TIME International

1. What happens while we are in Miami? From Friday-Sunday you will be training in the dramas that you will be doing in-country, getting to know your other teammates, your trip directors and learning cultural issues that will help you be more effective in-country. You’ll also be challenged by specially chosen speakers who have been involved in many different missions projects. On the way back we will spend 1 day sharing our experiences with the other teams and preparing to take the experience back home with us.

2. What about our international travel? All the teams will leave for their country sometime on Monday. Specific travel itineraries will be sent to you during the first days of June.

3. What should we bring? In the packet you received there is a packing list.

4. What about the water? Our host missionaries will take care of this for us. In most cases bottled water is provided for them and is readily available.

5. What are the lodging arrangements? Every country varies. You may stay at a camp, motels, missionary homes, or buildings. The group will stay together in one place and it will be safe. It will not be a Hilton, but it will be practical.

6. Will my parents have a phone number to contact me in case of emergencies? Yes. The first thing they should do is contact the TIME office at 305-620-5111. In-country there may not be a phone where you are staying. But we always have phone numbers to reach the missionary.

7. What about immunizations? All travelers should have a tetanus shot up-to-date. We rely on our missionaries to let us know what they would suggest we have done and we in turn will let you know. The main defense against disease in most warm climate countries is mosquito repellent! (Keep in mind that you can contact your local Department of Health if you’re not comfortable with that. The list they give you may be long and unnecessary, so use your own discretion or give us a call.)

8. What about insurance? Each traveler needs regular medical insurance; however, most companies require special circumstances for overseas coverage. Check with your personal policy. NOTE: Any professional medical attention needed while on the trip will be covered by the traveler (or parents) upon the return of the trip. Parents will be notified ASAP if something happens which requires medical attention (sprains, x-rays, etc).

9. How much spending money should I take? About $250 for snacks and souvenirs. Remember you are gone from home for 23 days.

10. Phone cards? These are best to buy in-country!! However, if you have a major Phone Company Card (AT&T, Sprint, MCI, etc) check with them to see if they work in the country where you are going. The only problem is that some of these work better in some countries than others. Reception may also be affected by the specific area where you are in-country.

11. Cell phones? We understand that many will bring their phones. However, please know that there will be times when we will have to turn them OFF so we can accomplish our work. Phones can be used during free time and before curfews. However, we cannot be responsible for the loss or damage of these phones. Also, cell phones will be collected before leaving for your respective countries and kept at the TIME Office until your return. This is to guard against phones being lost or stolen and to stay focused while in-country.

12. Will we be able to communicate with home? YES! We will try to give you access on a weekly basis. Remember, phone and internet services are not readily available in each country. Also, some days you may be on the road traveling to various towns and villages and access will be limited. Important note: NO NEWS IS GOOD NEWS!!

13. What about laundry? At every place our host missionary will help us with this. Please bring powder detergent instead of liquid.

14. DRAMA Clothing? You need to arrive with TWO pairs of solid black nylon athletic pants. Please note the average temperature of the country you will going to when considering the thickness of the lining of these pants. Also, 1 pair of solid black sneakers and at least 5 pairs of solid black crew socks (NOT ankle socks).

15. Is there a dress code? We don’t want clothing to be an issue, but we also do not want to be a distraction when we arrive in-country. If our host missionary asks us to refrain from any certain clothing we will pass that news along to you soon. Again, use good judgement.
Here are some major points:
- Don’t bring clothing with American symbols or slogans.
(American Flag, “United We Stand”, Statue of Liberty, USA, etc.)
- Don’t bring clothing that mentions bands
(Secular or Christian) or TV Shows (Reliant K,
Taking Back Sunday, South Park, etc)

Girls:
- No shirts or t-shirts with spaghetti straps.
Please make sure that all shirts have full backs.
- Bathing suits should be 1 piece.
- Shorts or skirts should be longer than finger tips
when arms are placed at sides.
- Capris or cropped pants are best and less
questionable.
- Shirts should be long enough to not show mid-drift
even when arms are raised.
- At least 1 nice-casual dress or skirt (make sure it’s
long enough) for church services.
- Shoes: Consider the average temperature of the country
where you will be going. Bring something nicer than
flip-flops for church services.
- Enough underwear and socks to go 8 days between
laundry.

Guys:
- Should have a couple of nice-casual button down shirts
for church services.
- Should have a pair of Docker-Style pants for church
services.
- Enough underwear and socks to go 8 days between
laundry.

