IDENTIFICATION: Guests are required to make reservations in the full name that is  listed on his/her government document they will use for travel. If you need to make  any changes to a name after travel documents have been issued, clients will be  responsible for all name change fees, if applicable.  

PAYMENTS: Reservations can be made online with major credit cards.  

REFUNDS: All payments to RCE Travel Group are non-refundable and non-transferable. This is because RCE Travel Group has contractual agreements with travel vendors that will not allow us to obtain any refunds. This way we can keep our package prices competitive and allow you to make monthly payments on your vacation.  

ROOMMATE MATCHING: Roommate matching is available for our International Tours  only. You will be matched with a roommate once you have paid more than 75% of the  balance of your travel reservations and provided the person you will be matched with  has also paid 75% of his/her balance. 

PASSPORTS AND VISAS: Passengers are responsible for ensuring that they have the  proper travel documents and MUST CHECK with the respective consulate(s) or visa  agency to determine whether any visas or passports are required. Passports are  required to be valid for at least 6 months after the date of travel. Some countries  require a full blank “VISA” page in the passport for stamping purposes. Any  information provided on travel description pertains to US citizens only. Non-US  citizens should check with the respective consulate of the country(s) to be visited for  current entry requirements. We strongly suggest all cruise passengers to have a valid  passport in their possession while cruising.  

TRAVEL INSURANCE: Missing a vacation is bad enough. Losing the money you paid for  your vacation is even worse. Therefore, we highly recommend travel insurance that  helps provide coverage for trip cancellation, interruption, baggage loss or delay,  medical expenses and more. You are required to select and purchase travel insurance  yourself for any group travel packages with RCE Travel Group. You’re welcome to use your vendor of choice. For your convenience, we are an affiliate of Travel Insured. Get a quote today: https://bit.ly/rcetravelinsured 

TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Provided full payment is received no later than your Final  Payment Due date, travel documents and travel instructions will be sent via email  and/or mail 30 days or earlier prior to travel. If paper documents are requested when 

e-documents are available, documents will be delivered via USPS approximately 14-21  days prior, and a fee of $30 will apply. A complete street address is required (no PO  boxes).   

PRICES: All prices listed are per person based upon shared twin room occupancy  unless otherwise clearly specified. Prices do not include items of a personal nature  such as laundry, wines, water, beverages, food (other than at all-inclusive resorts or  where clearly specified), passport and visa fees, insurance, and foreign port taxes  unless specifically indicated in the package inclusions. Prices are correct at the time of publication; however, as airfares continually fluctuate and classes of service may have limited capacity, tour package prices and availability will change accordingly. In case of human or computer error, RCE Travel Group reserves the right to re-invoice for the correct price or service. A full refund will be made to passengers who choose not to pay an increase, provided RCE Travel Group receives a written cancellation within five days of the price increase notification.  

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PAYMENTS & CANCELLATION  

Deposit: A deposit is due at the time of reservation. All deposits are non-refundable  and non-transferable.  

All reservations (except where specified) will require a deposit and will be clearly  noted the amount due and the monthly payment plan.  

Full Payment: All reservations can be paid in full at time of booking as long as the  tour still has available space.  

Late Payment: If there is any outstanding balance by the Final Payment Due date  listed on your invoice, a late fee will automatically be added to your invoice one day  after your final payment date. Late fees vary. Please see each individual tour  description for late fee cost.  

Reinstatement of Reservations: If your travel reservations have been cancelled, and  you notify us within 14 days that you want to reinstate your reservations, a service 

reinstatement fee of $50 ($200 for international tours) will be added to your invoice  and must be paid in advance in order to apply for reconfirmation of services.  

Last Minute Reservations: All reservations must be made no later than 30 days prior  to departure. If requested services cannot be confirmed, payment will be refunded. If  services are confirmed, final payment is due within 24 hours and all applicable  cancellation penalties will apply.  

Cancellation: Once reservations have been made, cancellations will only be accepted  in writing. Email your cancellation request to hello@rcetravelgroup.com with your  invoice number, full name, and date of travel. If you do not receive an  acknowledgement within 48 hours, please call 810-240-3929 to ensure your  information was received.  

