TAUSSIG AND ASSOCIATES LLC, d/b/a TAUSSIG TRAVEL

Booking Agreement - Terms and Conditions

Taussig Travel is a travel agency offering tours and leisure travel to our clients. The  terms "we", "us", "our", and “Taussig Travel” refer to Taussig and Associates LLC, d/b/a  Taussig Travel, a Pennsylvania limited liability company. The term "you" “traveler” refers  to the traveler making a booking with us and all members of their group.

CONTRACT. We draw your attention to the terms and conditions of travel below, these  terms and conditions including all brochures, documents, correspondence and the  terms and conditions of our suppliers form the basis of the contract with you. Before  making a booking with us you must ensure that you have read and understood these  terms and conditions (raising any questions you may have with us). Please be aware  that these terms and conditions contain waivers of liability as well as waiver of  class action and venue selection and notice clauses. By asking us to confirm your  booking you are accepting all of the terms and conditions laid out below and  acknowledging that you have read the terms of this contract and agree with it. 

If you are making a booking as a group, the leader of the group is responsible for  sharing these Terms and Conditions with all members of the group and is financially  responsible for the booking. We will not be liable for a group leader’s failure to share these Terms with all travelers in their group.

You represent and warrant that (a) you are of sufficient age to use our services and  website and can create binding legal obligations in connection with your use, (b) you are  legally authorized to act on behalf of those you represent and accept these terms and  conditions on their behalf, and (c) the information supplied by you or members of your  group is true and correct.

VIOLATIONS BY YOU. You agree that any violation of any such terms and conditions  may result in (a) the cancellation of your reservation or purchase, (b) your forfeiture of  any monies paid for your reservation or purchase, and (c) you being denied access to  the applicable travel related product or service.

CHANGES TO THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. Taussig Travel reserves the right,  in our sole discretion, to change these terms and conditions at any time. Updated  versions of the terms and conditions will be posted here on this website and are  effective immediately on posting. If we make material changes, we will notify you.  Please check frequently, especially before you make a booking, to see if these terms  and conditions changed. Your continued use of our services including continuing to use  or maintain any bookings after any changes to the terms and conditions constitutes your  consent to the changes.

COVID 19 RELEASE OF LIABILITY. By booking a travel at this time, you acknowledge the highly contagious nature of COVID-19 and voluntarily assume the risk for yourself and any minors traveling with you, that you or they may be exposed to or infected by COVID-19 by traveling and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, and death even if such injuries or losses occur in a manner that is not foreseeable at the time you book your travel. You acknowledge that exposure to such viruses or disease is an inherent risk of traveling, that cannot be controlled or eliminated by Taussig Travel.

You acknowledge that due to the uncertainty of travel at this time, your tour may be postponed or cancelled or changes may be made to itineraries due to closures of certain sites or activities, for which there may be no refund. You may also be required to quarantine upon arrival in some locations. Some locations may require you to have a vaccination. You are responsible for understanding these requirements and must not rely on Taussig Travel to provide these details. You understand that you may become sick before, during, or after the tour and may not be able to travel and such cancellation or interruption will be subject to our cancellation terms below, for which we will not be liable.

You agree that due to uncertainty caused by COVID 19, Taussig Travel has strongly encouraged the purchase of travel protection coverage including cancel for any reason coverage if and when available, and that should you fail to purchase travel protection coverage, Taussig Travel shall not be liable to any losses howsoever arising. 

You, for yourself, and any minors traveling with you, and on behalf of your and their heirs, assigns, personal representatives and next of kin (The Releasors), HEREBY RELEASE, AND HOLD HARMLESS Taussig and Associates LLC, its members, officers, agents, and/or employees, suppliers, and other travel members (RELEASEES), of from and against any and all claims, damages, demands, losses, and liability arising out of or related in any way, in whole or in part to any POSTPONEMENT, CANCELLATION, CHANGES, INJURY, DISABILITY, DEATH OR ANY OTHER LOSS you may suffer due to exposure, infection, spread, closure, and travel restrictions related to COVID-19, WHETHER ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE OF THE RELEASEES OR OTHERWISE, to the fullest extent permitted by law. The terms of this HOLD HARMLESS AND RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY paragraph, shall survive any termination or cancellation of this Contract, whether by operation of law or otherwise.

