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ChatGPT, which stands for ‘Generative Pre-trained Transformer’, is a free AI chatbot that is well versed in communications skills. It can play games, respond to queries such as writing transcripts and text and even take exams.

Can ChatGPT revolutionise your travel business?With the AI chatbot, travel providers can automate bookings and even use it as a virtual travel assistant.

French ski resorts face closure during general strike.

France travel warning over strike threatsGeneral strike could disrupt travel plans and ski resorts.

STR says the hotel industry is now operating “from a position of strength”.

Hotel business rides the wave, but Asia’s not onboard yetLeisure and business travel pick up, while Asia occupancy rate is lowest in world.

Paris has the world’s biggest tourism economy.

These are the world’s most powerful tourism citiesParis comes out on top, while Beijing, Shanghai and Macau are on the up and coming.

More travellers are considering rail travel for their 2023 adventures.

After the pandemic, local is the way to goBoats and trains but no planes for those seeking a different and cheaper experience.

Wellness must be etched in the daily operations and culture of a property, says Fitcorp Group GM.

Why having a spa and a pillow menu is not wellnessWellness should not be left at the hotel check-out counter; ongoing education is key.

From left (clockwise): ASTINDO's Pauline Suharno; NATAS' Steven Ler; Singapore Hotel Association's Margaret Heng; PTAA's Michelle Taylan

Hops and hopes: Travel leaders' well wishes in the Year of the RabbitTravel agent and hotel association chiefs across Singapore, Indonesia, Phuket and the Philippines share their hopes in the new...

The Muslim Gen Z travellers are willing to pay more for sustainable travel practices.

How to actively engage the Muslim Gen Z marketHalal food, prayer rooms and bidets are a must as they travel in search of cultural immersion.

A MetaHuman cabin crew helps passengers to tour, navigate and check in at Hamad International Airport.

Flying in 2023 takes off to a high-tech startTechnology gains altitude to make the air travel journey a little smoother.

G Travel Community will be helmed by founder Bruce Poon Tip as the chairman.

New leadership heads up G Adventures' new holding companyG Travel Community is the holding company for G Adventures, UK companies G Touring and TruTravels, and Planeterra.