Classic Travel has been named the Gold Winner in the Leading Travel Agent - Outbound category at the 10th edition of South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026. The Silver Winners of the category were: Ace travels Maldives and Edwings Global.

Held at Barceló Nasandhura Malé, the milestone SATA 2026 Grand Gala brought together leading tourism and hospitality professionals from across South Asia and the region.

About Classic Travel 

Classic Travel is a travel and tourism company dedicated to providing seamless and personalised travel experiences. The company offers a range of travel services, including holiday packages, flight arrangements, accommodation and customised travel solutions. With a focus on quality service and customer satisfaction, Classic Travel caters to both leisure and business travellers. Its experienced team works closely with clients to create convenient and memorable journeys. Through reliable service and attention to detail, Classic Travel continues to connect travellers with destinations across the region and beyond.

About Ace Travels Maldives 

Ace Travels Maldives (ATM) is a leading Travel Management and Destination Management Company in the Maldives, established in 2005 to support the country’s growing tourism industry. The company has expanded its operations into aviation, serving as GSA for major airlines including Cathay Pacific and Qatar Airways. Its Destination Management division handles more than 35,000 tourists annually and represents several leading international tourism companies. ATM also provides flight supervision services for a range of international airlines and private jet operators.

About Edwings Global 

Edwings Global is a Mumbai-based travel company specialising in leisure, MICE, adventure, luxury and group travel experiences. Established in 2010, the company offers customized domestic and international holidays, along with flights, hotels, transfers and activities. Its MICE division provides end-to-end solutions for corporate travel, conferences, incentive trips and events. With destinations spanning across the globe, Edwings Global focuses on personalised itineraries and seamless travel arrangements for its clients.

SATA 2026 Partners include: 

1. Host Partner – Barceló Nasandhura Malé

2. Destination Partner – Visit Maldives Corporation 

3. Platinum Partner – Gulf Craft Maldives

4. Gold Partner – Hawks Pvt Ltd

5. Gold Partner – Allied Insurance Company of the Maldives 

6. Beverage Partner – Nescafe

7.Silver Partner – Velana International Airport

8. Silver Partner – Marine Vibe

9. Silver Partner – Pro AC

10. Digital Partner – Dhiraagu 

11. Printing Partner – Print Lab Creative

12. Hospitality Partner – Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan (Bangladesh)

13. Hospitality Partner – Hulhule Island Hotel (Maldives)

14. Hospitality Partner – Zhiwaling Heritage (Bhutan)

15. Hospitality Partner –  Aarya Hotel & Spa (Nepal)

16. Hospitality Partner – Sheraton Grand Bangalore at Brigade Gateway (India)

17. Hospitality Partner – Cinnamon Grand Colombo (Sri Lanka)

About SATA

The South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) is an annual platform celebrating excellence across the travel, tourism and hospitality industries in South Asia. The awards recognise outstanding hotels, resorts, travel companies, tourism organisations and industry professionals for their achievements and contributions to the region's tourism sector.

For more information, please visit: www.southasiantravelawards.com