Aitken Spence Travels has been named the Gold Winner in the Leading Cruise Travel Agent category at the 10th edition of South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026. 

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 Aitken Spence Travels

Located in Colombo, Sri Lanka, Aitken Spence Travels is a premier Destination Management Company formed through a joint venture between Aitken Spence PLC and TUI Group. As the country's leading travel agent and cruise handling market leader, it provides shore excursions, port logistics, and custom inland itineraries for international cruise lines. Its diverse offerings include inbound and outbound tours, luxury travel, events, and Travelife-certified eco-tourism. Backed by decades of expertise, the company pairs local ground strength with global standards to deliver exceptional, ethical travel services across the region. 

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