What To Bring And To Pack
- Online registration by May 10 qualifies you for high security tours, if available. Later applicants will be submitted for tours without assurances. Great alternative tours will be available.
- $25 nonrefundable deposit sent with your application secures your registration. The $400 balance is due by May 15, 2026.
- Full discounted tuition of $425 is due no later than May 15, 2026. Regular full price tuition is due after May 15, 2026.
- Make payment online or by mail.
- Arrival at the dorm to register for the conference is between 2:00pm to 4:00pm, Monday, June 15.
- Graduation commencement is 6:30pm, Friday June 19.
- Departure from the dormitories is before 10:00 am, Saturday, June 20.
What you will need to bring with you!
Sleeping
- Warm sleep‑wear (dorm can be cool at night)
- Pillow
- Bedding is already provided.
Hygiene & Personal Care
- Wash cloth
- Soap
- Shampoo
- Deodorant
- Kleenex
- Antibacterial hand lotion
- Sunscreen lotion
- Lotion (optional)
- Aspirin
- Band‑aids
- Blister cream/pad
- Mole skin (better than band‑aids for blisters)
- Medicine you need or might need
Documents & Essentials
- Medical release
- Bible
- Pen/pencils
- Diary notebook
- Paper
- Ten thank‑you cards, envelopes, and stamps (or stationery + stamps)
- Money (metro rail, souvenirs, emergencies, lost ticket, extra meals/snacks, one special lunch)
Electronics
- Mobile phone
- Laptop, iPad, etc. (optional)
Gear & Accessories
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- Laundry bag
- Water bottle
- Camera (optional)
- Umbrella or poncho
- Ear plugs
- Hat
- Sunglasses
LTIA Dress Code
Girls
Always
- Skirts/dresses below the knee (including the under‑layer if sheer).
- Clothing must be modest, loose‑fitting, and not low‑cut.
- No pants or shorts outside the dorm.
- No sleeveless shirts.
- Tops must cover your stomach even when you raise your hands.
- Undergarments must never show.
Lectures & VIP Meetings
Wear:
- Professional/Sunday dress: dresses, skirt sets, suits (with skirts).
- Closed‑toe dress shoes, sling‑backs, or sling‑back peep‑toe.
Do NOT wear:
- Pant suits
- Jean skirts or pencil skirts
- Flip‑flops or sandals
Daily Tours
Wear:
- Comfortable, professional dress shoes
- Light, breathable fabrics (cotton recommended)
Do NOT wear:
- Denim or khaki skirts
- Athletic shoes or sneakers
- Sandals during VIP visits (okay only while traveling to the location)
Last‑Day Tours Only
Allowed ONLY on the final day:
- Denim or khaki skirts (not low‑rise, faded, or split above the knee)
- Tennis shoes (also allowed for evening fellowship and Night Walk Tour)
Evening Walk Tour
- Nice casual skirt + modest top/blouse/polo
- Tennis shoes must be solid color with no markings.
Guys
Always
- Pants/slacks/khakis must be standard fit with a straight or flare hem (a slight outward opening at the bottom—NOT tapered, skinny, or jogger style)
- No jeans with holes, cargo pockets, or cargo‑style khakis
- No T‑shirts, v‑necks, sleeveless, floral prints, or shirts with words
- Tennis shoes must be solid color with no markings and fully laced,
Lectures & VIP Meetings
Wear:
- Slacks + belt + button‑up shirt
- Tie and dress shoes required
- Suit or sport coat optional
Tours Without VIP Meetings
Wear:
- Nice casual khakis
- Button‑up shirt, polo, or LTIA polo
- Casual loafers or clean, solid‑colored tennis shoes (simple, non‑athletic styles that look good with slacks—no running shoes, mesh sneakers, or bold logos)
Evening Tour
- Nice casual khakis + polo or LTIA polo
Weather Reminder
It will be hot, humid, and full of walking. Choose breathable fabrics and comfortable, professional shoes.
Behavior code!
- Conduct must be becoming of a Godly, disciplined young adult.
- Be encouraging, edifying, and enthusiastic. You are going to have fun!
- Participation in all activities. All activities are organized and supervised.
- Boy-girl pairing up is not allowed during the conference.