BOOKING/PAYMENT. When you are ready to start your next travel adventure simply  contact us either by email, phone or by filling out the contact information on the website.  Our tours take many hours of planning and work to create the unique experience we  aim to give our travelers. To produce this experience, we may require a planning fee in  addition to a non-refundable deposit of twenty-five (25%) of the cost of your trip. Your  booking will be confirmed on receipt of the completed registration form, the planning  fee, if any and the non-refundable deposit. After booking you will receive your itinerary,

an invoice with payment information, and other important travel information. The invoice  will contain a breakdown of the elements of your booking. This invoice is subject to  change until you receive confirmation that your travel is booked. Some suppliers and  airlines will require a larger or payment in full to hold your booking. Traveler will be  notified if a larger deposit is required. Deposits and planning fees are NON REFUNDABLE, unless stated otherwise in the Terms & Conditions of the Supplier. 

Our bookings do not include airfare. You must not make any air reservation until you  receive confirmation of your booking. Your contract for airfare is with the carrier and  subject to its terms and we will not be liable for any change fees or cancellation fees or  other additional cost you incur with the air carrier.

Upon booking, we will provide you with instructions of payments and all due dates. You  must make all payments in full and on time. If you are booking within 90 days of the  departure date, full payment will be due at the time of booking confirmation. If full  payment is not received 90 days prior to the departure date, we reserve the right to  cancel your travel and apply the cancellation charges set out in the cancellation section  below. Failure to make a payment may result in the cancellation of your travel. In such  a case this would be considered a cancellation by you and the cancellation terms and  fees as described below would be in effect.

Once payment for your trip is processed, you will receive i) a receipt and ii) a checklist  of items for you to review travel documents. Please review documents carefully and  promptly as we will not be responsible for any errors. It is your responsibility to review  all travel documentation and alert us as soon as possible with any corrections. 

TRAVELER INFORMATION. While we do not assist with air reservations, we bring to  your attention the importance of accuracy. Names provided to secure reservations  must match travelers’ passport. Middle names are not required to appear on airline  tickets. Date of birth and complete passport details are required. Any minor name  corrections advised after airline tickets have been issued will incur fees. Not all name  corrections will be permitted by airlines and may require the purchase of a new ticket.  Travelers voluntarily assume full and sole responsibility for any and all risks and/or  costs involved with failure to report any errors and/or omissions to documentation.

CREDIT CARD BOOKINGS. While we do accept major credit cards including Visa,  Mastercard, American Express and Discover, travelers must provide to us a click or  signed authorization for every transaction for your trip. Your authorization is an  agreement for us to charge your card and an acknowledgement and agreement to these  terms and conditions including the cancellation terms. As such you agree not to make  any improper chargebacks. 

In certain cases, you have the ability to dispute charges with credit card companies  ("chargebacks"). Before initiating a chargeback, we ask you first to call us to discuss  any questions or concerns about our charges. We will work with you in attempting to

resolve your concerns. By using our service to make a reservation, you accept and  agree to our cancellation policy. Taussig Travel retains the right to dispute any  chargeback that is improper and recover any costs, including attorney’s fees related to  improper chargebacks. Additionally, in the event of an improper chargeback, we retain  the right to cancel any travel reservation related to that improper chargeback. The  following chargeback scenarios are improper and we retain the right to investigate and  rebut any such chargeback claims:

  • Chargebacks resulting from non-cancellable reservations, whether or not the reservation is used.
  • Chargebacks resulting from charges authorized by family, friends, associates or other third parties with direct access to your credit card. This does not include credit card fraud.
  • Chargebacks arising from inconsistency or inaccuracy with regard to the supplier’s product description.
  • Chargebacks resulting from force majeure or other circumstances that are beyond the control of Taussig Travel or the Supplier.
  • Chargebacks resulting because you do not agree with the cancellation policy.

PRICE AND RATE CHANGES. The price of your itinerary will be based on known  costs at the date of issue of the itinerary. All prices we advertise are accurate at the  date published, but we reserve the right to change any of those prices from time to time.  Prices include a cost for local taxes that are estimated at the date of publication. At the  time of booking confirmation, we will provide you with an invoice reflecting the current  price.

We reserve the right to add a supplement to your travel prices should our costs of  supplying your travel increase, until we receive your final payment. Any increase to  your travel price will be as the result of changes in our costs of supplying your travel  resulting from changes by our suppliers, dues or taxes payable locally, currency  fluctuations and government action. If our costs to supply your travel increases, we  reserve the right to increase the price of your travel and will forward a new Invoice  reflecting any changes made. After final payment your price is locked in.