More details are in your packet



	1. What happens while we are in Miami? From Friday-Sunday you will be training in the dramas that you will be doing in-country, getting to know your other teammates, your trip directors and learning cultural issues that will help you be more effective in-country. You’ll also be challenged by specially chosen speakers who have been involved in many different missions projects. On the way back we will spend 1 day sharing our experiences with the other teams and preparing to take the experience back home with us. 2. What about our international travel? All the teams will leave for their country sometime on Monday. Specific travel itineraries will be sent to you during the first days of June. 3. What should we bring? In the packet you received there is a packing list. 4. What about the water? Our host missionaries will take care of this for us. In most cases bottled water is provided for them and is readily available. 5. What are the lodging arrangements? Every country varies. You may stay at a camp, motels, missionary homes, or buildings. The group will stay together in one place and it will be safe. It will not be a Hilton, but it will be practical. 6. Will my parents have a phone number to contact me in case of emergencies? Yes. The first thing they should do is contact the TIME office at 305-620-5111. In-country there may not be a phone where you are staying. But we always have phone numbers to reach the missionary. 7. What about immunizations? All travelers should have a tetanus shot up-to-date. We rely on our missionaries to let us know what they would suggest we have done and we in turn will let you know. The main defense against disease in most warm climate countries is mosquito repellent! (Keep in mind that you can contact your local Department of Health if you’re not comfortable with that. The list they give you may be long and unnecessary, so use your own discretion or give us a call.) 8. What about insurance? Each traveler needs regular medical insurance; however, most companies require special circumstances for overseas coverage. Check with your personal policy. NOTE: Any professional medical attention needed while on the trip will be covered by the traveler (or parents) upon the return of the trip. Parents will be notified ASAP if something happens which requires medical attention (sprains, x-rays, etc). 9. How much spending money should I take? About $250 for snacks and souvenirs. Remember you are gone from home for 23 days. 10. Phone cards? These are best to buy in-country!! However, if you have a major Phone Company Card (AT&T, Sprint, MCI, etc) check with them to see if they work in the country where you are going. The only problem is that some of these work better in some countries than others. Reception may also be affected by the specific area where you are in-country. 11. Cell phones? We understand that many will bring their phones. However, please know that there will be times when we will have to turn them OFF so we can accomplish our work. Phones can be used during free time and before curfews. However, we cannot be responsible for the loss or damage of these phones. Also, cell phones will be collected before leaving for your respective countries and kept at the TIME Office until your return. This is to guard against phones being lost or stolen and to stay focused while in-country. 12. Will we be able to communicate with home? YES! We will try to give you access on a weekly basis. Remember, phone and internet services are not readily available in each country. Also, some days you may be on the road traveling to various towns and villages and access will be limited. Important note: NO NEWS IS GOOD NEWS!! 13. What about laundry? At every place our host missionary will help us with this. Please bring powder detergent instead of liquid. 14. DRAMA Clothing? You need to arrive with TWO pairs of solid black nylon athletic pants. Please note the average temperature of the country you will going to when considering the thickness of the lining of these pants. Also, 1 pair of solid black sneakers and at least 5 pairs of solid black crew socks (NOT ankle socks). 15. Is there a dress code? We don’t want clothing to be an issue, but we also do not want to be a distraction when we arrive in-country. If our host missionary asks us to refrain from any certain clothing we will pass that news along to you soon. Again, use good judgement. Here are some major points: - Don’t bring clothing with American symbols or slogans. (American Flag, “United We Stand”, Statue of Liberty, USA, etc.) - Don’t bring clothing that mentions bands (Secular or Christian) or TV Shows (Reliant K, Taking Back Sunday, South Park, etc) Girls: - No shirts or t-shirts with spaghetti straps. Please make sure that all shirts have full backs. - Bathing suits should be 1 piece. - Shorts or skirts should be longer than finger tips when arms are placed at sides. - Capris or cropped pants are best and less questionable. - Shirts should be long enough to not show mid-drift even when arms are raised. - At least 1 nice-casual dress or skirt (make sure it’s long enough) for church services. - Shoes: Consider the average temperature of the country where you will be going. Bring something nicer than flip-flops for church services. - Enough underwear and socks to go 8 days between laundry. Guys: - Should have a couple of nice-casual button down shirts for church services. - Should have a pair of Docker-Style pants for church services. - Enough underwear and socks to go 8 days between laundry. More details are in your packet