AI for Tourism & Hospitality Excellence Workshop Kicks Off in KathmanduMonday, November 17th, 2025

The Human Capital Development (HCD) Workshop on “AI for Tourism & Hospitality Excellence” kicked off on November 17 in Kathmandu with the participation of 60 professionals from Nepal’s travel and tourism industry. The two-day workshop, jointly organized by Nepal Tourism Board (NTB) and  Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA) Nepal Chapter is being held in Kathmandu.

The program commenced with a warm welcome address by Mr. Khem Lakai, Chairperson of PATA Nepal Chapter, who underscored the importance of enhancing digital skills and AI competency among Nepal’s tourism workforce to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving global landscape.

Delivering the inaugural remarks, Mr. Dipak Raj Joshi, CEO of Nepal Tourism Board, encouraged all participants to take full advantage of the workshop by engaging actively with the instructor, interacting openly, and applying the insights gained to their professional practices.

The opening session was moderated by Mr. Suresh Budal, CEO of PATA Nepal Chapter, who facilitated the proceedings and set the tone for an interactive and insightful learning experience.

Led by Prof. Faye Hao, Assistant Professor at the School of Hotel & Tourism Management, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, the workshop will cover core AI foundations, AI models and agents, ethical considerations, and practical applications of AI across hotels, resorts, airlines, destination management, and MICE operations.

With strong participation from the Nepali travel trade, the workshop aims to elevate professional capabilities, inspire innovation, and support Nepal’s journey toward a smarter and more resilient tourism sector.

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