We reserve the right to make changes to and correct errors in advertised prices at any  time before your travel is confirmed. We will advise you of any errors of which we are  aware and of the then applicable price at the time of booking.

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR

Accommodations 

Accommodations are provided as detailed in your itinerary. Special requests such as  single rooms, lower floors, connecting rooms and smoking preference, must be made at  the time of booking. While we will make reasonable efforts to communicate your  requests to the supplier, such requests are not guaranteed and are at the discretion of  the supplier. There may be additional charges for such requests which will be solely the  expense of the guest making the request.

Travelers should be aware that hotel room sizes, standards and facilities can vary  regionally and are often different from standards in the United States. This can include  difference in bed sizes and room sizes, bathroom amenities, amenities such as air conditioning and compliance with other standards such as ADA and wheelchair  accessibility. One of the joys of international travel is experiencing different cultures  and different ways of life so we hope that you will accept these differences with grace  and a sense of adventure.

Taussig Travel reserves the right, if necessary, to substitute other similar hotels for  hotels listed on your itinerary. Such substitutions may be made at any time and without  prior notice. We cannot be held responsible for hotel over-bookings; should such occur,  we will undertake to find similar accommodations in the same area. Such substitutions  are at Taussig Travels sole discretion and no refunds will be offered for changes in  accommodations.

While we exercise due diligence in the selection of our partners, hotel and other  accommodation profiles are based on information provided to us by the supplier. This  includes images and descriptions of the properties and rooms. Additionally, travelers  should be aware that star ratings or similar systems are based on country classifications  and therefore can differ. While Taussig Travel does its best to maintain current and  accurate information regarding these suppliers, we cannot be held responsible for any  inaccuracies in supplier descriptions, amenities, or images.

Transfers

Taussig Travel is pleased to offer transfers in accordance with your individual itinerary.  You must be on time for all transfers. There will be no refund for missed or unused  transfers. You must provide us your flight information no less than 30 days prior to  departure to ensure transfers will be available. If at any time your flight plans change,  you must notify us immediately. Failure to do so may result in missing these services  and no refund shall be due for missed arrival transfers resulting from missing or  outdated flight information.

Meals

Meals are as indicated in the itineraries. Special diets should be requested at the time  of booking; however, it may not be possible for special diets to be catered to in some of  the destinations we feature. For safety and liability reasons, Taussig Travel and its  representatives cannot be responsible for directly accommodating any food allergies, or  dietary requirements and restrictions, and is not responsible for any issues or problems  associated with the same. We will advise the hotels of your request but we cannot  guarantee their availability.

Sightseeing/Activities

Sightseeing tours and activities are included as provided in the individual itineraries.  These tours and activities are designed to accommodate individuals as well as groups.  As a courtesy to others in the tour and/or activity, it is mandatory that you be on time for

all scheduled experiences. Tours and activities will begin on-time and failure to arrive  will be considered a no-show for which no refunds will be available. It is essential that  you keep in mind that tour and activity times are set to accommodate climate, crowd  size and best viewing options for our groups. At times, early morning departure times  may help create a better experience. Therefore, late arrivals cannot be accommodated. 

Changes to Itineraries

Taussig Travel reserves the right to make changes to its published itineraries which we  deem insignificant and are due to reasons beyond our control. In such cases, we will  arrange for the substitution of comparable services. 

While no changes are anticipated, there may be occasions when certain alterations  become necessary. These can be due to religious holidays, national celebrations, or  unforeseen events including weather, governmental closures, acts of God, or any other  reason. Taussig Travel reserves the right to change the itinerary due to such  unforeseen circumstances or emergencies. Additionally, historic sites undergo  renovations from time to time which can obscure viewing or otherwise change the  nature of visiting these sites. No tours will be cancelled due to renovations, although  Taussig Travel may choose to amend itineraries for such sites. These changes will not  be considered a material changes and will not be considered cause for cancellation by  the guest. 

If we suggest alternate activities in place of a planned stop or in case of leisure time,  such suggestions do not constitute our endorsement. In such a case you will be subject  to the terms and conditions of the supplier of the activity and your only recourse in case  of damage will be against the supplier of the alternate activity.

