{"id":1254,"date":"2024-06-28T14:37:20","date_gmt":"2024-06-28T06:37:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/?p=1254"},"modified":"2025-02-28T14:26:37","modified_gmt":"2025-02-28T06:26:37","slug":"paarl-goes-to-tokyo","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/?p=1254","title":{"rendered":"PAARL goes to Tokyo!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"gtfy-1\">The Philippine Association of Academic\/Research Librarians, Inc. (PAARL) will have its International Study tour from 20 to 25 October 2024 in Tokyo, Japan.  With the title <strong>Explore, Connect, &amp; Immerse in Tokyo&#8217;s Library Landscape<\/strong>, this study tour aims to expose PAARL members and other interested participants to the best practices of top libraries and cultural institutions Tokyo.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large gtfy-4\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tokyo-Study-Tour-2024-1-576x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1256\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tokyo-Study-Tour-2024-1-576x1024.png 576w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tokyo-Study-Tour-2024-1-169x300.png 169w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tokyo-Study-Tour-2024-1-768x1365.png 768w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tokyo-Study-Tour-2024-1-864x1536.png 864w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tokyo-Study-Tour-2024-1.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gtfy-7\">Participants are invited to join this tour, as it has plenty of experiences to offer, namely:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list gtfy-14\">\n<li class=\"gtfy-10 gutenify-list-item\">Discover Tokyo&#8217;s Library Gems &#8211; From historic repositories of knowledge to cutting-edge information hubs, Tokyo&#8217;s libraries offer a wealth of inspiration and innovation for librarians seeking to elevate their practice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-11 gutenify-list-item\">Benchmark Against Excellence &#8211; Explore Tokyo&#8217;s leading libraries and cultural institutions and gain valuable insights and best practices to enhance your own library&#8217;s collections, programs, and user experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-12 gutenify-list-item\">Immerse in Japanese Culture &#8211; From traditional reading rooms to modern multimedia centers, experience the breadth and depth of what the city has to offer!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-13 gutenify-list-item\">Network and Collaborate &#8211; Connect with fellow librarians and build lasting linkages through learning and exchange.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gtfy-17\">With an all-in price of <strong>\u20b196,000.00 (or US$1,640.00)<\/strong>, participants will get to visit well-known Japanese higher education institutions, libraries, other cultural institutions, and tourist spots.  Other tour inclusions are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list gtfy-34\">\n<li class=\"gtfy-20 gutenify-list-item\">Registration fee and certificate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-21 gutenify-list-item\">Twin\/Double or Triple Sharing hotel accommodations in 3.5- 4 star basis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-22 gutenify-list-item\">Roundtrip economy flights via PAL (w\/ 2pcs of max 23 Kgs baggage)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-23 gutenify-list-item\">All airline taxes and fees with Phil. Travel Tax<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-24 gutenify-list-item\">Visa processing fee and assistance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-25 gutenify-list-item\">Meals as stated in the itinerary<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-26 gutenify-list-item\">Travel insurance worth 2.5M with Covid Hospitalization coverage<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-27 gutenify-list-item\">Tour freebies<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-28 gutenify-list-item\">Pre departure orientation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-29 gutenify-list-item\">Local tour guide with tips<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-30 gutenify-list-item\">Filipino tour leader per bus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-31 gutenify-list-item\">Private land transfers in all destinations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-32 gutenify-list-item\">Entrance tickets as stated in the itinerary (Itinerary and timings are adjustable depending on discussion with client; timings and arrangement subject to change depending on the on ground situation)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"gtfy-33 gutenify-list-item\">Daily bottled water on the bus<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gtfy-37\"><em>note: Not included are the personal expenses and incidentals of participants, as well as additional drinks during meals apart from those provided<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gtfy-40\">Those who wish to join the study tour may download the invitation letter<em> <a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1kiinW4UMS0Yvn4o7UXtO9CXCJKNM0sov?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">here<\/span><\/a><\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/drive.google.com\/drive\/folders\/1kiinW4UMS0Yvn4o7UXtO9CXCJKNM0sov?usp=sharing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"> <\/a>and register by 31 July 2024 via this online form: <strong>bit.ly\/2024PAARLJapanTour_Reg<\/strong> to secure a slot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large gtfy-43\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tokyo-Study-Tour-2024-576x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1265\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tokyo-Study-Tour-2024-576x1024.png 576w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tokyo-Study-Tour-2024-169x300.png 169w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tokyo-Study-Tour-2024-768x1365.png 768w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tokyo-Study-Tour-2024-864x1536.png 864w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Tokyo-Study-Tour-2024.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gtfy-46\">Interested participants may opt to pay in Ph\u20b1 or US$, as scheduled below<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center gtfy-49\"><strong>TERMS OF PAYMENT<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes gtfy-52\"><table><tbody><tr><td>&nbsp;<\/td><td><strong>Payment Schedule<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Phil. Peso<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>US Dollar<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1<sup>st<\/sup> payment (30%)<\/td><td>31 July 2024<\/td><td>28,800.00<\/td><td>492.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<sup>nd<\/sup> payment (30%)<\/td><td>15 August 2024<\/td><td>28,800.00<\/td><td>492.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<sup>rd<\/sup> payment (40%)<\/td><td>30 September 2024<\/td><td>38,400.00<\/td><td>656.00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><\/td><td>TOTAL &#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&#8212;&gt;&gt;<\/td><td>96,000.00<\/td><td>1,640.00<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Note<\/strong>: there is a non-refundable security deposit of US$500.00 (or Peso equivalent) from the total fee if participant pulls out before the tour date.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gtfy-55\">The 3-tranche payment may be made to the tour operator, <strong>Step Up Int&#8217;l Services Inc<\/strong>., banking details below:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained gtfy-61\">\n<p class=\"gtfy-58\">Account Name: <strong>Step Up Intl Services Inc<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gtfy-59\">Bank (Brance): <strong>Banco De Oro Unibank Inc. (Robinsons Galleria)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gtfy-60\">Account Number:  <strong>BDO Savings PESO 004950311002<\/strong> (if paying in Ph\u20b1) or <strong>BDO Savings USD 104950348666<\/strong> (if paying in US$)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gtfy-64\">Once payment has been made, participants are advised to upload proof of payment and fill in details in this online form <strong>bit.ly\/2024PAARLJapan_Payment.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large gtfy-67\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/5-1-576x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/5-1-576x1024.png 576w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/5-1-169x300.png 169w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/5-1-768x1365.png 768w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/5-1-864x1536.png 864w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/5-1.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gtfy-70\">This international study tour is open to all PAARL Members, non-PAARL Members, and academic administrators who are interested in knowing the best practices of LIS colleagues in Japan. Those who will join the tour will have an orientation scheduled a week before the tour dates. Participants shall be responsible in securing the necessary travel documents, except for the visa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large gtfy-73\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"576\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7-576x1024.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-1259\" srcset=\"https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7-576x1024.png 576w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7-169x300.png 169w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7-768x1365.png 768w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7-864x1536.png 864w, https:\/\/paarl.org.ph\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/7.png 1080w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 576px) 100vw, 576px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"gtfy-76\">For more inquiries and information, email PAARL at paarlbod@gmail.com or send a us message via PAARL\u2019s Facebook page.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Philippine Association of Academic\/Research Librarians, Inc. 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