Terms and Conditions

Vegan Tours NY/Hoppytrips LLC dba Vegan Tours NY is a specialized tour operator offering unique vegan culinary experiences and activities that emphasize sustainable living. The terms “we”, “us”, “our”, and “Vegan Tours NY” refer to Vegan Tours NY/Hoppytrips LLC, a New York limited liability company. The term “you”, “traveler”, “participant” or “guest” 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 (collectively, “Terms and Conditions”).  Before making a booking with us you must ensure that you have read and understood these Terms and Conditions (and ask any questions you may have). 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 and Conditions of this legally binding agreement and agree with it.  If you do not agree with any part of these Terms and Conditions, you must not make a booking with us or pay us in connection with our travel-related services.

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 and Conditions 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. Vegan Tours NY 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.

SCOPE/AGENCY. Vegan Tours NY does not provide, own, manage, operate, supervise or control the travel services and products that may be provided as part of your trip, such as eateries, trains, rental cars, flights, accommodations (e.g., hotels), cruise, packages, or travel insurance (the “Travel Products”). All Travel Products are owned, controlled, operated, or made available by vetted, independent third parties such as destination management companies, airlines, hotels, cruise lines, and tour operators (the “Suppliers”). The Suppliers are solely responsible for the Travel Products as well as any and all benefits, perks, or amenities, including without limitation, resort credits, on-board credits, free specialty dining, spa credits, in-room amenities, etc. The Supplier’s terms, conditions and privacy policies apply to your booking so you must agree to and understand those terms. Your interaction with any Supplier is at your own risk; Vegan Tours NY does not bear any responsibility should anything go wrong with your booking or during your travel. Hence, as the traveler, you agree that Vegan Tours NY acts only as agent for the traveler in acquiring transportation, hotel accommodations, cruises, sightseeing and other Travel Products, privileges or services for the travelers’ benefit, and on the express condition that Vegan Tours NY shall not be responsible for any act, omission, negligence, bankruptcy, insolvency or default of any Supplier, company or person engaged in or responsible for any Travel Products, or otherwise in connection therewith.

Please review all documents, including the cancellation policies and terms and conditions of the Suppliers, 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 of any corrections.  

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 itineraries take many hours of planning and work to create the unique experience we aim to give our travelers. Booking will be confirmed on receipt of the completed ticket registration process through our website calendar and payment of your applicable deposit and booking fee. 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 and is subject to change until you receive confirmation that your travel is booked.  Some Suppliers will require a larger or payment in full to hold your booking. Traveler will be notified if a larger deposit is required. Deposits and any 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, conditions and policies 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.

After the booking is processed, you will receive your final itinerary with an invoice with payment information and other important travel information. Your invoice is subject to change until you receive confirmation that your travel is booked.  All deposits are typically NON-REFUNDABLE, unless stated otherwise in the terms and conditions of the Supplier. 

After final payment for your trip is processed, you will receive your final itinerary and other important travel information.  As our tours are carefully curated culinary experiences for groups of participants, you are not entitled to request or make any changes to your itinerary.

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. 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, (as well as payment via Zelle, PayPal, or Venmo) travelers must provide to us a click (checkbox) 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. 

Please note that gift cards purchased from Vegan Tours NY can be applied to any of our NYC based tours but cannot be used towards international tours.

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. Vegan Tours NY 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 Vegan Tours NY 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 Trip

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 participating in our international tours should be aware that 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 American Disabilities Act (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.

Vegan Tours NY reserves the right, if necessary, to substitute other similar accommodations for accommodations listed on your itinerary. Such substitutions may be made at any time and without prior notice. We cannot be held responsible for over-bookings; should such occur, we will undertake to find similar accommodations in the same area. Such substitutions are at Vegan Tours NY’s 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 Vegan Tours NY 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

Vegan Tours NY is pleased to offer mid-tour transfers strictly in accordance with your individual itinerary, subject to additional fees as described in said itinerary. Except as expressly provided in your itinerary, you are solely responsible for transfers to and from airports and all other locations/destinations. You must be on time for all transportation.  There will be no refund for missed or unused transfers.  If applicable, you must provide us your flight information no less than 21 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 and food tastings are as indicated in the itineraries. Any additional food taken home not included in the itinerary is an additional fee. Special diets such as gluten/nut free options 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, Vegan Tours NY 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 our Suppliers of your request but we cannot guarantee their availability. If you have a severe food allergy, we recommend contacting us regarding our private tours. 