What’s Not Included

Any items and matters not referred to in your itinerary are not included in the tour price.  This can include, but is not limited to items such as international and domestic airfare,  checked and/or excess baggage; passport and visa fees; trip protection and/or  insurances of all kinds; gratuities if not listed on your itinerary; laundry; phone calls;  minibar; beverages and meals not detailed in the itinerary; Optional Experiences; and all  items of a personal nature. Additional taxes and surcharges may be collected by foreign  governmental and non-governmental entities. The price does not cover costs and  expenses, including your return home, if you leave the guided holiday/vacation whether  of your own volition, our decision based on behavior that disrupts the trip, due to illness,  action by any government or other reason. This list is illustrative and not a complete list  of every item not included.

Non-Operation of Group Tour

All tours are based on a minimum number of participants. Taussig Travel makes every  effort to ensure that tours meet their minimum requirements. However, if the tour drops  below the minimum number of participants cancellation of the tour may occur at the sole  discretion of Taussig Travel. In such case, guests will be advised at least 45 days prior  to departure. Taussig Travel reserves the right to change the departure date. We may

offer alternative tour dates or other travel arrangements. You may choose to accept  these arrangements or to cancel your booking, in which case a full refund will be  provided. Any air cancellation will be in accordance with the terms of the carrier and  Taussig Travel will not be liable for the carrier’s refusal to make any refund whatsoever.  In such case Taussig Travel will not be liable for any additional costs incurred outside of  the tour prices such as visa and passport fees, travel insurance or any other purchases  made by the guest in anticipation of the tour.

Changes and Cancellations

Changes by Traveler

A minimum $50 fee will be charged for any change made to your itinerary. Since  changes are considered canceled services, additional cancellation penalties may apply.  Changes are subject to additional hotel charges based on availability and may incur  additional fees. Changes to airfare are subject to the carrier’s Terms and Conditions.

Cancellation

As described above, Taussig Travel is required to pay all suppliers well in advance of  your travel date. This includes but is not limited to hotel accommodations, meals, show  tickets, admission tickets, transportation, etc. All suppliers have their own cancellation  policies, which apply to your booking. Should a cancellation become necessary, please  inform Taussig Travel immediately in writing and request a written confirmation of your  cancellation. Upon, receipt, Taussig Travel will follow industry procedures for any  applicable refunds as outlined in the supplier’s terms and subject to their review. If you  are entitled to a refund, please note that the supplier is responsible for this refund, not  Taussig Travel. Suppliers may choose to provide a travel voucher or credit in lieu of  refund. We are not responsible for a supplier’s failure to pay a refund or for supplier  bankruptcy or insolvency.

In addition, cancellation charges will apply. Cancellation charges are expressed at a  percentage of quoted price as follows:

Days before Departure We Receive  Notice of Cancellation

Cancellation Charge Per Person

More than 120 days

25% non-refundable deposit

90 to 120 days

50%

60 to 89 days

75%

Less than 60 days

100%

 

 

If the reason for cancellation is covered under the terms of your travel protection  plan you may be able to reclaim these charges, for this reason we strongly  encourage the purchase of a travel protection plan including additional cancel for  any reason coverage.

Airline tickets are governed by the air carriers’ terms and we are not responsible for any  air carrier’s decision regarding refund.

Cancellation of Changes by Taussig Travel

We reserve the right to cancel or reschedule any departure for any reason. If we cancel,  except in the case of a force majeure event, we will offer alternate arrangements. We  may at our sole discretion offer travel vouchers or refunds in accordance with the  cancellation schedule above. Guest is responsible for any additional costs for air tickets  or other travel arrangements not made by us.

If between planning time and/or during actual travel, circumstances require changes,  Taussig Travel and its suppliers, reserve the right to cancel or vary any itinerary and  substitute components of any tour, including but not limited to hotels and  accommodations of comparable quality, if air schedule or surface transportation  charges, security matters, and/or other events make such alterations necessary.  Suppliers may substitute transportation equipment depending on any variety of factors,  including the volume of passengers on the tour. Sightseeing Tours may be altered as  described above. Taussig Travel cannot be held responsible for any closures,  necessary itinerary changes, or curtails for any reason. These changes will not be  considered material changes and will not be consider cause for cancellation by the  traveler. Normal cancellation penalties still apply to the tour that has been changed.

