ADVENTURES FOR SINGLES, INC. 2010 TERMS AND CONDITIONS*

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RESERVATION:  After initial deposit, final payments are normally due to AFS either 90 prior departure.  After that, you will receive travel documents and tickets.  Last minute bookings may result in higher ticket costs.  Final payment not received when due is considered a cancellation and your deposit forfeited.  

PASSPORT & VISA:  Correct passport name must be provided or you will be responsible for change fees.  It is your responsibility to possess a passport valid for six (6) months after the conclusion of the tour and you must have 2 blank pages in passport.  Passengers denied boarding because of improper documentation will receive no refund nor will refunds be granted for missed flights or unused services and accommodation after travel begins.  If you are not a U.S. citizen, it is your responsibility to obtain visa and proper documentation. 

Visas – Some countries require a visa.  We will inform you if you need to get one. 

TOUR DOCUMENTS:  Most tour documents are delivered by email.  If there are paper docs we’ll send them about 10 days prior by mail.  If you’d like the documents delivered by FedEx (2 day), a $15 fee will be assessed. 

WHAT IS INCLUDED:  Sightseeing per itinerary with service of English speaking guides.  Meals and entrance fees as specified.  Local taxes.  Transportation by deluxe motorcoach, transfers, hotels etc.  Itineraries are usually prepared a year in advance.  Occasionally schedules may be amended to incorporate changes, improvement or adjustment to local conditions. 

NOT INCLUDED:  Phone calls, items of a personal nature, visas and any optional excursions.  Tips associated with tour guides, drivers, etc.  Any cost resulting from deviation of itinerary. 

AIR TRANSPORTATION:  New airline ticket rules require middle name (if on passport), gender and DOB.  Some will require passport copy.  Schedules can change often.  We urge you to re-check exact flight times prior to departure.  Airfare can be subject to change until group is ticketed.  Once ticketed, airlines state that international group ticket is non-refundable after issued in participant’s name.  Groups can save you money but are more restrictive.  Any changes or cancellations carry strict penalties.  We are not responsible for flight delays or cancellations.  If you miss your departure it is your responsibility to reach the destination by working with the airline directly.  International air requires check in 3 hours prior departure.

BAGGAGE:  One suitcase is allowed along with carry on.  Airlines have their own restrictions and imposed limits, especially with carry-on luggage which should not exceed 17”x14”x18”.  Checked bag should not exceed 50lbs. Exceeding airline baggage weight restrictions will incur extra costs.  AFS porterage included for ONE large suitcase between airports and hotel lobby. 

DEVIATIONS:  Please note AFS does not assist with making your individual travel arrangements.  If you request a deviation from the air routing or tour, you will be responsible for any price increase.  Changes include:  destination, departure or return date and gateway city.  AFS incurs financial obligations with deposits before each trip and will impose a $25.00 fee plus any extra charges from airlines or hotels that result from participant amending the scheduled itinerary. 

INSURANCE:   Travel insurance is highly recommended to protect your investment.  Policies cover lost luggage, medical expenses, trip interruptions, etc.  Many individual medical policies do not cover emergencies abroad.  Contact us or TravelSafe for details particularly if you have a pre-existing condition.

AIR TAXES, FUEL & SECURITY FEES:  Airlines have added these fees to cover fuel costs, many taxes and inflation.  They can range from $100 to 600+ depending on the airline and distance.  When we reserve your seats well in advance, the base fare set, but we are only given "estimated fees."  These taxes are imposed after our airline contract has been signed. We make every effort to give you accurate pricing.  The total ticket cost is not solid until we receive your final payment and ticket you usually 45 days out. We block group air seats 10 months ahead of departure.  This holds our reservation, but even deposits in advance are not legal barriers to fare increases.   Feel free to arrange your own air.  

ACCOMMODATIONS:  Most hotels are first class hotels are twin bedded with private bath.  Hotel subject to change.  If necessary substituted hotel will be equivalent to those listed.  Note hotels outside U.S. may be less equipped than those we are used to here. 

LAND PRICES are not always guaranteed.  Foreign currencies in exchange to U.S. dollar fluctuate daily and could affect a price increase.  We have absorbed these sudden increases in the past and will continue to do so when nominal.  If necessary although unlikely, applicable charges will be advised prior to your final payment date.

HEALTH ISSUES:  Participant must be in good health.  At time of booking, we must be advised of any physical disability or mental condition that could affect your ability to participate.   AFS reserves the right to decline your reservation or remove from a trip.

GROUP AIR RESERVATION CANCELLATION: You may opt out of group air anytime prior to 95 days without penalty. A $100 penalty will be imposed when canceling off group air within 94 days of departure. (This is due to stricter airline group air penalties and numerous clients who choose group air only to change their mind at time of ticketing.) After tickets are issued all airline terms apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

AFS operates solely as an independent contractor.  The services of transportation, accommodations, sightseeing, etc. are provided by suppliers.  We issue tickets and travel documents as an agent for the companies that provide these services and they are subject to term and conditions of the respective suppliers.  AFS and its suppliers will make every effort to operate tours as disclosed.  However, circumstances beyond our control may arise requiring an adjustment to the tour and amend the itinerary.  We will do all possible to avoid any changes and to offer substitutions, but we reserve the right to make such modifications if deemed necessary.  If the services set forth cannot be supplied, we will supply comparable services and accommodation.  Additional expenses, if any, shall be on the participant.  Conversely, a refund will be made if savings are affected.  AFS is not responsible for loss or damage to property, baggage, accident, illness, injury or death to persons resulting from any act of suppliers or caused by strike, war, weather, delays, and government regulations. And cause beyond reasonable control.  Services are subject to laws of the country where service is rendered.  Although we investigate each destination thoroughly, we have no special knowledge of changes in foreign entry requirements or health hazards.  You may visit the State Dept. or CDC websites for details.  Any suits in connection with this Agreement shall be litigated, if at all, in the courts of Cobb County, Georgia, to the exclusion of other courts in other states.

 *Please note cruise terms and cancellation penalties may be different depending on the cruiseline.  This information will be distributed on a per cruise basis.