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1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using Handpicked Vacations services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and all applicable laws and regulations.

2. Travel Services

Handpicked Vacations acts as an intermediary between clients and travel service providers. We design custom itineraries and coordinate bookings but do not directly provide transportation, accommodation, or activity services.

3. Booking and Payment

All bookings require a non-refundable planning fee. Additional payments for travel services are subject to individual supplier terms and conditions. Full payment is typically required 60 days before departure.

4. Cancellation Policy

Cancellation terms vary by supplier and destination. Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Planning fees are non-refundable but may be applied to future bookings within 12 months.

5. Travel Documents

Clients are responsible for ensuring valid passports, visas, and health documentation. We provide guidance but cannot guarantee approval of travel documents.

6. Limitation of Liability

Handpicked Vacations' liability is limited to the planning fee paid. We are not responsible for acts of suppliers, weather conditions, political situations, or other circumstances beyond our control.

7. Privacy and Data Protection

We are committed to protecting your privacy in accordance with our Privacy Policy and applicable data protection laws including GDPR.

8. Dispute Resolution

Any disputes will be resolved through binding arbitration in Miami, Florida, under Florida state law.

Last updated: December 2024

1. Information We Collect

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

2. How We Use Your Information

Your information is used to design custom itineraries, make bookings, provide customer support, and send relevant travel communications with your consent.

3. Information Sharing

We share necessary information with travel suppliers (hotels, airlines, tour operators) to fulfill your bookings. We never sell your personal information to third parties.

4. GDPR Compliance

For EU residents, we comply with GDPR requirements including:

• Right to access your personal data
• Right to rectification of inaccurate data
• Right to erasure ("right to be forgotten")
• Right to restrict processing
• Right to data portability
• Right to object to processing

5. Data Security

We implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

6. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to provide services and comply with legal obligations, typically 7 years for financial records.

7. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies to improve website functionality and analyze usage. You can control cookie preferences through your browser settings.

8. Contact Information

For privacy-related inquiries or to exercise your rights, contact us at [email protected] or +1 (305) 555-0147.

Last updated: December 2024

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide you with a better browsing experience and personalized travel recommendations.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They enable core functionality like security, network management, and accessibility.

Performance Cookies

These cookies collect information about how visitors use our website, helping us improve performance and user experience. All information is aggregated and anonymous.

Functional Cookies

These cookies enable enhanced functionality and personalization, such as remembering your preferences and providing customized content.

Marketing Cookies

With your consent, these cookies track your browsing habits to provide relevant travel offers and advertisements across websites.

Managing Your Cookie Preferences

You can control and manage cookies through your browser settings. Please note that disabling certain cookies may impact website functionality.

Third-Party Cookies

We may use trusted third-party services like Google Analytics to analyze website usage and improve our services. These services have their own privacy policies.

Cookie Consent

By continuing to use our website, you consent to our use of cookies as described in this policy. You can withdraw consent at any time through your browser settings.

Last updated: December 2024

Digital Millennium Copyright Act Notice

Handpicked Vacations respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users to do the same. We comply with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA).

Copyright Infringement Claims

If you believe that content on our website infringes your copyright, please provide our designated agent with the following information:

• A physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized representative
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Identification of the material claimed to be infringing and its location on our website
• Your contact information (address, telephone number, email address)
• A statement that you have a good faith belief that the use is not authorized
• A statement that the information is accurate and you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner

Designated DMCA Agent

Name: Legal Department
Address: 2450 Biscayne Boulevard, Suite 200, Miami, FL 33137
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (305) 555-0147

Counter-Notification

If you believe your content was removed in error, you may submit a counter-notification containing:

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of the removed content and its former location
• A statement under penalty of perjury that removal was due to mistake or misidentification
• Your contact information and consent to jurisdiction

Repeat Infringer Policy

We may terminate accounts of users who are repeat infringers of copyright in accordance with the DMCA and our Terms of Service.

Last updated: December 2024