We have put these pages together to assist in answering common questions. Please read through this sheet first; if you have more questions, please email: intertribalyouth [at] gmail [dot] com or Contact Us Here.
or call: 858- 314-8821 to speak to us. If you get voice mail, please leave a clear message.

Frequently Asked Questions FAQ sheet

Step 1: Get Passport. It’s Easy.
Begin your passport application at your local post office, you will need certified birth certificate, two pictures, and your appointment at the U.S. Post Office, passport services office or on-line. Service time for processing passports can range from “regular” 4-6 weeks OR “Expedited” 2-3 weeks or 5 business days. Please see full instructions and how to apply on-line visit: http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/passports/new.html

Step 2: Shop your Flight April 4 (Arrival) and April 9 (Departure/Return)
Book your Flight to Kingston (KIN) Jamaica
Airport pick-up/ and drop off at Kinston (KIN) Airport in Jamaica will be provided by our staff on
April 4 (Arrival) and
April 9 (Departure/Return) 
International flight is separate and not included in the Native Like Water program registration. Please shop  ASAP for your flights. Your international flight is to Kingston, KIN-Norman Manley Airport. Depending on airport and when you book, tickets average $400-$700 Roundtrip. If you need an early arrival or later departure please let us know. 

Step 3: Early Registration Cost, Confirmation Program Cost per person for early registration is $1300.00. Prior to February 15, 2024 1st payment deposit of $500 per person will be required. This will guarantee your space in program and be non-refundable. The remaining payment of $800 per person will be made by or before March 20, 2024. You do have the option of paying with one payment by Febuary 15 if you choose. If you need to make payments, fundraise, please make a goal and request a support letter.

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Program Cost Includes All Lodging, Daily Meals, Private Transportation to all locations named, Personalized Tours and Admissions, individual pick-up/drop at airport. There will be 2-3 nights tent camping, inter-tribal community teaching, program logistics. 
Not included in cost: International Flight (average cost $400-$800 round-trip) to Kingston Jamaica, 1 Closing Dinner. 

Payments:
Check or Money Order
Made to: One World BRIDGE-NLW [non-profit 501c3]
6 Elm Ave.
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
Memo: Participate Name (s) Jamaica 24
Tax ID or Accounting info: 619-708-7858 

On-Line Payments click button

Step 4: NLW Travel Voucher
Participant will be notified by NLW once 1st payment is received with registration. Participant will receive travel voucher, liability waivers and a list of what to bring by or before Feb 21st with receipt of your final (second) payment. You may choose to pay with one Payment as well by March

Frequently Asked Questions and Registration steps (FAQ's):

Who can come to this? The Native Like Water Sweet Jamaica Educational International Exchange is designed for folks with sincere interest in intellectual, cultural exchange that is enjoyable. It is designed for teenagers, adults, and any educational level. No one - regardless of age or education feels out of place. This program is a comforting, inter-generational learning experience.   

What Steps should I take to come? Register and Payment using the Reg and Payment buttons.

What is included in the Program Cost? Includes Lodging, Daily Meals (except for last night group dinner), Private Transportation to all locations named, Personalized Tours and Admissions to Bob Marley Museum, Earth Family Gathering, individual pick-up/drop at airport, inter-tribal community teaching, program logistics. 

Not included in cost: International Flight (average cost $400-$700 round-trip) to Kingston (KIN- N. Manley Airport) and last night closing group dinner.

What is the purpose of this trip?  We will take a close look into Jamaican Arts, Culture, Sovereignty and Sustainability of the Indigenous people and region. Special attention will be given to ecological sustainability, science and cultural exchange.

Is there physical difficulty in the activities? The experience and adventure is casual and physical demand is very mild. Participant always retains the decision on how and when to participate in activities, according to their comfort level. One should have an affinity with outdoor activity.

What is the weather like? Temperature and climate is primarily tropical and mild in the mountains. Temps range from 60 degrees to 95 degrees. There will be sun and rain and mild humidity. Nothing unbearable. We send a “what to bring list”.

Are there Scholarships Available? Scholarships only for youth ages 16-19 for the Jamaica program based on income and are reserved for youth of need. Sponsors are available; however, the process must be initiated by the participant within your community. Participant must first locate potential sponsor. We assist participant with this process once participant has named potential sponsor with contact information. Follow through and supporting necessary information upon request. This is a method that has proved successful by past NLW International Travel program participants. Please place confidence in yourself and your dreams. For scholarships, visit our website for Nahko, Ilimanator for youth ages 16-19. Adults may request sponsorship letters, yet no scholarships for folks older than 19 years of age.

Chaperones? Group Leader? NLW Director and at least 1 other leader (TBA) will maintain logistics and lead the exchange experience along with local cultural specialists, professors, and tour guides. We will follow the educational guide and safety cues of local professionals during visits and travel.

Keeping in touch with participant? We will supply direct cell phone numbers to reach staff for emergency, with the exception when in areas of limited cell access. There will be access to WiFi Internet during at least 70% of the time while in Jamaica. Enough leisure time is provided to stay connected to friends and family via WiFi. 

Where do participants sleep and what are the arrangements? Accommodations will always be clean, comfortable and range from modest to rustically majestic. Male and female participants, unless traveling as a family or significant other will be separated when required. There is 2 to 3 nights tent camping while at Earth Family Gathering. Like all our programs, we are respectful to the wishes of all families and preferences. Please contact us if you have further questions or concerns.

Safety? Like on all U.S. reservations, urban areas, and localized areas that Native Like Water visits, we are guided by locals with our group safety as our main priority.  We respect local law of the land and provide safety orientations on the first day of the tour. Native Like Water Tour leaders and have worked safely with youth and adults in Latin America and Caribbean for over 20 years.

Refunds? What if I cancel before the Trip and I already paid my first payment? If an unseen circumstance arises and participant is unable to travel on March 28th, participant’s first payment cannot be refunded. However, second payment can be refunded if given NLW notice prior to March 1.  No deposit refunds can be provided if we are notified after March 1.
Note: Participant international flight refund of ticket (booked separately on your own) will be good for 1 year upon contacting the airline for canceling. You must contact the airline directly and immediately if this occurs. Airline may incur a fee to change your ticket, but you will not lose airline ticket. Usually, you may use it up to one year and may be used for NLW following program to Jamaica.

Refunds, after second payment? If participant is unable to travel after you have made your second payment of $800, 50% of your total payment (minus your deposit) will be refunded. Native Like Water will need to be contacted prior to March 1 to ensure this. Unfortunately, we are unable to refund payments after this date, due to reservation commitments made on participant’s behalf in Jamaica.

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The Bob Marley Museum at Hope Road, Kingston, Jamaica