The South Asian
Travel Awards (SATA) has announced an extension of the nomination period for
its 2023 edition, giving stakeholders in the travel and tourism industry more
time to submit their entries. The new deadline for nominations is now May 10,
2023.
SATA is a
prestigious annual event that recognizes and rewards the best tourism products
and services in the South Asian region. It covers a wide range of categories,
including hotels and resorts, airlines, travel agencies, tour operators, and
destinations. The awards aim to promote excellence, innovation, and
sustainability in the travel industry and to raise the profile of South Asia as
a tourist destination.
The extension of
the nomination period will provide an opportunity for more businesses and
organizations to participate in the awards and showcase their achievements. It
will also give the judging panel more time to evaluate the entries and select
the winners based on strict criteria that take into account factors such as
quality, customer satisfaction, environmental responsibility, and social
impact.
Speaking about
the decision to extend the nomination period, Mr. Ismail Hameed, the President
of SATA, said: “We understand that the pandemic has created challenges for the
tourism industry, and we want to give everyone a fair chance to be recognized
for their hard work and dedication. Therefore, we have decided to extend the
nomination period and encourage all eligible candidates to submit their entries
before the new deadline.”
Properties can nominate online via www.southasiantravelawards.com
The nominees will
be evaluated by a panel of judges consisting of experts from the travel and
tourism industry, media, and academia. The winners will be announced at a gala
ceremony in October 2023, which will be attended by leading figures from the
industry, government officials, and international media.
SATA has been endorsed by over 15 International and government agencies for its work to elevate tourism and hospitality in the region.
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Association
of Professionals in Tourism (APT),
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Association
of Tourism Trade Organizations, India (ATTOI),
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Association
of Travel Agents (ATA),
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Colombo
Chamber of Commerce (CCC),
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Confederation
of Accredited Tour Operators (CATO),
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Federation
of Chambers of Commerce & Industry of Sri Lanka (FCCISL),
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Hotel and
Restaurant Association of Bhutan (HRAB),
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Kerala
Hotel General Manager Club (KHGMC),
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National
Boating Association of Maldives (NBAM),
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Maldives
Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (MATATO),
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Maldives
Marketing & PR Corporation (MMPRC),
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Nepal
Tourism Board (NTB),
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Sri Lanka
Association of Inbound Tour Operators (SLAITO),
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The Hotels
Association of Sri Lanka (THASL),
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Hotel
Association of Nepal (HAN)
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Bangladesh
International Hotel Association (BIHA),