NO REFUND FOR UNUSED ARRANGEMENTS. As Taussig Travel’s prices are based  on contract rates, there will not be any refund for any unused portion of a travel booking.  If you cancel while the trip is in progress, there is no refund for the unused portion.

FORCE MAJEURE. Taussig Travel assumes no liability for, any loss, damage, delay, or  cancellation resulting in whole or in part from an Act of God or any other force majeure  condition, including, without limitation: fire, volcanic eruption, hurricane, environmental  pollution or contamination, inclement weather, earthquake, low or high water levels,  flood, water or power shortages or failures, tropical storms or hurricanes, riots or civil  commissions or disturbances, and any other acts of a similar nature, sabotage, arrests,  strikes or labor disruptions, restraint of rulers or peoples, expropriations, acts of  terrorism, war, insurrection, quarantine restrictions, government health advisories,  epidemics, pandemics, or warnings or alerts of any kind of nature, government seizures,  refusal or cancellation or suspension or delay of any government authority or any  license, permit or authorization, damages to its facilities or the travel supplier and its  facilities, or any other unforeseen circumstances or any other factors unforeseen by  Taussig Travel that impacts negatively on, or hampers, its ability to fulfill any of its  contractual conditions. In the circumstances amounting to force majeure, we will not be  required to refund any money to you, although if we can recover any monies from our  suppliers, we will refund these to you without any charge by Taussig Travel.

TRAVEL PROTECTION. It is the traveler’s responsibility to protect their purchases. For  this reason, Travel Protection Coverage including additional cancel for any reason  coverage is strongly recommended. Such plan should cover Trip Cancellation or  Interruption, Medical Expense, Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation, and Baggage.  Travel protection plans can help protect you in the event of loss of non-refundable trip  deposits and payments that result from cancellation or trip interruption (due to a covered

reason such as injury or illness before or during the trip). It also helps with  reimbursement for medical emergency costs (including very costly medical evacuation  costs), missed connections and baggage loss. Travel Protection Plans including cancel  for any reason coverage must be purchased in close conjunction with your travel  purchase.

Taussig Travel is not qualified to answer technical questions about the benefits,  exclusions, and conditions of travel insurance plans. Taussig Travel cannot evaluate the  adequacy of the prospective insured's existing insurance coverage. If you have any  questions about your travel protection, call your insurer or insurance agent or broker. 

Certain countries have a requirement for foreign visitors to have valid medical insurance  on entry. Taussig Travel cannot be held responsible for denied entry if a traveler is  unable to provide details to authorities of insurance or denial of entry for any reason.  Declining to purchase an adequate travel protection plan could result in the loss of your  travel cost and/or require more money to correct the situation. You also acknowledge  that without this coverage, there may be no way to recoup any losses, costs or  expenses incurred. If you choose to travel without adequate coverage, we will not  be liable for any of your losses howsoever arising, for which trip protection plan  coverage would otherwise have been available. 

DESTINATIONS AND DOCUMENTATION. Travel to certain destinations may involve  greater risk than others. Taussig Travel urges Travelers to remain informed on a daily  basis as to current news, as well as to review travel prohibitions, warnings,  announcements and advisories issued by the United States Government prior to  booking travel to international destinations. Information on conditions in various  countries and the level of risk associated with travel to particular international  destinations can be found at http://www.state.gov, and http://www.cdc.gov. In addition,  you should consult with government websites to ensure that you are in compliance with  all requirements for admittance into that country, including COVID- 19 requirements, as  well as understanding local laws that govern travel within a country, such as medical  tests and tracking. It is your responsibility to be aware of any and all requirements  for admittance to a country or state, including Covid-19 requirements. Should you  choose to travel to a country that has been issued a travel warning or advisory,  Taussig Travel will not be liable for damages or losses that result from travel to  such destinations. 

It is the responsibility of each traveler to obtain and carry a valid passport, visa(s),  inoculations, and all other documents required by applicable government regulations.  For up to date requirements US citizens should visit www.travel.state.gov. When  travelling domestically within the USA or internationally, the U.S. Transportation  Security Administration (TSA) and U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) advise  that everyone carry at least two forms of acceptable identification in order to board a  flight, found here: http://www.tsa.gov/traveler-information/acceptable-ids. Taussig Travel strongly recommends that you take into account that certain countries will not admit a  passenger if their passport expires within six (6) months of the date of entry. Non-USA

citizens may require additional documentation. Children and infants also require all such  travel documents. Minors traveling with one parent, and/or without both parents, may be  stopped and not admitted, unless authenticated and verified consent forms are provided  to the authorities. 