Reservation Changes: Changes to an existing reservation, whatever the cause, will  incur a $50 per person charge plus any additional supplier fees. This includes name  changes* and removal of any services such as optional tours and transfers. *Please  note that name changes to airline reservations are subject to full cancellation and  rebooking. Replacing a traveling passenger with another traveling passenger  constitutes a cancellation, subject to cancellation penalties, and is not covered by  this Reservation Changes policy. Changes or additions after departure are subject to  local rates at the time of amendment and must be paid directly by the passenger to  the service provider. There are no refunds for unused services.  

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COVID-19 WAIVER OF LIABILITY  

In Spring 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) declared the Novel Coronavirus  (COVID-19) a worldwide pandemic. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) issued  several preventative measures to combat the virus, such as frequent hand washing,  wearing a mask or face covering and keeping at least 6 feet away from others. If  contracted, this virus has the ability to cause the traveler serious and severe illness.  For more information on the COVID-19 virus, please visit the CDC webpage at  www.cdc.gov. 

I understand and agree to the following:  

1. COVID-19 is a highly contagious virus that can be spread via person to  person contact;  
2. After reasonable inquiry, RCE Travel Group has provided  me with the best available information regarding the pandemic-protective  policies and practices of the vendors and suppliers in my travel itinerary.  
3. Supplier(s) of RCE Travel Group may have policies in  place to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. RCE Travel Group is not the drafter or holder of those policies and I understand  that these policies can change at any time;  
4. I understand that the supplier(s) may not apply those policies as diligently  as the policies suggest and even if the supplier makes a good faith effort to  enforce its good practices, some travelers may simply refuse to cooperate;  
5. I understand that each state/country institutes their own pandemic protective policies and regulations. I further understand that I am  responsible for knowing, understanding and abiding by the pandemic protective policies and procedures regarding COVID-19 of all state(s)/ country(ies) listed in my travel itinerary, including any policy updates. I also  understand that I may be denied entry into the country for reasons within or  outside of my control;  
6. I understand that by traveling, I can be subject to voluntary or involuntary  quarantine either at home or in the traveled location(s);  
7. I am responsible for knowing, understanding and abiding by the pandemic protective policies and procedures regarding COVID-19 of all vendors used in  my travel itinerary, including any policy updates;  
8. With full awareness and appreciation of the risks involved, I, for myself, and  on behalf of my traveling companions, including, but not limited to, my  family, spouse, estate, heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, and  personal representatives, assume all risks of travel and hereby forever hold  harmless, waive, discharge, and release RCE Travel Group its officers, agents, independent contractors, affiliates, employees,  successors, and assigns (collectively the “Released Parties”) from any and  all liability, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action, directly or  indirectly arising out of or related to any loss, damage, or injury, including  death, that may be sustained by me related to COVID-19 whether caused by  the negligence of the Released Parties or any third-party vendor or supplier  partnering with RCE Travel Group.  
9. I agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Released Parties from  and against any and all costs, expenses, damages, claims, lawsuits,  judgments, losses, and/or liabilities (including attorney fees) arising either  directly or indirectly from or related to any and all claims made by or  against any of the Released Parties due to bodily injury or harm, death, loss  of use, monetary loss, or any other injury from or related to my use of  RCE Travel Group services, or the services of RCE Travel Group suppliers or vendors, specifically related to COVID-19. 

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FORCE MAJEURE  

There may be times when either party are unable to perform, or complete  performance, under the travel contract for reasons out of each other’s control. These  are called force majeure events and if occurs, make performing under the contract  inadvisable, commercially impracticable, illegal, or impossible. Events that may  trigger this provision include, but are not limited to, acts of God, acts of government,  acts of war or civil unrest, insurrection or revolts, military action, strikes or other  labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any kind, or the threat thereof,  pandemics, epidemics, illnesses or health conditions prevalent in the area of travel,  earthquakes, hurricanes, lightning, and explosions, unexpected legislation, or any  other event outside the reasonable control of either party.  

In the event that a force majeure event occurs, the parties will look to and follow the  cancellation policies of the suppliers, what is stated in the travel proposal and these  terms & conditions. Any changes to those policies are at the sole discretion of the  supplier (if applicable) and Travel Agency. Passenger will be informed of their options  if a force majeure event occurs.  

