SATA 2024 SUCCESSFULLY CONCLUDED IN KATHMANDU, NEPAL

The 8th Edition of the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2024 culminated in a vibrant celebration in Kathmandu, with winners announced during a prestigious Gala & Awards ceremony held at Aloft Kathmandu Thamel on Friday, September 20th.

This year’s event attracted significant participation from key players within the hospitality industry, representing a diverse array of sectors including hotels, resorts, airlines, lounges, travel agents, and cruise lines. The SATA is endorsed by over 18 tourism organizations and bodies across the region, underscoring its credibility and significance in the travel sector.

With over 400 nominations submitted for this edition, competition was notably fierce. The event was honored by the presence of the Honorable Minister for Culture, Tourism and Civil Aviation, Mr. Badri Prasad Pandey, along with Mr. Deepak Joshi, CEO of the Nepal Tourism Board (NTB). Board members of NTB and prominent figures from Nepal’s travel industry also attended, contributing to a grand celebration of excellence in South Asian hospitality. SATA 2024 was held in Kathmandu with the support of Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and Hotel Association of Nepal (HAN).

The SATA awards recognize not only outstanding service and innovation within the hospitality sector but also foster a spirit of healthy competition and collaboration among industry stakeholders.

In this year’s event, winners were named in a remarkable 51 Gold and 93 Silver categories. Nepal was acknowledged as the Leading Heritage Destination, while the Maldives claimed the title of Leading Beach Destination. Additionally, the special awards known as “Faces of South Asia” were posthumously presented to Late Ms. Ambica Shrestha, as well as Mr. Karna Sakya and Mr. MD Shakawath Hossain, honoring their remarkable contributions to the South Asian tourism industry.

The partners for SATA 2024 showcased their commitment to support the travel and tourism industry in South Asia. Gulf Craft, as the Platinum Partner. The Hawks, Velana International Airport and Hotels and Resorts Investment Maldives (HARIM) were unveiled as the Gold Partners. Allied Insurance Company of the Maldives was the Insurance Partner. Resort Life Travels and Bizspoke were the Silver Partners. Tourism Partners include Nepal Tourism Board (NTB), Hotel Association Nepal (HAN). Official Hosting partner was Aloft Kathmandu Thamel and The Malla Hotel.

Hospitality Partners include; Mandarina Colombo, Sri Lanka, Sheraton Grand Bangalore at Brigade Gateway, India, Akama Hotel and Hyatt Place, Nepal, Kathmandu, Zhiwaling Heritage, Bhutan, Paro and Manhattan Business Hotel, Maldives.

Speaking at the event, President of SATA, Mr. Ismail Hameed stated that “We need to stick together in promoting the region. SATA has reached here by working together. The industry has the world to offer within this region, we can achieve as we have to a long way to go”

SATA proudly recognizes the remarkable achievements within the travel and tourism sector, serving as a distinguished platform for showcasing the latest trends and innovations shaping the industry in South Asia.

This prestigious event not only honors the outstanding contributions of industry leaders but also facilitates invaluable networking opportunities for professionals. Attendees will engage in meaningful dialogues, sharing insights and strategies that drive growth and enhance the tourism experience across the region.

SATA is dedicated to promoting the vibrant travel and tourism landscape of South Asia. By celebrating excellence and fostering collaboration among organizations, the awards contribute significantly to the sustainable development of the industry.

Join us as we highlight the achievements of those who are redefining travel in South Asia, ensuring that the region remains a premier destination for travelers worldwide.

Winners of SATA 2024 are :

