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  Flexible Breaks Terms and Conditions  

 
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OUR OBLIGATIONS

1. The contract and confirmation

(i) The terms and conditions set out in this section together with your Booking Confirmation comprise the agreement between Flexible Breaks and all those listed on the booking on whose behalf the party leader is acting.

(ii) A contract only exists once we have received a completed booking form from you along with any payments due.

(iii) It is important that you check all the details shown on the booking form to ensure that they are correct as this forms the basis of the contract. Any discrepancies should be brought to our attention within 7 days of issue, otherwise the details on the Booking Confirmation form will be deemed to be correct.

(iv) We do not accept bookings for children unaccompanied by adults, if the children are under the age of 18 on the date of outward travel.

(v) Our transfers will meet the flight number at the time indicated on your Booking Confirmation. If that flight is delayed, we will endeavour to meet it, but cannot guarantee this.

(vi) Flexible Breaks SA offer airport transfers (free or otherwise) on the express understanding that they cannot be held liable if a transfer is delayed or cancelled due to reasons beyond the company's control.

2. Holiday price

(i) In the event that the quoted price and the price published on the Flexible Breaks website price list differ, the price list will be deemed to be correct unless the quoted price forms part of a special offer.

(ii) We reserve the right to increase or decrease our prices at any time. However, we guarantee that no surcharges will be made once you have confirmed your booking by returning the Booking Confirmation form to us, unless your booking in amended in any way.

(iii) The company reserve the right  to sell accommodation at a discounted rate as part of a special offer.  The special offer rate will not be applied to existing bookings.

3. Cancellations and alterations by us

(i) Due to the fact that we plan holiday programmes months in advance, it is sometimes necessary to make changes to the accommodation described on our web site.  In such cases, where possible, you will be allocated accommodation of a similar or superior nature. If we are not able to provide similar accommodation and the only available accommodation is of a lower standard, we will refund you the difference in the cost of the two accommodations. If for reasons beyond our control we cannot provide alternative accommodation any monies paid to Flexible Breaks will be refunded.

4. Our liability to you

(i) We accept responsibility for the acts and omissions of our employees whilst acting in the course of their employment.

(ii) We cannot be held liable to accept responsibility for death, bodily injury or illness caused on holiday unless it is proved that it is due to the negligence of our employees. This company’s liability in any action will be limited to twice the base cost of the holiday (as per your Booking Confirmation form).

(iii) If due to adverse weather conditions or other circumstances beyond our control, there is no local skiing, we will endeavour to provide alternative arrangements to the nearest skiable resort. This will be charged at cost to you (ski and snowboard holidays only).

(iv) If in the opinion of any person in authority such as coach driver, accommodation owner, chalet manager, or senior Flexible Breaks employee you appear to be unfit to travel, or because of anti-social behaviour, are likely to cause a disturbance to other customers, or damage to property, we reserve the right to terminate your holiday arrangements with us. We will not be liable to provide alternative arrangements or repatriation nor will we cover any costs that you may incur or make any refunds.

(v) If the arrival of your flight is delayed we will endeavour to hold the transfer vehicle for you, but cannot guarantee this.

(vi) If you or a member of your party are delayed at the arrival airport for any reason such as but not restricted to immigration or customs procedures, we do not guarantee to hold the transfer vehicle for you.

(vii) We are not liable for any additional accommodation and or transport costs incurred as a result of delay or cancellation of your flights and/or circumstances in section (vi) above.

 

YOUR OBLIGATIONS

1. Booking your holiday and understanding the contract

(i) In order to guarantee your booking, payments must be received within the time specified on your Booking Option.

(ii) Please note that travel insurance is essential and no liability will be accepted for any clients travelling without adequate travel insurance.  This should be obtained at the time of booking and should cover you for losses incurred in the event that you are forced to cancel your holiday.

(iii) Upon Booking Confirmation, unless any discrepancies are brought to our attention, it will be deemed that you have accepted this Booking Contract and the Flexible Breaks terms and conditions on behalf of all persons included on the booking form.