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TRAVELERS WITH DISABILITIES 

In order to fully enjoy your RCE Travel Group tour, we recommend that you select a trip that is suitable to your physical capabilities. Tour participants requiring any form of assistance, including travelers with physical disabilities, sight or hearing impairments, are required to notify RCE Travel Group prior to reservation for review and our agreement. Additionally, the tour participant must be accompanied by an individual responsible for providing those services. Tour managers, guides, drivers or other tour, hotel, ship personnel are not able to provide such assistance. In order to participate in escorted tours, passengers must be able to understand and follow instructions given by the Tour Director at all times, both for the successful operation of the tour as well as for their personal safety. RCE Travel Group reserves the right to reject participation or remove any individual from a tour if notification was not provided and/or when, in our sole judgment, continued participation would significantly hinder the services to be provided to all guests. Expenses, including cancellation fees and/or costs for alternate travel plans or to return home, will be the sole responsibility of the passenger. Escorted tours are fast-paced, often requiring lengthy walks over uneven terrain. In the interests of group harmony, clients should be able to maintain the pace of the tour. Clients with special needs may be better served independently.  RCE Travel Group can suggest touring options based upon specific requirements. 

Wheelchairs & Walkers: USA Tours: Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act  (the ADA), RCE Travel Group seeks to accommodate disabled travelers to the extent possible and consistent with the specific tour itinerary.  Nevertheless, you may find that certain tour features may not be accessible to the extent that you require a wheelchair, scooter, or other special equipment to participate. We cannot provide individual assistance to travelers with wheelchairs or other mobility devices. We regret that some itineraries cannot accommodate wheelchairs or motorized scooters. Passengers are required to advise RCE Travel Group of their accessibility requirements prior to booking in order for RCE Travel Group to determine if reasonable accommodations are available. RCE Travel Group will endeavor to accommodate  special access needs, but does not guarantee that it will be able to do so in all cases.  

International Tours: Hotels, sea and river cruises outside of the United States are not  required to comply with ADA requirements and therefore may not have ramps, wide  entryways or elevators to accommodate disabled passengers or devices such as  wheelchairs, walkers and motorized scooters. Due to physical constraints and space  limitations, wheelchairs, walkers and motorized scooters may not be taken aboard  motor coaches and river cruises.  

Service Animals: Service animals cannot be accommodated on international escorted  tours. Passengers on USA escorted tours who require a service dog because of a  disability should check with RCE Travel Group prior to booking a  tour.  

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AIRLINES: RCE Travel Group is not responsible for the services and policies imposed by the airlines. Airline schedules and flights are subject to change without notice. RCE Travel Group is not responsible for penalties incurred for tickets, international or domestic, not issued by RCE Travel Group due to schedule and/or flight changes. Airline reservations completed online are subject to review and, should RCE Travel Group deem it necessary, may be rebooked to match minimum connecting time requirements and/or tour package itineraries, in which case you will be notified  immediately. Airlines reserve the right to demand immediate issuance of tickets  whenever they determine that specific flights are heavily booked even when normal  ticketing rules do not require tickets to be issued until a later date. In this instance,  RCE Travel Group will require immediate and full payment of the airfare. This situation overrides invoice terms and conditions and payment due dates.  If full payment is not received, seats will be cancelled by the airline and may not be available to be rebooked on the same flights or at the same airfare. Any replacement air arrangements and airfare will be the sole responsibility of the passenger.  

Airline Tickets: Once full payment is received; RCE Travel Group airline tickets will be issued and are fully non-refundable. Should airline tickets  require to be issued earlier than the Final Payment due date, you may be required to  pay a larger non-refundable deposit and/or complete full payment. 

Airline Seat Assignments: The airlines bear sole authority of assigning seats on group  flights. All RCE Travel Group airline contracts are for economy-class seats only. If you require another class of service, you may consider purchasing your own flights and purchasing your land-only package from RCE Travel Group.  