Recommended inoculations for travel may change and you should consult your  practitioner for current recommendations before you depart. It is your responsibility to  ensure that you meet all health entry requirements, obtain the recommended  inoculations, take all recommended medication, and follow all medical advice in relation  to your trip. Inoculation requirements can be found on the Center for Disease Control  website at https://www.cdc.gov/

You acknowledge any failure to strictly comply with these requirements may result in  denied boarding or an undue delay at an airport security checkpoint causing traveler to  miss flight(s), and subsequent scheduled travel bookings and tours. Taussig Travel bears no responsibility for advising and/or obtaining required travel documentation for  you, or for any delays, damages, and/or losses including missed portions of your  vacation related to improper documentation or government decisions about entry.

INSECTICIDE NOTICE. Travelers are encouraged to check the list of countries that  require airlines to treat the passenger cabin with insecticides prior to the flight or while  on the aircraft on the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Web site, as this list is  updated from time to time: http://www.dot.gov/office-policy/aviation-policy/aircraft disinsection-requirements.

NON-RESPONSIBILITY. Taussig Travel, and its employees, shareholders, agents, and  representatives use third party suppliers to arrange tours, transportation, sightseeing,  lodging, and all other services related to your tour. Taussig Travel is an independent  contractor and is not an employee, agent, or representative of any of these suppliers.  Taussig Travel does not own, manage, operate, supervise, or control any  transportation, vehicle, airplane, hotel or restaurants, or any other entity that supplies  services related to your tour. All suppliers are independent contractors, and are not  agents or employees or representatives of Taussig Travel. All tickets, receipts, coupons,  and vouchers are issued subject to the terms and conditions specified by each supplier,  and by accepting the coupons, vouchers, and tickets, or utilizing the services, all  travelers agree that neither Taussig Travel, nor its employees, agents, or  representatives are or may be liable for any loss, injury, or damage to any tour traveler  or their belongings, or otherwise, in connection with any service supplied or not supplied  resulting directly or indirectly from any occurrence beyond the control of Taussig Travel.  Taussig Travel assumes no responsibility or liability for any delay, change in schedule,  loss, injury or damage or loss of any traveler that may result from any act or omission  on the part of others; Taussig Travel assumes no responsibility or liability for personal  property; and Taussig Travel shall be relieved of any obligations under these terms and  conditions in the event of any strike, labor dispute, act of God, or of government, fire,  war, whether declared or not, terrorism, insurrection, riot, theft, pilferage, epidemic,  pandemic, illness, physical injury, quarantine, medical or customs or immigration

regulation, delay, or cancellation. Taussig Travel accepts no responsibility for lost or  stolen items. Taussig Travel reserves the right to refuse any traveler or potential traveler  at its sole discretion.

ASSUMPTION OF RISK/WAIVER. Traveler is aware that travel such area as traveler  is undertaking on the trip may involve inherent risks, some in remote areas of the world.  Inherent risks include, but are not limited to, risk of injury or death from: motor vehicles  collisions, animals, roadway hazards, slips, and falls, criminal or terrorist acts,  government actions, consumption of alcoholic beverages, tainted food, or non-potable  water; exposure to the elements, including heat, cold, sun, water, and wind; your own  negligence and/or the negligence of others, including tour guides, other travelers,  Taussig Travel and its employees, agents and/or representatives; attack by or  encounter with insects, reptiles, and/or animals; accidents or illness occurring in remote  places where there are no available medical services; fatigue, chill, overheating, and/or  dizziness,; known or unknown medical conditions, physical excursion for which you are  not prepared or other such accidents; the negligence or lack of adequate training of any  third-party providers who seek to assist with medical or other help either before or after  injuries have occurred; accident or illness without access to means of rapid evacuation  or availability of medical supplies or services; and the adequacy of medical attention  once provided.

Traveler understands the description of these risks, is not complete and that unknown  or unanticipated risks may result in injury, illness, or death. In order to partake of the  enjoyment and excitement of this trip, traveler is willing to accept the risks and  uncertainty involved as being an integral part of travel, including the risk of infection,  illness and death. Traveler hereby accepts and assumes full responsibility for any and  all risks and agrees to and shall hold harmless and fully release Taussig Travel from  any and all claims associated with the trip, including any claims of third party negligence  and/or the negligence of Taussig Travel and traveler hereby covenant not to sue  Taussig Travel for any such claims or join any lawsuit or action that is suing Taussig Travel. This agreement also binds your heirs, legal representatives and assigns. The  terms of this HOLD HARMLESS AND RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY paragraph, shall  survive any termination or cancellation of this Contract, whether by operation of law or  otherwise.

