MALE ;Expolanka Leisure Group has achieved a notable dual success at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, with its travel brands securing both Gold and Silver in the Leading Travel Agency (Outbound) category.
Classic Travel Sri Lanka was awarded the Gold Award, marking the company’s third Gold win in the category, while Travel Classics Bangladesh secured Silver for the second consecutive year.
The achievement places two companies within the same group at the top of one of SATA’s key categories, highlighting ExpoLanka Leisure Group’s growing presence across South Asian travel markets.
The South Asian Travel Awards recognize leading companies and professionals across the region’s travel and tourism industry. Winners are selected through a combination of industry voting and evaluation by a panel of judges and tourism professionals.
According to ExpoLanka Leisure Group, the latest recognition reflects the performance of its travel brands and their focus on customer service, innovation and the delivery of travel solutions across different markets.
Commenting on the achievement, Sabry Bahaudeen, Chief Commercial Officer/Director of ExpoLanka Leisure Group, said the Gold and Silver wins represented an important milestone for the group and its teams.
“Winning Gold for Classic Travel Sri Lanka and Silver for Travel Classics Bangladesh is an extraordinary achievement for the entire Expo Leisure family. The fact that both winners represent the same Group makes this recognition even more special.”
He also credited the group’s employees, customers, partners, suppliers and other stakeholders for contributing to the achievement.
The SATA 2026 recognition adds to the growing portfolio of awards received by ExpoLanka Leisure Group and its travel brands, while further strengthening the group’s position within the South Asian travel and tourism sector.
With operations spanning multiple markets, the group continues to focus on expanding its regional presence while developing its travel brands and services in response to changing customer requirements.Aviation Voice
