Classic Travel Sri Lanka Wins Gold While Travel Classics Bangladesh Secures Silver in Leading Travel Agency (Outbound) Category

Expo Leisure Group is proud to announce a landmark achievement at the South Asian Travel Awards (SATA) 2026, with Classic Travel Sri Lanka winning the Gold Award for the third time and Travel Classics Bangladesh securing the Silver Award for the second consecutive year in the prestigious Leading Travel Agency (Outbound) category.

This remarkable accomplishment is particularly significant as both award-winning companies belong to the Expo Leisure Group, demonstrating the strength of the Group’s travel brands across multiple markets in South Asia. Securing both the Gold and Silver positions in the same category is a rare achievement and a powerful testament to the Group’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and customer-centric service delivery.

The SATA Awards are among the region’s most respected travel and tourism accolades, with winners selected through a rigorous evaluation process conducted by an eminent panel of judges and industry experts, complemented by voting from travel and tourism professionals across South Asia. The awards recognize organizations that consistently demonstrate exceptional customer service, innovation, business performance, and industry leadership.

For Expo Leisure Group, this recognition underscores its ability to build strong travel brands beyond borders while maintaining a relentless focus on customer satisfaction. The success of both Classic Travel Sri Lanka and Travel Classics Bangladesh reflects the Group’s vision of delivering world-class travel solutions, adapting to evolving customer needs, and continuously raising industry standards.

Commenting on the achievement, Sabry Bahaudeen, Chief Commercial Officer / Director, said:

“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. It reflects the dedication of our teams, the trust of our customers, and the strength of our brands across the region. We sincerely thank our customers, partners, suppliers, and stakeholders for their continued confidence and support. This achievement motivates us to continue innovating and delivering exceptional travel experiences across every market we serve.”

Expo Leisure Group extends its heartfelt gratitude to its customers, airline partners, hotel partners, corporate clients, suppliers, and all stakeholders whose trust and support have contributed to this success. The Group also acknowledges the commitment and passion of its employees, whose efforts continue to drive the business forward.

This historic Gold and Silver win at SATA 2026 is not merely an award recognition; it is a validation of Expo Leisure Group’s vision, regional strength, and commitment to excellence. It highlights the success of building trusted travel brands across different countries while maintaining a consistent focus on customer experience, innovation, and service quality.

As Expo Leisure looks towards the future, the Group remains committed to pursuing excellence, strengthening its regional footprint, and continuing to set new benchmarks within the travel industry. This achievement stands as a proud milestone for both Classic Travel Sri Lanka and Travel Classics Bangladesh, and a significant moment for the entire Expo Leisure Group