INDEMNIFICATION. Traveler agrees to and shall indemnify and hold harmless Taussig Travel, and each of our officers, directors, employees and agents (collectively “Taussig Travel”), from any expenses, losses, liabilities, damages, judgments, settlements and  costs (collectively, “damages”) involved with or incurred by Taussig Travel (including,  without limitation, reasonable attorneys’ fees and the advancement of same) with  respect to any claims, law suits, arbitrations, or other causes of action, which result,  directly or indirectly, from: (i) traveler’s breach or violation, or threatened breach or  violation, of this Agreement and (ii) Any damage caused by traveler while participating  in the trip.

BAGGAGE FEES. Due to continual changes in airline baggage policies, it is suggested  that you inquire with your airline's website for up-to-date fees & information. Taussig Travel is NOT responsible for additional fees incurred for baggage or seating. 

RE-CONFIRM YOUR FLIGHT. Taussig Travel advises you personally to re-confirm  your flight schedule within 24 hours prior to departure directly with the airline in case of  any last-minute changes or delays. Most airlines allow you to check in online 24 hours  prior to departure.

PRE-EXISTING MEDICAL CONDITIONS/PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES. The nature  of many of the destinations we travel to means that in some cases they may be  unsuitable for those who use a wheelchair or have a lack of mobility. However, we will  be delighted to discuss the feasibility of your participation in any of our trips. 

It is essential that you advise us before booking if you do have any disability or pre existing medical condition which may affect your tour, or if you have any special  requirements as a result of any disability or medical condition (including any which  affect the booking process) so that we can assist you in considering the suitability of the  arrangements and/or in making the booking. Taussig Travel will communicate requests  to Suppliers, but cannot be responsible if ADA accommodations are not available. Any  accommodations provided will be at the sole expense of the traveler requiring the  accommodation. Please note that accommodations outside of the USA may not be in  compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and may not have wheelchair  accessibility.

Our Suppliers are, unfortunately, unable to offer additional assistance to travelers with  limited mobility and all such assistance will need to be provided by whoever the traveler  is traveling with. Travelers with disabilities must notify Taussig Travel at the time of  booking of status and of the identity of their non-discounted, paid travel companion who  will be responsible for providing all necessary assistance. We may request that you  provide a letter from your doctor confirming your fitness to travel.

HEALTH. For the safety or our guests, Taussig Travel reserves the right to request  health information prior to travel and to exclude any participants it deems unfit for travel  at its sole discretion.

PHOTOGRAPHIC/VIDEO LIKENESS. Traveler hereby gives consent to Taussig Travel to publish any photographs and/or videos of the trip or Traveler in printed or electronic  media without obtaining further consent and without compensation. Each Traveler  releases Taussig Travel and its representatives from any liability in connection with any  use of such photographs and/or video.

CLASS ACTION WAIVER/LIMITATION OF DAMAGES/NOTICE OF CLAIM. You  agree that you will only bring claims against Taussig Travel in your individual capacity  and not as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class action or representative  proceeding. Taussig Travel shall not in any case be liable for other than compensatory

damages, and your payment of a deposit on a trip means that you agree to these  conditions of sale and expressly waive any right to punitive damages. You understand  and agree that no claims will be considered and that you will not bring suit  against Taussig Travel unless you have first provided a typewritten notice of  claim to Taussig Travel within 30 days after the trip or cancellation of the trip.

VENUE/JURISDICTION. The terms and conditions of this agreement shall be  governed and construed under the laws of the State of Pennsylvania and you  agree the proper venue for any claims against Taussig Travel shall be brought  only within the State of Pennsylvania.

Entire Agreement & Severability: This agreement, including any other documents,  including invoices, we provide you, constitutes the entire agreement and it supersedes  all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether electronic, oral,  or written, with respect to Taussig Travel. If any provision of these Terms shall be  unlawful, void, or for any reason unenforceable, then that provision shall be deemed  severable from these Terms and shall not affect the validity and enforceability of any  remaining provisions.

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