The 7th edition of South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2023 held at Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway, India on October 09 – 10thhas been successfully concluded.

SATA is an annual event that recognizes and celebrates excellence in the travel and tourism industry across South Asia. This year, the evaluation sessions were conducted in the Maldives, Sri Lanka, India, Nepal, and Bangladesh, with a panel of international jury members.

Honorable Minister of Tourism, Maldives, Dr. Abdulla Mausoom along with other travel, tourism and hospitality stakeholders and entrepreneurs from Maldives and South Asia participated in the event.

Speaking at the event,President of SATA,Mr. Ismail Hameedstated that “South Asian countries represented in SATA have the best to offer in the world. Each of you have made South Asian countries into desire destinations in travel industry and acknowledge particularly Mr. Janah of HRIM from Maldives who has contributed for the development and bringing up luxury properties to Maldives and the region. Contributions from industry prisoners from respective nations has made a huge difference for the lives of people in our countries and tourism today is a big revenue source for the people”.

SATA has been endorsed by over 18 International and government agencies for its work to elevate tourism and hospitality in the region.

• Association of Professionals in Tourism (APT),


• Association of Tourism Trade Organizations, India (ATTOI),


• Association of Travel Agents (ATA),


• Colombo Chamber of Commerce (CCC),


• Confederation of Accredited Tour Operators (CATO),


• Federation of Chambers of Commerce & Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL),


• Hotel and Restaurant Association of Bhutan (HRAB),


• Kerala Hotel General Manager Club (KHGMC),


• National Boating Association of Maldives (NBAM),


• Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO),


• Maldives Marketing & PR Corporation (MMPRC),


• Nepal Tourism Board (NTB),


• Sri Lanka Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO),


• The Hotels Association of Sri Lanka (THASL),


• Hotel Association of Nepal (HAN)


• Bangladesh International Hotel Association (BIHA),


• The Indian Association of Tour Operators (IATO)


• Travel Agents Association of India (TAAI)


• Incredible India

The partners for SATA 2023 showcased their commitment to support the travel and tourism industry in South Asia.Gulf Craft, as the Platinum Partner.The Hawks Pvt LtdandVelana International Airportwere unveiled as the Gold Partners.Allied InsuranceCompany of the Maldives was the Insurance Partner.Assotech RealtyandBizspokewas the Silver Partners andCrowe Maldiveswas the Auditing Partner.

SATA Opportunity and Conversationevent was supported byMaldives Marketing and PR Corporation(MMPRC), as a Destination Partner. Hospitality Partners from South Asia were;Maagiri Hotel,Maldives,Mandarina Colombo, Sri lanka,Hyatt Place Kathmandu, Nepal,The Westin Dhaka, Bangladesh andSheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway, India.

The SATA is one of the most prestigious awards in the travel and tourism industry in South Asia, with winners being selected by a panel of experts and industry professionals. The awards are given in variety of categories, including Best Domestic Destination, Best International Destination, Best Adventure Destination, and Best Emerging Destination.

SATA not only recognizes the achievements of the winners but also serves as a platform to showcase the latest trends and developments in the travel and tourism industry in South Asia. The event included networking opportunities that provide a valuable opportunity for industry professionals to share ideas and insights.

Overall, the South Asian Travel Awards play a crucial role in promoting the travel and tourism industry in South Asia and recognizing the contributions of the organizations that drive its success.

Winners of SATA 2023 are:

(Total Awards: 92 SATA 2023 - REGIONAL AWARDS - SILVER WINNERS, 43 SATA 2023 - GOLD AWARDS - SOUTH ASIA’S LEADING WINNERS, 6 VISITORS CHOICE AWARDS, TOTAL 142 AWARDS & 4 GOLD COINS)