(iv) Telephone quotes are all provided subject to written confirmation.

(v)  It is the party leader's responsibility to advise Flexible Breaks of any change to his or her contact details including email address.  The email address provided will be used to notify you of any changes, or other important information.  Evidence of email dispatch from Flexible Breaks will be regarded as evidence of email receipt.

2. Paying for your holiday

(i) Our terms of payment are 50% deposit with your booking and balance payable 30 days before your scheduled arrival.  If your booking is made less than 30 days before arrival the full amount is payable at time of booking.

(ii) Any payments payments must be received within the time specified on your Booking Option.

(iii) If you do not pay in full by the date shown on the Booking Confirmation we reserve the right to cancel your booking. In such a case no refunds will be made.

3. Cancelling your booking

(i) If you cancel your booking the party leader on your booking form must advise us in writing, by post, facsimile or email immediately. Your booking will only be deemed to be cancelled when you receive email confirmation from us. Verbal cancellations will not be accepted. If you cancel you will be liable to pay the cancellation charges set out in the table below. Cancellation periods are calculated on the date of your cancellation being received by us.  We will issue you with a Cancellation Invoice, which may be used to reclaim losses from your insurance company.  The term ‘total holiday cost’ in the table means the total holiday cost for all persons included in the booking and shown on our Booking Confirmation.

Period before scheduled arrival date when your cancellation is received Cancellation charge expressed as a % of total holiday cost
56 days or more deposit
42-55 days 60%
29-41 days 70%
22-28 days 90%
0-21 days 100%
Departure date/no show 100%

(ii) If one member of your party wishes to cancel this may mean that the accommodation booked is under-occupied and result in the remainder of the party having to pay any applicable supplements to retain the booking.

4. Transferring your booking

(i) If you are prevented from travelling, you may transfer your booking to another person or group, as long as you give us at least 21 days’ notice and the arrangements remain exactly the same as the original booking. You must also agree to pay any charges we may incur or levy to make this change. For the purpose of this contract, we define ‘prevented’ to be death, accident, illness or witness summons of yourself, travelling companion or close relative.

5. Whilst on holiday

(i) If you wish to make any changes to the booked arrangements whilst on holiday, for example, upgrading your accommodation, extending or reducing your holiday duration, all such requests will be subject to availability and any extra costs, including cancellation charges, must be met by you and be paid locally. As this alters the basis of your booking contract with us, it is essential that such changes be arranged through us in writing, either with our local representative/agent or with the office address detailed at the bottom of your Booking Confirmation.

(ii) The accommodation booked is only available for use by those persons on the booking unless otherwise agreed by Flexible Breaks in writing.

(iii) The party leader is responsible for any damage caused by any member of their group to the holiday accommodation.  Any charges levied by the owner must be paid locally by the party leader.

(iv) Please remember that you are a guest at your holiday accommodation and the owner or senior Flexible Breaks employee may remove anyone whose behaviour is disruptive or affects the enjoyment of other guests, see paragraph 4 (iv) Our Obligations.

(v) No smoking is permitted in any  Flexible Breaks accommodation.  Anyone found to be in breach of this rule will be asked to vacate the premises immediately and charged for the cleaning of all curtains, carpets, furniture covers and bed linen.  We will not be liable to provide alternative arrangements or repatriation nor will we cover any costs that you may incur or make any refunds.

6. Any Problems

Any complaints should be brought to the attention of the Flexible Breaks representative or the relevant supplier as soon as possible.  They will make every effort to achieve a satisfactory solution.

Additional Information - Cots & child seats

(i) Cots must be requested at time of booking and will be provided if available.   We cannot guarantee that cots will meet British Safety Standards. The decision to use a cot is solely at the discretion of the parents. The inclusion of a cot may restrict room space. Cot linen is not usually provided.

(ii) Child car seats are not supplied by Flexible Breaks. In the event that one of our sub-contractors supplies a car seat, Flexible Breaks accepts no responsibility or liability.


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