 PROPERTYCATOGORYREGION
GOLDCeylon Extreme AdventureLeading Adventure / Sports Tour OperatorSri Lanka
GOLDRadisson Blu Dhaka Water GardenLeading Airport HotelBangladesh
GOLDKavya Himalayas Leading Hill Resort / HotelNepal
GOLDHeritance AarahLeading All-inclusive ResortMaldives
GOLDNika Island Resort & SpaLeading Beach ResortMaldives
GOLDCocogiri Island ResortLeading Boutique Hotel/ResortMaldives
GOLDReveries MaldivesLeading Budget HotelMaldives
GOLDTaj Lands EndLeading Business HotelIndia (South)
GOLDHyatt Place KathmanduLeading City Hotel (Above 40 Rooms)Nepal
GOLDThe Way DhakaLeading City Hotel (Below 40 Rooms)Bangladesh
GOLDMadhava Balinese SpaLeading Wellness and Spa BrandSri Lanka
GOLDLeela Bhartiya City BengaluruLeading Convention CenterIndia (South)
GOLDCocoon MaldivesLeading Designer Hotel/ResortMaldives
GOLDRapid AdventuresLeading Destination PromoterSri Lanka
GOLDDive Point MaldivesLeading Dive Center / BrandMaldives
GOLDAdaaran Club RannalhiLeading Dive ResortMaldives
GOLDAitken Spence HotelsBest Promotion CampaignSri Lanka
GOLDRoyal Palms Beach HotelLeading Eco-Friendly ResortSri Lanka
GOLDSheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade GatewayLeading F&B Hotel/ResortIndia (North)
GOLDVilla ParkLeading Family ResortMaldives
GOLDLoya At Taj Palace, New DelhiLeading Fine Dining Outlet in Hotel/ResortIndia (North)
GOLDAitken Spence TravelsLeading Cruise Travel AgentSri Lanka
GOLDAce Aviation Services MaldivesLeading GSAMaldives
GOLDHotel Zhiwaling HeritageLeading Heritage Hotel/ResortBhutan
GOLDVoyages MaldivesLeading Liveaboard BrandMaldives
GOLDTaj Palace, New DelhiLeading Luxury Hotel/ResortIndia (South)
GOLDThe Soaltee KathmanduLeading Meeting and Conference Hotel/ResortNepal
GOLDTaj Lake PalaceLeading Palace HotelIndia (North)
GOLDVoyages MaldivesLeading PSAMaldives
GOLDCinnamon Citadel KandyLeading Riverfront Hotel/ResortSri Lanka
GOLDContinuum AviationLeading Supervision Agent (General Aviation Service)India (North)
GOLDCinnamon Dhonveli MaldivesLeading Surf Hotel/ResortMaldives
GOLDTrans Maldivian AirwaysLeading Tourist Transport Provider (Air)Maldives
GOLDAitken Spence TravelsLeading Travel Agent – InboundSri Lanka
GOLDClassic TravelsLeading Travel Agent – OutboundSri Lanka
GOLDRambagh PalaceLeading Wedding Hotel/ResortIndia (North)
GOLDHeritance AyurvedaLeading Wellness and Spa ResortSri Lanka
GOLDCinnamon Wild YalaLeading Wildlife Lodge, Tented campSri Lanka
GOLDYou & Me MaldivesMost Romantic ResortMaldives
GOLDVilla ResortsLeading Resort / Hotel BrandMaldives
GOLDAloft Kathmandu ThamelNishan Seneviratne Best CSR ProgrammeNepal
GOLDBlueEarth HospitalityLeading Hospitality Development CompanyIndia (South)
GOLDDinesh Hettiarachchi, Mandarina ColomboSouth Asia’s Best GMSri Lanka
GOLDPubudu Fernando, Sayeman Beach ResortSouth Asia’s Best GMBangladesh
GOLDSushma Khichar, Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel At Brigade GatewaySouth Asia’s Best GMIndia (South)
GOLDVikram Singh, Aloft Kathmadnu ThamelSouth Asia’s Best GMNepal
GOLDHotel Barahi KathmanduSouth Asia’s Best New Hotel / ResortNepal
GOLDSri Lankan AirlinesLeading International Airline South Asia
GOLDLeeli Lounge, Velana International AirportLeading Airport Lounge South Asia
VISITORS CHOICE  
   
Sri Lankan AirlinesLeading International Airline – South AsiaGOLD
Leeli LoungeLeading Airport LoungeGOLD
   