Sightseeing/Activities

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

Vegan Tours NY 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. Vegan Tours NY 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 trips will be cancelled due to renovations, although Vegan Tours NY may choose to amend itineraries for such sites.   These changes will not be considered a material change 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 trip price. This can include but is not limited to items such as flights and airfare (international or domestic), 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 Trips

Some trips are based on a minimum number of participants. Vegan Tours NY makes every effort to ensure that trips meet their minimum requirements.  However, if the trip drops below the minimum number of participants cancellation of the trip may occur at the sole discretion of Vegan Tours NY. In such case, guests will be advised at least 28 days prior to departure.  Vegan Tours NY reserves the right to change the departure date. We may offer alternative trip 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 Vegan Tours NY will not be liable for the carrier’s refusal to make any refund whatsoever.  In such case Vegan Tours NY will not be liable for any additional costs incurred outside of the trip prices such as visa and passport fees, travel insurance or any other purchases made by the guest in anticipation of the trip.

Cancellations

If you are unable to complete the tour due to a physical or mental inability to keep up with the group of participants, there shall be no refunds owed even if you are unable to complete the tour

As described above, Vegan Tours NY is required to pay all Suppliers well in advance of your trip 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 Vegan Tours NY immediately in writing and request a written confirmation of your cancellation. Upon receipt, Vegan Tours NY 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 Vegan Tours NY. 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 90 days

Booking fee

61 to 90 days

50% + Booking fee

31 to 60 days

75% + Booking fee

30 days or less

100% + Booking fee

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 Vegan Tours NY

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, Vegan Tours NY and its Suppliers, reserve the right to cancel or vary any itinerary and substitute components of any trip, 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 trip. Sightseeing trips may be altered as described above. Vegan Tours NY 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 considered cause for cancellation by the traveler. Normal cancellation penalties still apply to the trip that has been changed.

NO REFUND FOR UNUSED ARRANGEMENTS. As Vegan Tours NY’s prices are based on contract rates, there will not be any refund for any unused portion of your tour. If you cancel while the trip is in progress, there is no refund for the unused portion.

FORCE MAJEURE. Vegan Tours NY 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, cybersecurity issues and/or technology outages or disruptions, 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 Vegan Tours NY 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 (and we are under no obligation to), we will refund these to you without any charge by Vegan Tours NY.

TRAVEL PROTECTION INSURANCE. 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 and repatriation 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.

Vegan Tours NY is not qualified to answer technical questions about the benefits, exclusions, and conditions of travel insurance plans. Vegan Tours NY 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. Vegan Tours NY 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. Vegan Tours NY 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 https://travel.state.gov/content/travel.html, 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. A U.S. State Department list of travel advisories is available at https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html/, Should you choose to travel to a country that has been issued a travel warning or advisory, Vegan Tours NY 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. Air travelers with identification (ID) that does not meet the REAL ID ACT requirements will have to use alternate ID forms (passport, military ID, or permanent resident card) to pass TSA security checkpoints—even for domestic travel. Visas are required when they apply. You can find out if your international destination requires a visa at https://www.usa.gov/visas-citizens-traveling-abroad. 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. Vegan Tours NY 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. Many countries require a minimum number of blank pages in your passport book. 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. Please visit www.travel.state.gov or https://www.dhs.gov/real-id for the most updated requirements for travel documentation.

Certain countries restrict travelers with criminal convictions, even if expunged. Please inform us prior to booking with us if this applies to you and seek separate legal counsel to confirm your ability to travel to your desired destination. If you are denied access to a country or a Supplier due to a conviction, Vegan Tours NY shall not be liable for any losses, expenses, or refunds to you or anyone in your group.

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 trips.  Vegan Tours NY 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. Vegan Tours NY, and its Representatives use third party Suppliers to arrange trips, transportation, sightseeing, lodging, and all other services related to this trip. Vegan Tours NY is an independent contractor and is not a Representative of any of these Suppliers. Vegan Tours NY 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 trip. All Suppliers are independent contractors and are not Representatives of Vegan Tours NY. 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 Vegan Tours NY, nor its Representatives are or may be liable for any loss, injury, or damage to any trip 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 Vegan Tours NY. Vegan Tours NY 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; Vegan Tours NY assumes no responsibility or liability for personal property; and Vegan Tours NY 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. Vegan Tours NY accepts no responsibility for lost or stolen items. Vegan Tours NY 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 and conveyance vehicle 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, Vegan Tours NY and its 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; microbiological, chemical or physical hazards relating to the improper harvesting, processing, transporting, preparing, storing and serving of food and foodborne illnesses or allergic reactions resulting from said hazards, 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 Vegan Tours NY from any and all claims associated with the trip, including any claims of third party negligence and/or the negligence of Vegan Tours NY and traveler hereby covenant not to sue Vegan Tours NY for any such claims or join any lawsuit or action that is suing Vegan Tours NY. This Terms and Conditions 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 these Terms and Conditions, whether by operation of law or otherwise. 

INDEMNIFICATION. Traveler agrees to and shall indemnify and hold harmless Vegan Tours NY, and each of our officers, directors, employees and agents (collectively “Vegan Tours NY”), from any expenses, losses, liabilities, damages, judgments, settlements and costs (collectively, “damages”) involved with or incurred by Vegan Tours NY (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 Terms and Conditions and (ii) Any damage caused by traveler while participating in the trip(iii) any force majeure or inherent risk of travel; or (iv) claims brought by third parties in connection with any of the foregoing. The terms of this INDEMNIFICATION paragraph shall survive any termination or cancellation of these Terms and Conditions, whether by operation of law or otherwise.

