Galapagos booking conditions, payment schedule

This section contains meaningful and noteworthy information, as well as terms and conditions, applicable to the travel package you are booking.

PAYMENT:

In order to process the necessary reservations, a certain amount, per person, is required by check.

(*) The discounted package price(s) quoted reflect a reduction for check, money order, or bank wire payments. For payment by any other means a 4% to 5% charge will be added to the final invoice (to cover out-of-pocket costs).

GALAPAGOS YACHT CHARTERS/THE OPERATOR WILL CONFIRM SERVICES AND ISSUE AN INVOICE AND APPLICABLE TRAVEL DOCUMENTS AFTER THE REQUIRED DEPOSIT/PAYMENT IS RECEIVED.

Additional payments may be required after confirmation of the services.
Final payment is due a minimum of 62 days prior to departure.
Services and the various components are sold only as a "package". No "breakdowns".
All rates for the arrangements are based on the value of the U.S. dollar in relation to foreign currencies and on tariffs in effect as of the date of the quotation, and are subject to adjustment (up or down), at anytime.
Any change, whatsoever, in the services featured in the quoted itinerary will modify the price(s). We reserve the right to impose a service fee for each and every change requested after the services have been confirmed.

GALAPAGOS YACHT CHARTERS/ THE OPERATOR REQURES THAT THE PASSENGER(S) FILL OUT A DOCUMENTATION FORM WITH FULL NAME(S) AS SPELLED IN THE PASSPORT(S), AS WELL AS PHOTOCOPIES OF THE FIRST PAGE OF THE PASSPORT(S) BEFORE RESERVATIONS MAY BE PROCESSED.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS:

U.S. citizens need a valid passport for travel abroad. Passport(s) should be valid for at least 6 months at time of travel. For specific VISA requirements, please consult the applicable consulate(s) in the United States or a "visa service". We are not responsible for losses of any kind, due to problems with travel documents! It is the ultimate responsibility of the passenger(s) to have all the necessary travel documents in order. For those traveling to Brazil, you may find visa information helpful at the following internet address: www.brasilemb.org.

HOTEL(S):

The package price includes accommodations at the hotel(s) specified in the day-by-day itinerary or similar, including taxes and service charges. In remote areas, the best available properties will be utilized. Specific type of accommodations can only be requested, not guaranteed. Furthermore, the package price is based on STANDARD grade rooms or "run of the house". Deluxe grade rooms with specific type of "views" and/or "setups" can only be provided upon payment of extra "upgrade" charges. Details on request. Regular check-in and check-out times apply at the hotels. For passenger(s) arriving early in the morning or departing late at night, early check-in and/or late check out can be guaranteed, upon payment of supplemental charges (to be added to the package price). The right is reserved to substitute hotels for similar ones, should circumstances necessitate.

TRANSFERS AND SIGHTSEEING:

Include the services of English speaking guides (as indicated); including baggage and handling tips outside customs and immigration area(s) at airport(s) and hotel(s) (door-men only).

PAYMENT POLICY:

The deposit is 100% applied towards the final payment. NOTE: Additional deposits that may be required to guarantee reservations will be stipulated once the reservations are confirmed. Full payment is required no less than 62 days prior to departure. During periods of high season travel, or during festivities or local holidays, immediate and NON-REFUNDABLE payment(s) may be required.

CANCELLATION POLICY:

Cancellations received after payment of the required deposit(s) and more than 61 days prior to departure, are subject to forfeiture of 100% of the deposit(s), plus any other charges imposed by our suppliers at the time of cancellation. Additionally, for cancellation received from 60 to 31 days prior to departure, an additional 50% of the total package price will be forfeited for cancellations received less than 30 days prior to departure, the total package will be forfeited. "No Shows" are subject to a 100% cancellation fee. These conditions are strictly enforced. Once on tour, there are no refunds for unused services, for any reason whatsoever. Stricter policies may apply for bookings during holiday periods and/or "peak season" dates.

RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE:

Galapagos Yacht Charters, San Diego, California, its "Internet Sales and Marketing Agents" and the Operator(s), act only as independent contractors and agree to use the best judgment and discretion in regard to advertising and arranging travel, whether by railroad, bus, motor car, boat or airplane and booking accommodations and assumes no liability for any injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity which may be occasioned either by reason of defect in any vehicle or through the negligent acts or default of any person or company engaged in conveying or booking the passengers or by virtue of any act or omission of any person or company in carrying our the arrangements of the tour.

We accept no responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delay or changes in air or other services, or due to sickness, weather, strikes, war, quarantine or other such causes, whether resulting from the acts or omissions of others. Any losses or expenses will have to be borne by the passenger(s), as the package price provides arrangements only for the time states. All prices are based upon current tariffs and current exchange rates and are subject to adjustment in the event of changes therein. All cruise, air, rail and land arrangements are subject to adjustment/change due to operational conditions beyond the control of Galapagos Yacht Charters, San Diego, California, its "Internet Sales and Marketing Agents" and the Operator(s).

TRAVEL INSURANCE:

We strongly recommend that the passenger(s) purchase travel and trip cancellation insurance to protect their travel investment, in case the passenger(s) find it necessary to cancel part of or the entire trip. The cancellation policy is strict. For further information on insurance, please go to www.alltripinsurance.com This is a link directly to our insurance suppliers. For those passenger(s) who decline to purchase travel insurance Galapagos Yacht Charters requires that a release form be signed.

FORUM SELECTION NOTICE:

Any and all disputes arising out of this agreement shall exclusively be brought before the appropriate court in the county of San Diego, within the state of California. The law governing this agreement shall be either the federal or state law applicable to the dispute in force within the state of California during the time period of the alleged dispute.

BAGGAGE:

Baggage and personal effects are solely the responsibility of the owners at all times. We are not responsible for damaged or lost baggage, for any reason, whatsoever. Please purchase travel/trip cancellation/ baggage insurance to protect your property.

PERSONAL EXPENSES:

Not included in the price are personal expenses such as alcoholic beverages, telephone charges, and laundry. Other expenses such as excess baggage charges and personal transfers are not included.

VACCINATION:

All passengers are recommended to consult their personal physician for any vaccination recommendations. Vaccinations requirements vary according to the country. Alternatively, the official government authority is:

CENTER FOR DISEASE CONTROL AND PREVENTION

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TEL: (404) 639-3311

WEBSITE: WWW.CDC.ORG

If you have any questions or concerns, please call us. We are here to assist you. Thank you for your patronage and the opportunity to serve you.

BON VOYAGE!!!