The South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2025 has officially confirmed Hotelier Maldives and Maldives Insider as its media partners, marking a significant milestone for the event’s ninth edition. The announcement was made during a signing ceremony at Hulhulé Island Hotel in the Maldives, highlighting the growing collaborative spirit within the region’s tourism industry.
Now in its ninth year, SATA has established itself as a critical platform for recognizing excellence in South Asian tourism and hospitality. The strategic media partnership with Hotelier Maldives and Maldives Insider will significantly enhance the awards’ regional visibility and provide comprehensive coverage across the Maldives and neighboring markets.
The awards ceremony is scheduled for September 19-20, 2025, at Cinnamon Grand Colombo, Sri Lanka, promising to bring together industry leaders, stakeholders, and innovators from across South Asia.
SATA 2025 has assembled an impressive lineup of corporate partners, demonstrating the event’s industry-wide support. Honda Marine has been named the Platinum Partner, while The Hawks, Velana International Airport, and Allied Insurance Company of the Maldives join as Gold Partners. Renaatus Realty has been confirmed as the Silver Partner, with Hulhulé Island Hotel continuing its role as the official Hospitality Partner in the Maldives.
Event organizers emphasized that the diverse partnership lineup reflects the increasing importance of collaboration within the tourism and hospitality sector. The strategic alliances aim not only to celebrate outstanding achievements but also to promote sustainable growth and long-term cooperation across the region.
The awards have received endorsements from prominent national tourism bodies and associations, including the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority, Nepal Tourism Board, Visit Maldives Corporation Limited, and various regional travel and hotel associations. This broad support underscores the awards’ credibility and significance in the South Asian tourism landscape.
The evaluation process for SATA 2025 involves a distinguished panel of nine jury members representing multiple countries. The international jury includes tourism experts from India, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, Spain, and the Maldives, ensuring a comprehensive and unbiased assessment of nominees.
Through its strategic media partnerships with Hotelier Maldives and Maldives Insider, SATA 2025 will ensure extensive market engagement and broad coverage. These partnerships are crucial in positioning the awards as one of South Asia’s most prestigious and influential hospitality and travel recognition platforms.
As the tourism industry continues to evolve, SATA remains committed to highlighting innovation, excellence, and sustainable practices that drive the region’s travel and hospitality sectors forward.
