World Connect is delighted you will be joining the 2019 Journey to Ecuador. Below you will find important information that will be useful for registering for the delegation and planning your trip to Ecuador.
REGISTRATION FORM:
The registration & payment deadline is March 8, 2019. World Connect will accept registrations after March 8th if space permits. Please complete the following Registration Form at your earliest convenience (Click here). This allows us to easily record your vital travel information.
Once we receive your Registration Form, we will send you an invoice for payment. Kindly note that we cannot hold your spot without payment.
INTERNATIONAL FLIGHTS:
International flights are booked by travelers independently. If you would like the contact information for a trusted independent travel agent, Elevate Destinations is happy to provide you with this information. Kindly forward your international flight information to Megan (megan@elevatedestinations.com) once you have booked your flights. We recommend arriving and departing on the following dates, but you are welcome to arrive earlier or depart later:
Main Program:
Arrive Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO)* anytime on April 7th*, 2019
Leave Mariscal Sucre International Airport (UIO) anytime on April 13, 2019
*While the program begins on April 7th, please let us know if you would like to arrive earlier and we’d be happy to assist with pre-trip arrangements. We are also able to arrange post-trip day rooms before your departure flight. Please see the Extend Your Travel tab for more information.
Please note that the domestic flight will have luggage restrictions, and pack accordingly for your international flight (see In-Country Information).
TRAVEL INSURANCE:
Elevate Destinations strongly recommends that all travelers have travel insurance for any trip they wish to take with us. Please note that some insurance options require purchase within 24 hours of making payment for your trip. We encourage you to review your travel insurance options before making payment to Elevate Destinations.
Elevate Destinations is partnered with the Travel Insurance Center, a broker of travel protection products. For assistance, contact Alan Lightbody, Agent Representative, E-mail alightbody@travelinsurancecenter.com, Toll Free 1-866-979-6753 Ext. 3648, or Direct 402-343-3648.
Guests may acquire travel insurance through the Travel Insurance Center, or any other travel insurance company of their choosing. Elevate Destinations recommends that travelers evaluate the insurance options available for their needs, and inquire with providers about insurance that will provide coverage if the trip needs to be cancelled.
PASSPORT:
Please make sure your passport is current and valid for at least six months beyond your trip departure date. Your passport should have at least 2 blank pages for the entry and exit stamps, or more if you are visiting several countries on this trip. Please note that the last two amendment pages are not acceptable for visas and immigration stamps.
VISA/TOURIST CARD:
There is no visa required for U.S. citizens to travel to Ecuador.