MALDIVESLEADING BEACH DESTINATIONGOLD
NEPALLEADING HERITAGE DESTINATIONGOLD
FACE OF SOUTH ASIA   
MD Shakawath HossainCEO, Unique Hotel & Resorts PLCBANGLADESHCOIN
Late Ambica ShresthaPresident of Dwarika’s Hotels and Resorts, NepalNEPALCOIN
Karna ShakyaFounding Chairman, KGH Group of Hotels, NepalNEPALCOIN
 PROPERTYCATOGORYREGION
SILVERBest Dives MaldivesLeading Adventure / Sports Tour OperatorMaldives
SILVERVivanta Colombo Airport HotelLeading Airport HotelSri Lanka
SILVERThe Everest HotelLeading Airport HotelNepal
SILVERAccord ChromeLeading Airport HotelIndia (South)
SILVEREquator VillageLeading Airport HotelMaldives
SILVERWGH Poetree, Thekkady Leading Hill Resort / HotelIndia (South)
SILVERThe Ananta Udaipur Leading Hill Resort / HotelIndia (North)
SILVERKasara Jungle ResortLeading All-inclusive ResortNepal
SILVERClub Hotel DolphinLeading All-inclusive ResortSri Lanka
SILVERUday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & SpaLeading All-inclusive ResortIndia (South)
SILVERSayeman Beach ResortLeading Beach ResortBangladesh
SILVERUday Samudra Leisure Beach Hotel & SpaLeading Beach ResortIndia (South)
SILVERPlatinum Grand By SHELTECHLeading Boutique Hotel/ResortBangladesh
SILVERSiddhartha Boutique Hotel BoudhaLeading Boutique Hotel/ResortNepal
SILVERThe Pema By RealmLeading Boutique Hotel/ResortBhutan
SILVERThe World Backwaters, AlleppeyLeading Boutique Hotel/ResortIndia (South)
SILVERFox Jaffna By Fox ResortsLeading Boutique Hotel/ResortSri Lanka
SILVERAccord ChromeLeading Budget HotelIndia (South)
SILVERHotel TulsiLeading Budget HotelNepal
SILVERHotel AgrabadLeading Budget HotelBangladesh
SILVERAmari DhakaLeading Business HotelBangladesh
SILVERAloft Kathmandu ThamelLeading Business HotelNepal
SILVERHotel Tara PhendeylingLeading Business HotelBhutan
SILVERThe Ananta UdaipurLeading City Hotel (Above 40 Rooms)India (North)
SILVERCourtyard by Marriott TiruchirappalliLeading City Hotel (Above 40 Rooms)India (South)
SILVERHoliday Inn Dhaka City CentreLeading City Hotel (Above 40 Rooms)Bangladesh
SILVERMaagiri HotelLeading City Hotel (Above 40 Rooms)Maldives
SILVERMandarina ColomboLeading City Hotel (Above 40 Rooms)Sri Lanka
SILVERHotel Tara PhendeylingLeading City Hotel (Below 40 Rooms)Bhutan
SILVERAabas PokharaLeading City Hotel (Below 40 Rooms)Nepal
SILVERHeritance Tea FactoryLeading Designer Hotel/ResortSri Lanka
SILVERBangladesh Tour Group – BTGLeading Destination PromoterBangladesh
SILVERThe Tigress RanthamboreLeading Eco-Friendly ResortIndia (North)
SILVERRadisson Blu Dhaka Water GardenLeading Eco-Friendly ResortBangladesh
SILVERZhiwaling HeritageLeading Eco-Friendly ResortBhutan
SILVERVilla Urvinkhan Luxury Resort ChikmagalurLeading Eco-Friendly ResortIndia (South)
SILVERAngsana VelavaruLeading Eco-Friendly ResortMaldives
SILVERPan Pacific Sonargaon DhakaLeading F&B Hotel/ResortBangladesh
SILVERJoy IslandLeading F&B Hotel/ResortMaldives
SILVERTaj Palace, New DelhiLeading F&B Hotel/ResortIndia (South)
SILVERThe Pema By RealmLeading F&B Hotel/ResortBhutan
SILVERHyatt Place KathmanduLeading F&B Hotel/ResortNepal
SILVERThe Palace Luxury ResortLeading Family ResortBangladesh
SILVERDevi Ratn IHCL SeleQtionsLeading Family ResortIndia (North)
SILVERUday Backwater ResortLeading Family ResortIndia (South)
SILVERSoaltee Westend Resort ChitwanLeading Family ResortNepal
SILVERShangri La HambantotaLeading Family ResortSri Lanka
