Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators
Maldives Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators, MATATO, an NGO established in 2006 by a group of visionaries to elevate Maldives’ tourism industry through unity, empowerment and cooperation, has been a strong partner in developing tourism in the Maldives.MATATO launched the Maldives Travel Awards in 2012, an annual event eagerly looked forward to by the tourist industry. Maldives Travel Awards is an esteemed event that showcase the best of what Maldives has to offer. It serves as a platform to honor exceptional achievements by resorts, hotels, guesthouses, travel agencies and tour operators, and people who have continued to contribute towards the growth and development of the Maldives tourism industry.
After a hiatus due to Covid-19, Maldives Travel Awards 2024 is planned to be held in the last quarter of 2024. This year’s awards will have 2 segments; Maldives Travel Awards 2024 – Guesthouse Edition and Maldives Travel Awards 2024- Gala Edition.