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Airline Frequent Flier Programs: Passengers are responsible to contact their airline  directly regarding mileage eligibility and accrual. Airline frequent flier programs  determine whether to award miles in part or total based on their own rules which are  updated frequently. Some discounted or promotional airfares as well as some code share flights are not eligible for mileage accrual. Some private airfares, such as a  “RCE Travel Group Airfare”, are not eligible for mileage or may qualify for reduced mileage, even if the same airline class of service is eligible for full mileage when sold as an “Instant Purchase” published airfare. Not all published  airfares are eligible for mileage. RCE Travel Group will record frequent flier numbers when provided by the passenger prior to travel documents being issued. However, the addition of frequent flier numbers to airline records does not guarantee mileage eligibility which is at the sole discretion of each  airline. Airline schedule changes may result in flights that were originally eligible for mileage accrual no longer being eligible. We highly recommend passengers to provide  their frequent flier account information whenever checking in online and/or at the  airport check-in desk. After travel has commenced, it is often not possible to apply  for frequent mileage credit. Passengers are also responsible to determine whether previously earned mileage may be applied to flights to secure upgrades.  

Contact Information: Pursuant to TSA Secure Flight requirements, passengers are  responsible to provide RCE Travel Group with their name as it appears on their passport (or other government-issued I.D. when traveling), date of birth, gender, address, phone number, email and fax data for all passengers.  Passengers must ensure that names are correctly listed on their invoice. RCE Travel Group will not be responsible for passengers who do not receive an invoice or documents or are denied boarding due to inaccurate information.  

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Airline Name Changes: Any name change including minor spelling corrections may  require airline reservations to be canceled and rebooked. Reservations are subject to  current availability and pricing at the time of rebooking. Once airline tickets are  issued, subsequent name corrections will be subject to an airline rebooking fee which  may be as much as the full value of the airline ticket plus a $50 revision fee per  change. RCE Travel Group will not be held responsible for the denial of services by a carrier due to any name discrepancy. Name changes must be advised in writing at hello@rcetravelgroup.com.  

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Airline Taxes & Fuel Surcharges: If you purchased airfare, airline taxes and fuel 

surcharges are included. Prior to completion of full payment there is a potential for a  price increase(s) due to increases in government-levied taxes and fees and/or fuel  surcharges. To avoid potential increases, you may choose to accelerate your final  payment in order that your tickets may be issued. Once issued, airline tickets are no  longer subject to potential increases but are fully non-refundable. Certain overseas  domestic flights are subject to air taxes which can only be paid locally; in these  cases, the specific flights and amounts of those taxes are indicated in our package  presentation and pre-departure documentation.  

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Schedule Changes: In the event of an airline schedule change, RCE Travel Group will make every effort to inform passengers of the schedule change and new flight schedule prior to departure. RCE Travel Group is not responsible for schedule changes including, when applicable, changes in routing and/or the number of stops in the itinerary. RCE Travel Group is unable to provide compensation for schedule changes, seat assignment modifications,  or cancellations implemented by an airline. In the event of any change in flight, itinerary made directly between passengers and their airline, it is the passengers’  responsibility to advise RCE Travel Group of amended flight details in writing at  hello@rcetravelgroup.com. RCE Travel Group cannot be held responsible for land services, including arrival and/or departure transfers, if flights  are changed without its knowledge.  

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Hotel Accommodations: All rooms requested are standard twin-bedded (two single  beds) rooms with private facilities, unless you have specifically requested a king/ double size bed. Please understand although we will make a bed type request on your  behalf, bed types are subject to availability. Room selection in all cases is strictly at  the discretion of the hotel’s management on a run-of-house basis. Triple and quad  occupancy rooms consist of two beds for cruises, where triple and quad rooms will  consist a twin bed for each person. Some single rooms are smaller than a standard  room size. The number of persons accommodated does not dictate the room size.  Although available at most 4 and 5 star hotels, use of air-conditioning abroad differs  greatly from the United States. Many European hotels were built before central air conditioning was introduced. Air-conditioning is often shut down at night and from the  end until the start of the summer months. All hotel rates are based on RCE Travel Group’s agreements with its suppliers and are not negotiable.  Hotel check-in time is generally not before 3:00 p.m. and check-out time is prior to noon. Please be sure that adequate arrangements for accommodations have been taken into consideration when a late-night flight is being used. If a day room is included in the itinerary, check-out will normally be 6:00 p.m. We reserve the right to make substitutions with hotels of equal standard. There will be no refunds for any difference in the cost of those accommodations.  

