Terms of Service

Please read these terms carefully before using our travel booking services.

Last updated: 2024-01-15
Effective: 2024-01-01
Key Terms Overview

Booking and Payment

Terms related to making reservations and payment processing

Cancellation and Refunds

Policies for canceling bookings and requesting refunds

Travel Services

Terms governing flight and hotel booking services

User Responsibilities

Your obligations when using our platform

Liability and Disputes

Limitation of liability and dispute resolution

Privacy and Data

How we handle your personal information

1. Definitions

"Service" or "Services"

Refers to the TravelCo website, mobile application, and all related travel booking services provided by TravelCo.

"User," "You," or "Your"

Refers to the individual accessing or using the Service.

"Company," "We," "Us," or "Our"

Refers to TravelCo, the provider of the Service.

"Travel Suppliers"

Airlines, hotels, car rental companies, and other third-party service providers.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using TravelCo's services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy.

These terms apply to all visitors, users, and others who access or use the service. You must be at least 18 years old to use our services.

Note: If you are booking travel on behalf of others, you represent that you have authority to act for those individuals and that they agree to these terms.

3. Use of Services

Permitted Uses

Search and compare travel options
Make legitimate travel bookings
Manage your account and bookings
Contact customer support

Prohibited Uses

Fraudulent or unauthorized transactions
Automated data extraction or scraping
Circumventing security measures
Violating applicable laws or regulations
4. Booking and Payment Terms

Booking Process

When you make a booking through our platform, you are entering into a contract directly with the travel supplier (airline, hotel, etc.). We act as an intermediary to facilitate the booking.

  • • All prices are displayed in the selected currency
  • • Prices may change until booking is confirmed
  • • Additional fees may apply from suppliers
  • • Booking confirmation is subject to availability

Payment Terms

Payment is required at the time of booking. We accept various payment methods as displayed during checkout.

  • • Payment is processed securely through our payment partners
  • • Additional verification may be required for some transactions
  • • Currency conversion fees may apply
  • • Chargebacks may result in booking cancellation

Pricing and Fees

Service Fees

May apply to certain bookings and are clearly disclosed

Supplier Fees

Additional fees charged directly by travel suppliers

Payment Processing

Fees may apply for certain payment methods

Cancellation Fees

Vary by supplier and fare type

5. Cancellation and Refund Policy

General Cancellation Policy

Cancellation terms vary by supplier and fare type. All cancellations are subject to the specific terms and conditions of the travel supplier.

Flight Cancellations

Subject to airline policies and fare rules

Hotel Cancellations

Vary by property and rate type

24-Hour Cancellation Policy

Most bookings can be cancelled within 24 hours of purchase for a full refund, provided the booking was made at least 7 days before travel.

Refund Processing

  • • Refunds are processed to the original payment method
  • • Processing time: 7-10 business days for credit cards
  • • Service fees may be non-refundable
  • • Partial refunds may apply based on supplier policies
6. Travel Documentation and Requirements

You are responsible for ensuring you have all required travel documents and meet entry requirements for your destination.

Valid Documentation

Passport, visa, and other required documents

Health Requirements

Vaccinations and health certificates if required

Travel Insurance

We recommend comprehensive travel insurance

Important: TravelCo is not responsible for denied boarding or entry due to inadequate documentation.

7. Limitation of Liability

Service Limitations

TravelCo acts as an intermediary between you and travel suppliers. We are not responsible for the actions, errors, omissions, or breaches of travel suppliers.

  • • Flight delays, cancellations, or changes
  • • Hotel overbooking or service issues
  • • Lost or delayed baggage
  • • Travel disruptions due to weather or other circumstances

Maximum Liability

Our liability to you for any loss or damage shall not exceed the total amount paid by you to TravelCo for the specific booking in question.

Force Majeure

We are not liable for any failure to perform our obligations due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including natural disasters, terrorism, or government actions.

8. User Responsibilities

Account Security

  • • Keep your account credentials secure
  • • Notify us immediately of unauthorized access
  • • You are responsible for all activities under your account

Accurate Information

  • • Provide accurate personal and payment information
  • • Ensure passenger names match travel documents
  • • Update information when necessary

Compliance

  • • Comply with all applicable laws and regulations
  • • Follow airline and hotel policies
  • • Respect other users and our staff
9. Intellectual Property

All content on our website and application, including text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the property of TravelCo or our licensors and is protected by intellectual property laws.

You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works
Personal, non-commercial use is permitted
Unauthorized use may result in legal action
10. Privacy

Your privacy is important to us. Our Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you use our services.

By using our services, you consent to the collection and use of your information as described in our Privacy Policy.

11. Dispute Resolution

Initial Resolution

We encourage you to contact our customer service team first to resolve any disputes. Most issues can be resolved quickly through direct communication.

Arbitration

If we cannot resolve a dispute through customer service, any disputes shall be resolved through binding arbitration rather than in court.

  • • Arbitration will be conducted in English
  • • Each party bears their own costs
  • • Class action lawsuits are not permitted

Governing Law

These terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the jurisdiction where TravelCo is headquartered.

12. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. We will notify users of significant changes by posting the updated terms on our website and updating the "Last updated" date.

Your continued use of our services after any changes constitutes acceptance of the new terms.

We recommend reviewing these terms periodically to stay informed of any updates.

Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us:

Email

legal@travelco.com

Phone

+1 (555) 123-4567

Website

www.travelco.com