beach Resort & Spa has secured nominations in the following categories: Leading All-Inclusive […]
South Asian Travel Awards returns to Sri Lanka for 9th edition in September 2025
The 9th edition of the prestigious South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) is scheduled to take place in Colombo, Sri Lanka, from 19th to 20th September 2025. Over the years, SATA has been hosted in iconic destinations across South Asia, including Mount Lavinia, Galle City, Bengaluru, Mumbai, Addu City, Kathmandu, and Malé Atoll. The upcoming edition […]
SATA recognises Mohamed Moosa and Hussain Afeef for contributions to South Asian tourism
On October 20 SATA honoured Maldivian tourism pioneers, Mohamed Moosa and Hussain Afeef, with the prestigious “Face of South Asia” awards for their remarkable contributions to the tourism sector during a special ceremony in the Maldives. The awards were presented by Suraj Khan, Vice President of SATA, who first recognised Mohamed Moosa, Chairman of Champa […]
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives celebrates sixth consecutive win as leading surf resort
Cinnamon Dhonveli Maldives has once again secured its place at the pinnacle of surf tourism by winning the Gold Award for Leading Surf Hotel/Resort at the South Asia Travel Awards (SATA) 2024. This marks the sixth consecutive year that the resort has earned this esteemed recognition, underscoring its reputation as a premier destination for surf […]
Angsana Velavaru recognised as Leading Eco-Friendly Hotel and Top Resort in the Indian Ocean
Angsana Velavaru has announced its recent recognition at two esteemed industry awards, which reinforce the resort’s commitment to delivering exceptional experiences while leading sustainable tourism efforts in the Maldives. The resort has secured a coveted position in Condé Nast Traveler’s 2024 Readers’ Choice Awards, ranking 16th among the 20 Best Resorts in the Indian Ocean. […]
Villa Park named Leading Family Resort at SATA 2024
Villa Park has been recognised as the Leading Family Resort at the South Asian Travel Awards 2024. Nestled in the picturesque South Ari Atoll, the resort seamlessly blends luxury with the stunning natural beauty of the Maldives, offering the perfect retreat for families seeking a balance of adventure and relaxation. Renowned for its eco-conscious initiatives […]
