Here are some general FAQs to help you prepare.

• When is the trip and what does the agenda look like?

  Celebrate this year's Young Living Academy graduates with us in Ecuador from February 3rd to the 8th, 2026. Below is a tentative agenda:

  Tuesday, February 3

  Arrive in Guayaquil, Ecuador, and travel to NovaVita at the Young Living Finca Botinca Farm for your stay.

  Wednesday, February 4

  Spend the day experiencing all that the Finca Botanica farm has to offer. Then in the afternoon, you'll have the opportunity to tour the Young Living Academy and spend time with your student and their family. 

  Thursday, February 5

  Attend Kindergarten graduation to celebrate our youngest graduates in the morning followed by more community project presentations. After having lunch with your student, either attend the graduating class forum where our seniors share the impactful moments that shaped them, or participate in activities with the students!

  Friday, February 6

  Attend 6th-grade graduation in the morning, followed by the remaining graduating class forums or activity time and a visit to the Chongón community center.

  Saturday, February 7

  Celebrate the graduating class of 2026 during the Academy's high school commencement and graduation celebration!

  Sunday, February 8

  Travel back to Guayaquil to catch your return flight.

• How do I RSVP and when do I need to RSVP by?

  Please RSVP no later than Sunday, December 14. You will receive additional details, including how to submit your deposit, by December 15.

• How much does the trip cost? What does the cost cover?

  The cost of this trip is $1,300 USD for the primary guest and $800 for each guest and includes accommodations at NovaVita at the beautiful Finca Botanica farm, in-country transportation, meals, and activities for the duration of your stay. You’ll arrange your own flights separately.

  Deposit: 

  • $300 nonrefundable deposit (applied toward your total trip cost) due Friday, December 19, 2025

  Final Payment: 

  • Remaining balance ($1000 primary guest and $500 for each guest) due January 19, 2026

  Paying in installments:

  • If you’d like to pay in installments, please contact Michelle Inchiglema at minchiglema@youngliving.com to make arrangements.

  Should any funds remain after all trip expenses have been paid, they will be donated to the Young Living Academy.

• Can I pay in installments?

  If you’d like to pay in installments, please contact Michelle Inchiglema at minchiglema@youngliving.com to make arrangements.

• Who handles flights and accommodations?

  The Young Living Foundation will organize your accommodations at the beautiful NovaVita, in-country transportation, meals, and activities for your time in Ecuador!

  You will book your flights separately from the trip cost, giving you the freedom to fly with your preferred airline to José Joaquín de Olmedo International Airport in Guayaquil, Ecuador (GYE).

  Please plan to arrive on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, and depart Sunday, February 8, 2026.

  **If you'd like to extend your stay beyond the trip dates, you will be personally responsible for any additional expenses incurred. Please contact Michelle Inchiglema at minchiglema@youngliving.com.

• If I can't make it to Ecuador, will the graduation be live streamed?

  As much as we’d love to celebrate with you in person, we know that travel isn’t always possible. If you can’t make the trip, you can still be part of this special moment by registering for the live stream of the graduation. We’ll send an emailed invitation with more details as we get closer to the big day.

• What are the current entry requirements for Ecuador?

  • U.S. citizens (and most other nationalities) do not need a visa for tourist stays of up to 90 days in Ecuador.
  • Your passport must be valid for at least six months beyond the date of entry.
  • A blank page in the passport is required for the entry/exit stamps. 
  • You may be asked at immigration to show proof of a return or onward ticket and, occasionally, proof of sufficient funds for your stay. 
  • Health / Vaccination: There are currently no COVID-19 vaccination or testing requirements for entry. 

  • Land border entry requirements: If entering via land from neighbouring countries (e.g., Colombia or Peru), additional documentation such as an apostilled criminal‐record certificate may be required

  Please note, procedures may change at any time. For the latest entry guidelines to Ecuador, visit the website of the U.S. Embassy and Consulate in Ecuador. To receive important updates, U.S. citizens should register their travel in Ecuador in the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program.

• Who can I contact for more information?

  Please email our events manager Michelle Inchiglema at minchiglema@youngliving.com with any specific questions you may have.

• Can I extend my stay in Ecuador beyond the trip dates?

  If you'd like to extend your stay beyond the trip dates, you will be personally responsible for any additional expenses incurred. Please contact Michelle Inchiglema at minchiglema@youngliving.com.