Villa Travels & Tours has been named the Gold Winner in the Leading Passenger Sales Agent (PSA) category at the 10th edition of South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026. The Silver Winners of the category were: IFOS Aviation Group India and Advantis Aviation Services.

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 Villa Travels & Tours  

Villa Travels & Tours is a travel company offering a range of services designed to make travel planning convenient and seamless. From holiday arrangements and accommodation to transportation and customised travel experiences, the company caters to both leisure and business travellers. With a focus on personalised service and reliable travel solutions, Villa Travels & Tours helps travellers explore destinations with ease.

About IFOS Aviation Group India 

IFOS Aviation Group has transformed business aviation services in the Indian Subcontinent by delivering world-class flight handling and personalised aviation solutions. The company focuses on operational efficiency, security and luxury, offering services including ground handling, private jet facilitation and aviation concierge support. With a customer-focused approach, IFOS aims to provide seamless and efficient experiences for discerning travellers and aviation clients.

About Advantis Aviation Services  

Advantis has the capability to provide comprehensive aviation supply services in The Maldives, ensuring that airlines and related industries acquire everything they need seamlessly. In the aviation industry, every component is vital, and our services leave no stone unturned. From sourcing airplane components to managing ground equipment, Advantis ensures the smooth functioning of every aspect of aviation operations.

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