SILVERAccord MetropolitanLeading Fine Dining Outlet in Hotel/ResortIndia (South)
SILVERYou & Me MaldivesLeading Fine Dining Outlet in Hotel/ResortMaldives
SILVERAkama HotelLeading Fine Dining Outlet in Hotel/ResortNepal
SILVERMaldives Holiday CollectionsLeading Cruise Travel AgentMaldives
SILVERThe Malla HotelLeading Heritage Hotel/ResortNepal
SILVERSayeman HeritageLeading Heritage Hotel/ResortBangladesh
SILVEREquator VillageLeading Heritage Hotel/ResortMaldives
SILVERTaj Lake PalaceLeading Heritage Hotel/ResortIndia (North)
SILVERFox Jaffna By Fox ResortsLeading Heritage Hotel/ResortSri Lanka
SILVERThe Westin DhakaLeading Luxury Hotel/ResortBangladesh
SILVERSheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade GatewayLeading Luxury Hotel/ResortIndia (North)
SILVERSun Siyam Vilu ReefLeading Luxury Hotel/ResortMaldives
SILVERHyatt Regency KathmanduLeading Luxury Hotel/ResortNepal
SILVERTuryaa ChennaiLeading Meeting and Conference Hotel/ResortIndia (South)
SILVERBandos MaldivesLeading Meeting and Conference Hotel/ResortMaldives
SILVERInterContinental DhakaLeading Meeting and Conference Hotel/ResortBangladesh
SILVERThe Palace Luxury ResortLeading Palace HotelBangladesh
SILVERUday Backwater ResortLeading Riverfront Hotel/ResortIndia (South)
SILVERMomo Inn Park & ResortLeading Riverfront Hotel/ResortBangladesh
SILVERSiddhartha Riverside ResortLeading Riverfront Hotel/ResortNepal
SILVERAvia MaldivesLeading Supervision Agent (General Aviation Service)Maldives
SILVERTatabye Tours And TravelsLeading Travel Agent – InboundIndia (South)
SILVERJourney PlusLeading Travel Agent – InboundBangladesh
SILVERMateshwori TravelsLeading Travel Agent – InboundNepal
SILVERCapital Travel MaldivesLeading Travel Agent – InboundMaldives
SILVERInnoglobe Travel & ToursLeading Travel Agent – OutboundBangladesh
SILVERAce Travels MaldivesLeading Travel Agent – OutboundMaldives
SILVERSmitten Holidays & TravelsLeading Travel Agent – OutboundIndia (South)
SILVERThe Radisson Blu Chattogram Bay ViewLeading Wedding Hotel/ResortBangladesh
SILVERSheraton Grand Chennai Resort & SpaLeading Wedding Hotel/ResortIndia (South)
SILVERHotel Yak And YetiLeading Wedding Hotel/ResortNepal
SILVERShangri La HambantotaLeading Wedding Hotel/ResortSri Lanka
SILVERSun Siyam Iru FushiLeading Wellness and Spa ResortMaldives
SILVERMulberry Shades Bengaluru Nandi Hills, A Tribute Portfolio ResortLeading Wellness and Spa ResortIndia (South)
SILVERThe Terraces Resort and SpaLeading Wellness and Spa ResortNepal
SILVERThe Tigress RanthamboreLeading Wildlife Lodge, Tented campIndia (North)
SILVERHampi’s Feathers ResortLeading Wildlife Lodge, Tented campIndia (South)
SILVERBarahi Jungle LodgeLeading Wildlife Lodge, Tented campNepal
SILVERUday Backwater ResortMost Romantic ResortIndia (South)
SILVERSarangkot Mountain LodgeMost Romantic ResortNepal
SILVERThe Theva ResidencyMost Romantic ResortSri Lanka
SILVERHeritance KandalamaNishan Seneviratne Best CSR ProgrammeSri Lanka
SILVERPlatinum Grand By SHELTECHNishan Seneviratne Best CSR ProgrammeBangladesh

PHOTO LINK:

SATA Opportunity and Conversation 2024:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vJUkCYnRjvXssJ35GLg0BXevdqslTTgg?usp=sharing

SATA Gala & Awards 2024:

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vPC6PUdVqgE6tgEcRajgtibyYD09Qnyl?usp=sharing

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