This Travel Services Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into between:

Coastal Brand Ventures, LLC, a North Carolina limited liability company, doing business as Carolina Blogging Travel (hereinafter referred to as “Travel Agency”),

and

The individual(s) identified in the associated booking record and itinerary confirmation (hereinafter referred to as “Client”).

This Agreement applies to the travel arrangements requested by Client and confirmed by Travel Agency for the Trip identified in the corresponding booking documentation.

By electronically accepting this Agreement, Client acknowledges and agrees to the terms set forth herein.

Client engages Travel Agency to arrange travel services, including but not limited to accommodations, transportation, cruises, tours, and related travel components (the “Trip”).

Travel Agency is an independent contractor affiliated with WorldVia and acts solely as an intermediary between Client and third-party travel suppliers (“Third-Party Suppliers”), including but not limited to airlines, cruise lines, hotels, tour operators, and transportation providers.

Travel Agency does not own, operate, manage, or control any Third-Party Supplier and is not responsible for the acts, omissions, errors, or defaults of any Third-Party Supplier.

All travel services are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable Third-Party Supplier.

Travel Agency has no special knowledge regarding the financial condition of any Third-Party Supplier and assumes no responsibility for supplier insolvency, bankruptcy, or failure to provide refunds or future travel credits.

The individual accepting this Agreement (“Primary Traveler”) represents and warrants that they are at least 18 years of age and have the full legal authority to enter into this Agreement on behalf of themselves and all other travelers included in the booking (the “Travel Party”).

Primary Traveler agrees that:

• They have obtained the consent of all members of the Travel Party to be bound by this Agreement;
• All members of the Travel Party agree to comply with the terms and conditions herein;
• Primary Traveler accepts financial responsibility for all payments due for the Travel Party; and
• Any reference to “Client” in this Agreement includes all members of the Travel Party.

Client agrees to:

• Provide accurate full legal names as shown on government-issued identification.
• For domestic air travel within the United States, Client acknowledges that a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or other TSA-approved identification (such as a valid passport) may be required. Client is solely responsible for confirming compliance with current TSA identification requirements.
• Obtain and maintain all required travel documents, including passports and visas.
• Ensure that all passports are valid for at least six (6) months beyond the scheduled return date of the Trip and comply with all destination entry requirements.
• Comply with all supplier rules, policies, and payment deadlines.
• Review all confirmations, invoices, and travel documents within 48 hours of receipt and notify Travel Agency immediately of any discrepancies.
• Failure to notify Travel Agency of discrepancies within this timeframe constitutes acceptance of the booking details as correct.

Failure to review documents in a timely manner may result in supplier-imposed penalties for which Travel Agency is not responsible.

Travel Agency is not responsible for denied boarding, refused entry, delays, fines, or additional expenses arising from Client’s failure to present proper identification or to comply with passport, visa, or destination entry requirements.

Travel Agency is not responsible for travel components or arrangements booked independently by Client outside of Travel Agency’s facilitation.

All pricing, quotes, and availability are subject to change until confirmed by the applicable Third-Party Supplier and, where required, payment has been received. Travel Agency does not guarantee pricing or availability until a reservation is secured and confirmed by the supplier. Changes in pricing may occur due to supplier adjustments, taxes, fees, fuel surcharges, currency fluctuations, or availability limitations.

Client agrees to make all required payments by the deadlines provided. Deposits are non-refundable unless otherwise stated by the applicable Third-Party Supplier.

All payments are subject to the applicable Third-Party Supplier's cancellation policies.

Certain travel arrangements, including cruise and air components, may be subject to supplemental price increases imposed by the supplier or government authorities even after booking. Client agrees to be responsible for such increases if assessed by the supplier.

If Travel Agency charges professional planning or service fees, such fees are non-refundable once planning services have commenced.
Planning and service fees compensate Travel Agency for professional time and expertise and are separate from payments made to Third-Party Suppliers.

Client authorizes Travel Agency to facilitate and submit payments for travel services in accordance with the payment terms provided.

Client agrees not to initiate a chargeback or payment dispute with their credit card company or financial institution for services properly authorized and rendered or booked under this Agreement.

Client agrees to first contact Travel Agency directly to resolve any billing concerns. In the event of an improper chargeback or payment dispute, Client agrees to reimburse Travel Agency for any fees, penalties, or costs incurred as a result of such dispute, including reasonable administrative and legal costs.

This provision does not waive any rights available under applicable consumer protection laws.

Travel Agency utilizes a secure third-party authorization platform to present invoices and collect electronic authorization to charge a payment method. This platform does not process payments directly.

For security and compliance purposes, credit card authorizations expire thirty (30) days after submission. If payment is not processed within the 30-day authorization window, Client must submit a new authorization, whether using the same or a different payment method.

Travel Agency does not store full credit card numbers or sensitive payment information long-term. Payment information is transmitted securely and processed directly through the applicable travel supplier or authorized merchant system.

Failure to provide renewed authorization prior to applicable supplier payment deadlines may result in cancellation of the booking or supplier-imposed penalties.

Cancellation penalties are determined by the applicable Third-Party Supplier and may result in partial or full forfeiture of payments made.

Travel Agency is not responsible for supplier-imposed penalties.

Travel insurance is strongly recommended to protect against cancellation penalties, medical emergencies, travel delays, supplier default, and other unforeseen events.

Travel Agency will provide Client the opportunity to purchase travel insurance. Client’s election to purchase coverage, decline coverage, or defer a final decision will be documented in a separate Travel Insurance Acknowledgment Form incorporated herein by reference.

Client understands that certain travel protection benefits may be time-sensitive and that failure to elect coverage within applicable deadlines may result in reduced or unavailable coverage options.

Travel Agency is not responsible for any losses that would have been covered by travel insurance if coverage is declined or not timely elected.

If Client declines travel insurance, Client accepts full financial responsibility for any cancellation penalties, medical expenses, travel disruptions, supplier default, or other losses that may occur. Client further agrees that Coastal Brand Ventures, LLC d/b/a Carolina Blogging Travel shall not be held liable for any losses that would have been covered under an available travel protection policy.

Travel Agency reserves the right to make changes to the itinerary when required due to Third-Party Supplier changes or circumstances beyond Travel Agency’s control, including but not limited to schedule adjustments or availability limitations.

Travel Agency’s liability for any claims arising out of this Agreement shall be limited to the total amount paid directly to Travel Agency by Client.

In no event shall Travel Agency be liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.

Travel Agency shall not be liable for delays or failure in performance resulting from acts beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, weather events, government actions, pandemics, strikes, or supplier bankruptcy.

Client acknowledges that travel involves inherent risks, including but not limited to illness, injury, delays, government restrictions, and unforeseen events, and voluntarily assumes such risks associated with participation in the Trip.

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina.

Any disputes arising under this Agreement shall be resolved through binding arbitration in North Carolina in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.

Client agrees to provide written notice of any claim within thirty (30) days after completion of the Trip and to initiate any legal or arbitration proceeding within one (1) year of the event giving rise to the claim.

This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between Client and Travel Agency and supersedes all prior communications.

This Agreement incorporates any booking confirmations, invoices, and written communications issued by Travel Agency in connection with the Trip.

By clicking “I Agree,” electronically signing, or otherwise accepting this Agreement within the Travel Agency’s booking system, Client confirms that:

• Client has read and understands this Agreement;
• Client agrees to be legally bound by its terms;
• Client represents that all booking information previously provided is accurate and complete;
• Client accepts this Agreement as of the date indicated in the electronic record.

This electronic acceptance shall have the same legal effect as a handwritten signature.