Hotel & Profiles: RCE Travel Group’s hotel profiles are based upon information provided to RCE Travel Group by hotel and cruise ship partners and their representatives,  including images and descriptions of individual properties. Star-ratings may differ from country to country. RCE Travel Group does its best to maintain current information, however is not responsible for any inaccuracies,  changes in description details or amenities, or images provided by third parties.  ________________________________________  

Meals: As specified in each itinerary. Meals are based on the hotel’s or restaurant’s  buffet or set menu. In general, beverages are not included, unless specifically stated.  Although RCE Travel Group cannot make guarantees, every effort will be made to honor special dietary requests submitted in writing at least 4 weeks prior to departure at hello@rcetravelgroup.com.  

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Transfers: Transfers are provided as indicated for each tour by car, minibus, or motor  coach provided airfare is purchased from RCE Travel Group. If you purchase a land-only tour, or if you deviate from the arrival and/or departure dates as stated in the itinerary, you will have the responsibility to purchase your own transfer to the hotel. Your arrival transfer is guaranteed for up to one hour from your scheduled arrival time in order to compensate for minor delays. RCE Travel Group or the transfer company will not be responsible for flight delays, for any reason, beyond one hour from your originally scheduled arrival time.  In case of a delay, whether due to flight delay, immigration and customs, or time spent reporting baggage damage or loss, it will be your responsibility to make other transfer arrangements such as a taxi. Transfer costs are not refundable and any additional expenses will be your responsibility. The cost of a transfer is more expensive than hiring a taxi, as a RCE Travel Group transfer necessarily includes round trip service, or ‘dead-leg’, meaning that our driver must come to the airport, hotel or pier only to pick you up and necessarily loses a one-way  fare. Often the places of call (airports, seaports, hotels) demand entrance and  parking fees, where drivers may have to wait for up to an hour. RCE Travel Group transfer drivers, while not employees of RCE Travel Group, are reliable. They provide you with a full welcome service, transfer you to the correct location and are prepared to answer your questions along your ride.  Passengers comfortable hiring a taxi on their own and do not require assistance will  save money.  

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Sightseeing & Itinerary: Will be operated by motor-vehicle, its size dictated by the  number of participants. Times listed in itineraries are approximate and meant only as guidelines. Some itineraries may have early morning  start times for sightseeing in order to complete the touring during daylight hours or avoid afternoon heat in tropical and desert climates. It is your responsibility to arrive on time for all scheduled flights, cruises, and package components. Arriving late may be considered a “no-show”, in which case you will not be eligible for refund for the unused service(s). We cannot guarantee the number of passengers who will be on any given tour. You may find that you are traveling with a sizeable group or only with your own companions. Services, however, will remain constant no matter the number of tour participants. Persons requiring any assistance or who have any form of disability  should refer to section “Travelers With Disabilities”. On dates including, but not 

limited to religious holidays and national celebrations, some monuments and sites  may be closed. On these occasions, touring itineraries may be amended to reflect  these closures. Occasionally, during holidays and certain periods, and/or due to  unforeseen circumstances including weather conditions there may be last-minute  changes, sometimes after arrival, affecting the sequence of the tour, locations visited and/or hotels. Therefore, we reserve the right to adjust the sequence and/or  substitute any hotels with others of similar category. In such cases there will be no  cost adjustment. National monuments and tourist sites regularly undergo renovations,  which can obscure the monument’s view. No tour will be canceled due to renovations,  however RCE Travel Group will decide based on the conditions whether to amend an itinerary. RCE Travel Group itineraries may contain suggestions for activities for your leisure time; these suggestions do not constitute an endorsement of any specific service provider and the decision to participate in any such activities should be made independently and with due consideration.  ________________________________________  

Group Harmony: To ensure the desired group synergy, RCE Travel Group reserves the right to accept, reject or expel any individual who is  deemed disruptive or incompatible with the interests of the group, including, but not  limited to, individuals who are intoxicated and/or under the influence of drugs  leading to a negative experience for the remainder of the group. Expenses, including cancellation fees and/or costs for alternate travel plans or to return home, will  necessarily be borne by the passenger. All unused services are non-refundable.  ________________________________________  

