Terms & Conditions

Terms & Conditions

STATEMENT OF DISCLOSURE
Holbrook Travel, Inc., the North American Butterfly Association, the National Butterfly Center and/or its agents, representatives, directors, members, volunteers and employees assume no responsibility or liability in connection with the performance service of any train, vessel, carriage, aircraft, motor or other mode of transportation which may be used wholly or in part. Neither will they be responsible for any act, error, or omission, or for any injury, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity which may be occurred by reason of any defect in any vehicle, or through neglect or default of any company or person engaged in conveying the participant, or for any hotel proprietor, or for any other person engaged in carrying out the purpose for which tickets or coupons are issued. In the event it becomes necessary or advisable to alter the itinerary or arrangements for any reason whatsoever, such alterations may be made without penalty to the tour operators. Additional expenses, if any, shall be borne by the participants. 
 
No special considerations are made for medical conditions or physical handicaps. The participant accepts full responsibility for evaluating his/her fitness for this expedition, and shall bear any additional expense should he/she be physically unable to participate in any or all portions. The right is reserved to withdraw any or all tours should conditions warrant, also declining to accept or retain any passenger as a member of the tour. In such instances, full or equitable amount will be refunded, but this amount shall not exceed the amount paid by the participant. No refund can be made for any feature of the program not used by the participant during operation of the tour. 
 
The sole responsibility of any airline used in these tours is limited to that set out in the participant contract evidenced by the ticket. Airlines and other carriers are not responsible for any act,
omission, or events; during the time passengers are not on board their planes or conveyances. Similar responsibility as noted above applies to all types of carriers, including car rental companies. The services of any IATA and ATC carrier may be used in connection with these tours. The participant understands that if he/she books special low cost airfares with penalties, and cancels the reservation, he/she is responsible for any penalties incurred from the airline. 
 
All contracts for services provided by Holbrook Travel, Inc., and its affiliates are entered into in the State of Florida and all parties to such contracts submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the
courts of the State of Florida.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 
If you become ill or are injured, your local guide, supported by the Tour Operator staff, will make every reasonable effort to find medical help. Therefore, it is important that you advise them of any problem when it first arises. Should you become seriously ill or unable to participate in the program for any reason, arrangements will be made to return you home as safely as circumstances allow. Individuals with disabilities are asked to declare and describe in advance their specific conditions or circumstances that require special accommodations or arrangements. 

WAIVER
I agree that I intend to be fully bound to the maximum extent permissible under laws, having been informed that I may be participating in the below activities. While I understand that Holbrook Travel, Inc., the North American Butterfly Association and the National Butterfly Center have made every effort to secure a safe program, I do recognize the inherent risk of travel, including personal injury or death, as well as the risk of property damage or loss of property taken on this trip. I certify that I have been advised to carry the elective travel insurance for myself. I agree to indemnify all stated parties in this document of any and all costs, including attorney’s fees, should litigation, mediation, or other proceedings occur as a result of participation in any of the following activities: hiking, whitewater rafting, swimming, snorkeling, diving, game safaris, turtle patrols, horseback riding, and transportation via boat/vehicle/aircraft.
 
I am aware that in the event of gross misbehavior (inclusive of drinking, abusive behavior, and disruption to the itinerary), the operator, hosting organization, or Holbrook Travel has the
right to refuse service and may require the participant to return home at additional expense. I agree that photographs taken of me during this trip may be used by Holbrook Travel, the North American Butterfly Association, and the National Butterfly Center for marketing materials or other purposes. I agree that it is my personal responsibility to verify that I have the proper documentation and/or vaccinations required to travel to this destination.

TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Land cost includes accommodations, meals, activities, local transfers, and tours as described in the itinerary (including hotel/restaurant taxes as applicable). Accommodations listed in the itinerary are subject to availability and those of similar or better quality may be substituted. Unless otherwise specified in your itinerary, land cost does not include airfare, gratuities, departure taxes, passport or visa fees, alcoholic beverages, bottled water, or items of a personal nature. In-flight meals not served or missed due to flight changes are not covered. 
 
A deposit of $250 per person (unless otherwise noted in your itinerary) and completed enrollment form is necessary to reserve your space on the trip. This deposit is applied to the total cost of the trip. All final payments are due no later than 95 days prior to departure. Cancellations received on or before 101 days prior to departure are refundable less a $250 per person processing fee, unless otherwise noted in your itinerary. Cancellations received on or after 100-0 days prior to departure are non-refundable. All cancellations must be received within writing; however, they will be considered effective upon advisement of the cancellation. We strongly recommend the purchase of travel and trip cancellation insurance. For more information, visit travelinsured.com.