FYA Journeys

FYA JOurneys

Inspirational journeys for young leaders to build creative confidence & develop flourishing mindsets

FYA offers two types of jmmersive travel experiences for families or student groups:

  • Seasonal life design retreats

  • Global expeditions to creativity and innovation hubs.

Each journey blends relaxation, reflection, studio practice, and real-world exploration where participants learn to spot strengths, expand their cultural perspective, and design purposeful lives.

GEM Journeys

GEM Journeys are curated learning expeditions to places known for creativity, innovation, and cultural vitality.

Students study flourishing in context—observing how different regions cultivate design excellence, entrepreneurship, and community well-being.

During GEM Journeys, young people:

  • Visit studios, startups, and cultural institutions

  • Meet local innovators and designers

  • Study strengths across cultures

  • Prototype ideas inspired by what they observe

  • Reflect on how to bring excellence home

Every journey connects global insight to local action—so students return with expanded perspective and tangible next steps.

Life Design Retreats

FYA Life Design retreats designed to help young people step out of routine and into intentional growth.

Grounded in the rhythms of the seasons these retreats guide students through strengths discovery, life design strategy, creative experimentation, and reflective integration.

Participants explore:

  • Personal strengths and energy patterns

  • Purpose exploration and future mapping

  • Creative confidence development

  • Global citizenship and cultural appreciation

  • Rest, reflection, and renewal practices

Each retreat blends studio workshops, experiential learning, and guided reflection—so students leave not just inspired, but equipped.

Let’s travel together

We’d love to hear from educators or families looking for innovative and inspirational travel experiences.