Travel with Purpose

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using TravelVirtue services, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement.

2. Service Description

TravelVirtue provides sustainable and ethical travel planning services, including eco-tours, community-based accommodations, and carbon-neutral travel packages.

3. Booking and Payment

All bookings require a deposit of 25% of the total trip cost. Full payment is due 60 days before departure. Cancellation policies vary by destination and season.

4. Traveler Responsibilities

Travelers must possess valid passports, required visas, and comply with all local laws and customs. Travel insurance is mandatory for all bookings.

5. Sustainability Commitment

All travelers agree to follow our sustainable travel guidelines and respect local communities and environments during their journey.

6. Limitation of Liability

TravelVirtue's liability is limited to the cost of services provided. We are not responsible for circumstances beyond our control including weather, political situations, or natural disasters.

7. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in San Francisco, California, under the laws of the State of California.

1. Information We Collect

We collect personal information including name, contact details, travel preferences, and payment information necessary to provide our services.

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to process bookings, provide customer service, send travel updates, and improve our services. We never sell personal data to third parties.

3. Data Protection

We implement industry-standard security measures to protect your personal information. All payment processing is handled through secure, encrypted channels.

4. Cookie Usage

We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and analyze website traffic. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

5. Third-Party Services

We may share necessary information with trusted partners including accommodation providers, tour operators, and payment processors to fulfill your bookings.

6. Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. Contact us at [email protected] to exercise these rights.

7. Contact Information

For privacy-related questions, contact our Data Protection Officer at [email protected] or call +1 (415) 555-0187.

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide a better user experience and analyze website performance.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies: Required for basic website functionality and security.
Analytics Cookies: Help us understand how visitors interact with our website.
Marketing Cookies: Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness.

3. Cookie Management

You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent banner. Disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

4. Third-Party Cookies

We may use third-party services like Google Analytics that set their own cookies. These are governed by their respective privacy policies.

5. Cookie Retention

Session cookies are deleted when you close your browser. Persistent cookies remain until their expiration date or until you delete them manually.

6. Updates to Cookie Policy

We may update this policy periodically. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

1. Copyright Respect

TravelVirtue respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same. We respond to valid DMCA takedown notices promptly.

2. Filing a DMCA Notice

To file a copyright infringement claim, send a written notice to our designated agent including:
• Your contact information
• Description of copyrighted work
• Location of infringing material
• Good faith statement
• Statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury
• Physical or electronic signature

3. Designated Agent

DMCA Agent: Legal Department
Email: [email protected]
Address: 2847 Mission Street, San Francisco, CA 94110

4. Counter-Notification

If you believe content was removed in error, you may file a counter-notification with the same contact information.

5. Repeat Infringers

We may terminate accounts of users who repeatedly infringe copyright in accordance with our terms of service.

6. Good Faith

Misrepresentations in DMCA notices may result in liability for damages, including attorney fees and costs.

1. Legal Basis for Processing

We process personal data based on legitimate interests, contract performance, legal obligations, and explicit consent where required.

2. Your Rights Under GDPR

Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of personal data
Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
Right to Data Portability: Transfer data to another service
Right to Object: Object to processing for direct marketing

3. Data Protection Officer

Contact our DPO for GDPR-related inquiries:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (415) 555-0187

4. Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes collected or as required by law. Travel records are kept for 7 years for legal compliance.

5. International Transfers

Data may be transferred to countries outside the EU with adequate protection measures including standard contractual clauses.

6. Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we've violated GDPR requirements.

7. Consent Withdrawal

Where processing is based on consent, you may withdraw consent at any time without affecting the lawfulness of prior processing.