Health Requirements: Check with your healthcare provider for up-to-date  requirements. You may also check the Centers for Disease Control (www.cdc.gov)  and/or the World Health Organization (http://www.who.int/en/) for their  recommendations. Required vaccinations, if any, must be recorded by clients’ health  practitioner on a valid vaccination certificate which the client must carry for proof of  vaccination where required. Individuals with heart disease, chronic illness, physical  handicap, advanced pregnancy, or mental illness should not participate in these  rigorous travel programs. Any person who arrives to the destination ill with apparent  fever or becomes ill during the tour, will be removed from the group and directed to a  local medical facility for diagnosis. Only upon clearance by an accredited medical  facility will that individual be allowed to resume group travel. All costs associated  with medical treatment and related expenses such as additional hotel nights or  transportation not included in the original itinerary, will necessarily be borne by the  passenger.  

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Luggage (Airlines): Checked bags are typically limited to a total dimension of 62  inches by adding length + width + height (example: 26″+26″+10″ = 62”), and a  maximum weight of 50 lbs (23kg). Many airlines apply charges for checked bags.  RCE Travel Group is not responsible for checked bag fees,  excess luggage or weight charges levied by an airline. If your luggage is lost or  damaged by the airlines, a baggage claim form MUST be filed with the carrier before  leaving the airport. We recommend that you use brightly colored luggage tags, straps  or other identifiers to help you locate your luggage upon arrival or to describe it if it  is lost.  

Luggage (Escorted Tours): All RCE Travel Group escorted tour buses allow one piece of luggage per person, plus carry-on bag. Additional baggage will be subject to a handling charge of $100 per piece. As RCE Travel Group will not be responsible for loss or damage to luggage and personal  belongings, you MUST report any loss or damage immediately at the time of the  incident and obtain a written report from the local authority for submission to your insurance provider.  

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Tipping: Complete tipping guidelines are as follows:  

Drivers including private cars and motorcoach drivers: $5-$10 per person, per day  Tour Guides: $10-$20 per person, per day  

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PASSENGER AGREEMENT: All passengers are required to complete a Passenger  Agreement prior to travel and, by so doing, formally accept RCE Travel Group’s Terms & Conditions. Passengers booking online will be required to complete the Passenger Agreement at the time of booking. Travel documents will not be released without a completed Passenger Agreement. RCE Travel Group reserves the right to cancel bookings and return deposits without a completed Passenger  Agreement. The Passenger Agreement incorporates these Terms & Conditions including the following Release from Liability, Assumption of Risk and Binding Arbitration  Clauses. Completion of the Passenger Agreement constitutes agreement to these  Travel Terms & Conditions and RCE Travel Group’s Release from  Liability, Assumption of Risk and Binding Arbitration Clause.  

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RELEASE FROM LIABILITY: RCE Travel Group LLC., its officers, employees and affiliates, (collectively “RCE Travel Group “) does not own or operate any entity which is to or does provide goods or services for your trip including, for example, ownership or control over hotels or other lodging facilities, airline, vessel, bus, van or other transportation companies, local ground operators, providers or organizers of optional excursions or equipment used thereon, food service or entertainment providers, etc. All such persons and entities are independent contractors. As a result, RCE Travel Group is not liable for any negligent or willful act or failure to act of any such person or entity, or of any other third party. Without limitation, RCE Travel Group is not responsible for any injury, loss, or damage to person or  property, death, delay or inconvenience in connection with the provision of any goods  or services occasioned by or resulting from, but not limited to, acts of God, acts of  government, force majeure, acts of war or civil unrest, insurrection or revolt, strikes  or other labor activities, criminal or terrorist activities of any kind, or the threat  thereof, overbooking or downgrading of accommodations, structural or other  defective conditions in hotels or other lodging facilities, mechanical or other failure  of airplanes or other means of transportation or for any failure of any transportation  mechanism to arrive or depart timely or safely, dangers associated with or bites from  animals, pests or insects, marine life or vegetation of any sort, dangers incident to  recreational activities such as swimming, kayaking, sailing, canoeing, rafting, hiking,  walking, bicycling, etc., sanitation problems, food poisoning, lack of access to or  quality of medical care, difficulty in evacuation in case of a medical or other  emergency, illness, epidemics or the threat thereof or for any other cause beyond the  direct control of RCE Travel Group. In addition, I release RCE Travel Group from its own negligence and assume all risk thereof.  

