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 […]
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 […]
