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Lanka to host South Asian Travel Awards

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August 26, 2025

The South Asian Travel Awards (SATA), the region’s most prestigious platform recognising excellence in travel, tourism, and hospitality, announced that its 9th edition will be hosted in Sri Lanka.

The event is scheduled to take place from 19 to 20 September 2025 at Cinnamon Grand Colombo, which will serve as the official host venue.

Organised in collaboration with the Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority (SLTDA), SATA 2025 will bring together top industry stakeholders from across South Asia — including India, the Maldives, Bhutan, Nepal, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka — for a two-day celebration of achievement, innovation, and regional collaboration.

SATA 2025 will also be amplified through a comprehensive media network, ensuring extensive visibility across the region’s tourism markets.

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