YOUR BEHAVIOR. Each traveler in any trip planned by Vegan Tours NY is expected to act responsibly and adhere to all behavior guidelines established by Vegan Tours NY and our Suppliers. Vegan Tours NY and all Suppliers reserve the right to remove you from any facility, hotel or resort property, trip location or means of transportation if your health or your conduct appears to endanger yourself or others, disrupts the general well-being of other individuals on any element of your trip, or interferes with the operation or security of the places we visit. In any such case, there will be no refund.

When you book with Vegan Tours NY, you accept responsibility for any damage or loss caused by you or your group. Full payment for any such damage or loss (reasonably estimated if not precisely known) must be paid directly at the time to the accommodation owner or manager or other Supplier. You must indemnify us for the full amount of any claim (also including legal costs) made against us. We are not responsible for any costs incurred concerning a guest removed from a trip, or any portion of a trip. You agree not to hold Vegan Tours NY or any of its related entities liable for any actions taken under these Terms and Conditions. Baggage and personal effects are at all times the sole responsibility of the traveler.

You acknowledge and agree to follow and abide by any and all laws and regulations of any state and/or country you enter while participating in the trip.  While all local and national laws and regulations are important to follow, we strictly encourage you to be informed concerning the use and/or possession of drugs in particular.  There will be no tolerance for any use or possession of any drug and your failure to strictly comply with this requirement will result in a breach of these Terms and Conditions and may prevent you from your continued participation. We require responsible alcohol consumption for your safety and for those around you. If you are asked to leave a trip for inappropriate behavior, violence, or any other disruptive action, you will not be refunded.

If you participate in our dog friendly tours which are solely NYC based, you will be required to demonstrate responsible dog ownership by, including but not limited to, providing proof of up-to-date vaccinations, keeping your dog on a leash, maintaining socially acceptable behavior (without displaying aggressiveness or over excitability) towards other tour members and their dogs and cleaning up any food or waste in a proper manner.

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. Vegan Tours NY is NOT responsible for additional fees incurred for baggage or seating. 

RE-CONFIRM YOUR FLIGHT. Vegan Tours NY 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.

HEALTH/PRE-EXISTING MEDICAL CONDITIONS/PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES. For the safety of our guests, Vegan Tours NY reserves the right to request health information prior to travel and to exclude any participants it deems unfit for travel at its sole discretion.

On average, our tours require walking distances of approximately 2 miles/3 kilometers per tour. Nevertheless, 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 ability to do so, 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. Vegan Tours NY 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 (ADA) 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 Vegan Tours NY 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.

If you are pregnant or expecting at or around the time of your planned travels, please inform us prior to booking. Some Suppliers will not permit travel past certain gestational periods for your safety and the safety of your child/ren.  If you become pregnant after booking with us, please consult with a doctor and review the Supplier terms and conditions as they relate to your booking to determine whether you will be permitted or prevented from traveling. If you are denied boarding embarkation, or access to a Supplier due to a pregnancy, Vegan Tours NY shall not be liable for any losses, expenses, or refunds resulting from such loss in access for you or anyone in your group.

Children are welcome on many of our tours but an adult or guardian must always accompany and supervise the child(ren). Vegan Tours NY has the right, in its sole discretion to exclude children from certain tours that have an age requirement such as tours that are specific to alcohol related beverages including, but not limited to, beer and wine tastings. 

PHOTOGRAPHIC/VIDEO LIKENESS. Traveler hereby gives consent and grants to Vegan Tours NY a royalty-free, perpetual, and irrevocable license 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 Vegan Tours NY 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 Vegan Tours NY in your individual capacity and not as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class action or representative proceeding. Vegan Tours NY 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 Vegan Tours NY unless you have first provided a typewritten notice of claim to Vegan Tours NY within 30 days after the trip or cancellation of the trip, further provided that you agree to file suit within one (1) year of the incident and you acknowledge that this expressly limits the applicable statute of limitations to one (1) year. 

GOVERNING LAW/VENUE/JURY WAIVER. These Terms and Conditions and all attachments hereto and the rights of the parties hereunder shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York exclusive of conflict or choice of law rules. Any claims shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction located in the State of New York. You agree that you will only bring claims against Vegan Tours NY in your individual capacity and not as a plaintiff or class member in any purported class action or representative proceeding. Vegan Tours NY 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. 

ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS. You have a committed team by your side every step of the way. From check-in to check-out, you will have direct access to the Vegan Tours NY team for us to handle anything you may need assistance with remotely while on vacation. You can expect us to check in with you via email and/ or text message before, during, and after your trip to ensure everything runs smoothly. You consent to receive electronic communications