Although it has been years since I’ve traveled in mesmerizing Tokyo, my memories are as vivid as though they had been sparked yesterday—pleasures aswirl in unique flavors and noises, creativity and ingenuity. So when luxury publisher Assouline released the new book Tokyo Chic, I dove into its 312 lush-paper-stock pages, with more than 200 photographs and illustrations, which are bound in an outsize (10-by-13-inches, 6.4-pound) format—a hefty hardcover wrapped in silk. The brainchild of Andrea Fazzari, whose deft imagery and words are love letters to the inimitable capital, Tokyo Chic showcases a massively enthralling—yet strikingly intimate—city. Currently based in Tokyo, Fazzari is a James Beard Award-winning photographer, author and restaurant maven with notable backgrounds in fashion and film. Born in New York City, she has lived in France, Hong Kong, Italy, Spain and Thailand—and speaks four languages. What a sophisticated guide to have at your armchair traveler’s fingertips! Indeed, this coffee table tome would make a treasured holiday gift for those who have already vacationed in Japan or simply dream of doing so.
OECD and TUI Care Foundation bring together young people in Youthwise workshop
05.12.2023 - 08:42 / traveldailynews.com / Theodore Koumelis
OECD’s Youth Advisory Board Youthwise brings together young people from 24 OECD countries to make sure their perspectives and ideas are being heard
BERLIN – Youthwise, the OECD’s Youth Advisory Board, was established with the mission of fostering a better understanding among young people of international policy-making and to provide a forum for their voices to be heard in this area. For the second time, participants from the 2023 Youthwise cohort came together to discuss topics from the OECD’s Youth Action Plan. The workshop involved 80 participants from Youthwise and various organisations who discussed topics covering social inclusion, youth employment, well-being and health. The outcome of the discussions will be incorporated into youth recommendations to the OECD.
In 2021, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) launched Youthwise to recognise the important role of youth in shaping policy. Supported by the TUI Care Foundation, Youthwise conducts interactive workshops offering insights to the younger generation on key policy issues. Members of the Youthwise Board were selected by an inter-generational OECD jury to create a diverse and representative cohort of young people. The average age of the 22 participants is 24.5 years and they represent 24 different OECD countries.
During the workshop in Berlin, participants shared insights into the challenges faced by young people in each thematic area and proposed potential solutions. Their inputs are part of the development of youth recommendations that will be submitted to the OECD. Following the in-person workshop, the initiative plans to continue its outreach through two virtual consultation events, connecting with young people from Latin America and Asia to further enrich the global dialogue on youth-related policy matters. The Youthwise initiative continues to play an important role in amplifying the voices of young people, shaping international policies and fostering positive change.
Thomas Ellerbeck, Chairman of the TUI Care Foundation says: “Opening up new perspectives for young people is core to the TUI Care Foundation’s mission and our partnership with OECD on Youthwise. More than any other industry, tourism stands for global exchange. Crossing borders – on maps and in minds – is the essence of travel. Now, maybe more than ever, it’s time to broaden our horizons and bridge cultural barriers. Positive change can only be made when we have strong advocates for a better future – young people who identify key challenges and proactively create solutions to them. This is why the TUI Care Foundation is proud to support OECD’s Youthwise initiative.”
The TUI Care Foundation’s participation in Youthwise is part of its commitment
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One summer, many years ago when I was 17, I met a Dutch girl in a pub who was backpacking around Ireland. She said she was staying in hostels and was off to Doolin in County Clare the next day. Somehow, I hadn’t realised it was that easy to strike out and see the world. The next morning I took the bus to Doolin and began a lifelong love of independent travel and the open road. I never saw the Dutch girl again despite a full search of every pub in the village.
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Stay For Free In Santa Claus’ Cabin In Finland This Christmas
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EasyJet to open Birmingham base early with more flihts on sale
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