Terms of Service
Please read these Terms of Service ("Terms") carefully before using the website or services of Originalinaya Lipa. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Originalinaya Lipa ("we," "us," or "our") governing your use of our website, products, and services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using our website (originalinaya-lipa.com), booking our tours, or otherwise using our services, you agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our website or services.
2. Services
Originalinaya Lipa provides tour and travel services in Great Britain, including but not limited to:
- Customized travel itineraries
- Guided tours
- Transportation services
- Accommodation bookings
- Activity and attraction bookings
- Travel consultations
3. Booking and Payments
3.1 Booking Process
To book our services, you must:
- Provide accurate and complete information
- Be at least 18 years of age or have parental/guardian permission
- Have the legal capacity to enter into binding contracts
- Agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy
3.2 Confirmation
A booking is only confirmed after we send a written confirmation and have received the required deposit or full payment. Until these conditions are met, no contract exists between you and Originalinaya Lipa.
3.3 Payments
Payment terms:
- We accept major credit cards, bank transfers, and other payment methods specified at the time of booking
- A non-refundable deposit (typically 25% of the total cost) is required to secure your booking
- Full payment is due 60 days before the tour start date unless otherwise specified
- For bookings made within 60 days of the tour start date, full payment is required at the time of booking
- All prices are in British Pounds (£) unless otherwise specified
4. Cancellations and Refunds
4.1 Cancellations by You
If you need to cancel a confirmed booking, our refund policy is as follows:
- Cancellations more than 60 days before the tour start date: Full refund minus the non-refundable deposit
- Cancellations 31-60 days before the tour start date: 50% refund minus the non-refundable deposit
- Cancellations 15-30 days before the tour start date: 25% refund minus the non-refundable deposit
- Cancellations 14 days or less before the tour start date: No refund
All cancellations must be submitted in writing via email to [email protected].
4.2 Cancellations by Us
We reserve the right to cancel a tour or service due to:
- Force majeure events (see Section 5)
- Insufficient number of participants
- Health and safety concerns
- Any other circumstance beyond our reasonable control
In such cases, we will offer:
- A full refund of all monies paid, or
- An alternative tour of comparable standard, subject to availability and your acceptance
We are not responsible for any incidental expenses that you may have incurred as a result of your booking, such as visa fees, vaccinations, non-refundable flights, or travel insurance premiums.
4.3 Changes to Bookings
If you wish to make changes to your booking, please contact us as soon as possible. We will try to accommodate your requests, but changes cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
5. Force Majeure
We are not liable for any delay or failure to perform our obligations if such delay or failure results from events, circumstances, or causes beyond our reasonable control. These include but are not limited to:
- Natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, or other natural events
- War, civil unrest, terrorism, or threats of terrorism
- Labor disputes or strikes
- Pandemics, epidemics, or public health emergencies
- Government actions or restrictions
- Technical problems or unexpected service interruptions
In such circumstances, we reserve the right to cancel, alter, or postpone tours and services without liability.
6. Travel Documents and Requirements
You are responsible for:
- Ensuring you have valid passports, visas, permits, and health certificates required for your journey
- Complying with all applicable laws, regulations, and entry requirements of the destinations you visit
- Obtaining and maintaining appropriate travel insurance for the duration of your trip
We are not liable for any issues arising from inadequate documentation or failure to comply with travel requirements.
7. Health and Fitness
You must:
- Inform us of any pre-existing medical conditions, disabilities, or special requirements before booking
- Ensure you are in suitable physical condition to participate in the activities included in your tour
- Follow all safety guidelines and instructions provided by our guides and partners
We reserve the right to refuse service to anyone whose health or fitness level may put themselves or others at risk.
8. Liability Limitation
To the maximum extent permitted by law:
- Our liability for any claims arising out of these Terms or our services is limited to the amount paid by you for the relevant booking
- We are not liable for any indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages
- We are not liable for the acts, errors, omissions, representations, warranties, breaches, or negligence of any third-party suppliers or for any personal injuries, death, property damage, or other damages resulting therefrom
Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits our liability for:
- Death or personal injury caused by our negligence
- Fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation
- Any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited by English law
9. Intellectual Property
All content on our website, including text, graphics, logos, images, audio, video, and software, is the property of Originalinaya Lipa or our licensors and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws.
You may not:
- Use our content for commercial purposes without our express written permission
- Modify, reproduce, or create derivative works based on our content
- Remove any copyright, trademark, or other proprietary notices from our content
10. User Conduct
When using our website or services, you agree not to:
- Violate any applicable laws or regulations
- Infringe the rights of others
- Submit false or misleading information
- Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems or interfere with the functionality of our website
- Use our website or services for any harmful, fraudulent, or illegal purpose
- Engage in behavior that is disrespectful, offensive, or disruptive to our staff, partners, or other travelers
11. Privacy
Our Privacy Policy governs the collection, use, and sharing of your personal information. By using our website or services, you consent to our processing of your information as described in the Privacy Policy.
12. Reviews and Feedback
By submitting reviews, comments, suggestions, or other feedback about our services:
- You grant us a non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and irrevocable right to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, and distribute your content worldwide
- You confirm that your content is accurate, does not violate any third-party rights, and complies with these Terms
We reserve the right to remove or edit any content that violates these Terms or that we find objectionable for any reason.
13. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising under or in connection with these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.
14. Amendments to Terms
We may update these Terms from time to time. The current version will be posted on our website with the "Last Updated" date. By continuing to use our website or services after changes are posted, you accept the revised Terms.
15. Contact Information
If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us at:
Originalinaya Lipa
15 Market Street, Keswick
Cumbria, CA12 5BT
United Kingdom
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +44 17687 75488
Last updated: November 10, 2023