ASSUMPTION OF RISK: I am aware that travel such as that I am undertaking involves  hazardous activities, with a risk of illness, injury or death which may be caused by  forces of nature, animals, insects or flora, the negligence of RCE Travel Group, or other persons and companies known or unknown, or of willful or criminal conduct of third parties. I am aware that weather conditions may be severe, 

adverse and/or unpleasant. I am also aware that medical services or facilities may not  be readily available or accessible during some or all of the time during which I am  participating on the trip. In order to partake of the enjoyment and excitement of this  trip I am willing to accept the risks and uncertainty involved as being an integral part  of my adventure. I hereby accept and assume full responsibility for any and all risks of  illness, injury or death and of the negligence of RCE Travel Group and agree to hold harmless and release RCE Travel Group from claims of third-party negligence.  

I understand the physical requirements of the activity in which I will be participating,  and I currently have no known physical, medical or mental condition which would  impair my ability to participate in this tour or my safety in this activity, and I am  willing to assume all risks that may be created, directly or indirectly, by any such  condition. I hereby authorize RCE Travel Group or my local groundhandler or others to arrange for any emergency medical treatment and hospitalization as may be necessary for me because of participation in this activity without my further consent.  

BINDING ARBITRATION: I agree that any dispute concerning, relating or referring to  this Agreement, the brochure or any other literature concerning my trip, or the trip  itself, shall be settled by arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association under its Commercial Arbitration Rules, and judgment on the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof. Such proceedings will be governed by Maryland law. The arbitrator and not any federal,  state, or local court or agency shall have exclusive authority to resolve any dispute relating to the interpretation, applicability, enforceability, conscionability, or formation of this contract, including but not limited to any claim that all or any part of this contract is void or voidable. Please understand that by agreeing to these terms and conditions, you (and we) are waiving our right to a trial by jury.  

VOLUNTARY PARTICIPATION: I acknowledge that I have voluntarily applied to  participate on the trip designated on this application (or a trip which I may change to)  and that I have read the description of the trip as it appears in the current RCE Travel Group website relating to the trip, together with all information contained in this application. I am voluntarily participating in this trip with knowledge of the hazards involved.  

KNOWING AND VOLUNTARY EXECUTION: I have carefully read these Terms and  Conditions and the booking information sections of this document, and fully  understand its contents. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a contract  between myself and RCE Travel Group and agree of my own free will. By signing, I agree to these Travel Terms & Conditions and RCE Travel Group Release from Liability, Assumption of Risk and Binding Arbitration  Clause for myself, each member of my traveling party and any minor children accompanying me. 

PHOTOGRAPHIC RELEASE: RCE Travel Group may take photographs or video of its trips and trip participants grant RCE Travel Group permission to do so and for it to use same for promotional or commercial use without payment of any compensation to the participant.  

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USE OF WEB SITE: www.rcetravelgroup.com 

Agreement between Customer and RCE Travel Group:  www.rcetravelgroup.com is offered to you, the customer, conditioned on your  acceptance without modification of the terms, conditions, and notices contained  herein. Your use of www.rcetravelgroup.com constitutes your agreement to all such  terms, conditions, and notices.  

Liability Disclaimer: The information, products, and services published on this web  site may include inaccuracies or typographical errors. Changes are periodically made  to the information which appears here. The content of this site is not guaranteed to  be complete, accurate, or available and may be changed at any time without notice.  RCE Travel Group may make improvements or changes on this web site at any time. In no event shall RCE Travel Group be liable for any direct, indirect, punitive, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising our of, or in any way connected with, the use of this website, or for any information, products, and services obtained through this web site, or otherwise arising out of the use of this web site.  

Links to Other Web Sites: www.rcetravelgroup.com may contain hyperlinks to websites operated by parties other than RCE Travel Group.  Such hyperlinks are provided for your reference only. RCE Travel Group does not control such Web sites and is not responsible for their content.