29 star hotels, resorts from BD participating in SATA 2023

Dhaka: A total of 29 star hotels and resorts from Bangladesh have been nominated for the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2023, recognised by Bangladesh International Hotel Association (BIHA), said a press release.

The South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) is an annual competition that recognises the achievements of the region's travel and tourism industry.

SATA ensures the award process in a smooth and transparent process with the affiliation of regional associations. It is one of the most prestigious awards in the South Asian travel and tourism industry, with winners selected by a panel of hotel experts and tourism industry professionals.

Awards are given in various categories including Best Domestic Destination, Best International Destination, Best Adventure Destination and Best Emerging Destination. Awards are given in various categories with 45 per cent marks through online voting and 55 per cent marks through professional presentation to the Jury Board.

The Gala Night, the awards ceremony for SATA 2023, is scheduled to take place in October, 2023.

The award show is supported by over 15 international and government organisations to promote tourism and hospitality in South Asia.

The participating hotels/resorts from Bangladesh are Pan Pacific Sonargaon Dhaka, The Westin Dhaka, InterContinental Dhaka, Radisson Blu Dhaka Water Garden, Amari Dhaka, Crowne Plaza Dhaka Gulshan, Holiday Inn Dhaka City Centre, Best Western Plus Maple Leaf Hotel, Momo Inn Park and Resort, Sayeman Beach Resort, Best Western Plus® Maya, The Palace Luxury Resort, The Way Dhaka, Platinum Grand by Sheltech, Platinum Residence by Sheltech, Hotel Sarina Dhaka, Ocean Paradise Hotel & Resort, Hotel The Cox Today, Hotel Sea Crown, Lakeshore Hotel Gulshan, Long Beach Hotel, HANSA - A Premium Residence, Hotel Agrabad, Golden Tulip The Grand Mark-Dhaka, Six Seasons Hotel, Grand Sylhet Hotel and Resort, Radisson Blu Chattogram Bay View, DuSai Resort and Spa, and Hotel Bengal Blueberry.

This year, over 500 properties from across South Asia have been nominated for the award, highlighting the increasingly competitive tourism industry in the region.

Public voting for the South Asian Travel Awards 2023 will be open until July 15, 2023, at the official website: www.southasiantravelawards.com/vote.

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