Deposit:   The amount of deposit required depends on the nature of the tour, program or class selected. Based upon the selection made, clients will be advised of the amount of deposit required and due date.    Gourmet Getaways, Inc. will not make any booking or reservation unless all required deposit monies are paid in full. At the sole discretion of Gourmet Getaways, Inc. a late deposit may be accepted subject to payment of a $100.00 late fee.

Final Payments:  Payment in full is due 60 days prior to departure. In some cases, at the sole discretion of Gourmet Getaways Inc., the time for making final payment may vary as specified by Gourmet Getaways, Inc. If payment is not received by the date due or specified, the tour, program or class will be subject to cancellation or forfeiture of deposit.

Reservation and Booking Fees:   In some cases, depending on the tour, program or class selected, independent reservation or booking fees are applicable and will be charged to the client.   The client will be notified of this charge.

Other Charges:   Gourmet Getaways, Inc. specializes in creating customized tours, programs and classes to meet client's specifications.   Occasionally, charges or costs not noted elsewhere will be incurred.   The client will be advised in this case.

Prices:   Unless otherwise noted all prices are per person based upon double occupancy.    Single supplement will result in additional charges.

All PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE DUE TO ECONOMIC OR CURRENCY FLUCTUATIONS.

Cancellations and Refunds: There will be NO refunds in the event of cancellations 30 days or less prior to departure. In the event of cancellations more than 30 days prior to departure all refunds will be subject to the individual policies of hotels, cooking schools, tour guides, Gourmet Getaways, etc.

It is recommended that clients purchase travel insurance covering cancellations for medical reasons.

There will be NO refunds in the event of cancellation of any one - day cooking classes.

Full refunds will be made in the event Gourmet Getaways, Inc. cancels a tour program or class. Gourmet Getaways, Inc. reserves the right to cancel any tour, program or class at any time before departure for any reason. Gourmet Getaways, Inc. reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to substitute services of similar quality for any stated in any program or itinerary. In the event of cancellation by Gourmet Getaways, Inc, it will make reasonable efforts to provide a suitable replacement, however, the liability of Gourmet Getaways, Inc. is limited to a full refund of payment. There will be no refund for any unused services.

CLIENTS ARE STRONLY URGED TO PURCHASE TRAVEL INSURANCE AND TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE.

Health Certification :   By engaging Gourmet Getaways, Inc. the client certifies that he/she has no condition or disability that would create a hazard or hardship to the client or other participating clients.   Gourmet Getaways, Inc. makes no representations or warranties regarding special accommodations of any kind, including handicapped accessibility.

Transfers:   In the event that transfers are included, arrivals and departures are scheduled for a specific date, time and location.   It is the responsibility of the client to be at the transfer location at the appropriate time.   Changes in arrival or departure times may result in additional charges.    Gourmet Getaways, Inc. is NOT responsible for any additional transfer or transportation charges that result from flight delays or any other reason.

Liability or Responsibility:   Gourmet Getaways, Inc. is not responsible for any act, or failure to act, of any third party over whom Gourmet Getaways, Inc. has no control. The client agrees that Gourmet Getaways, Inc. as well as its employees, and representatives shall not be responsible for any damages, expenses, or liability resulting from war, strikes, acts of terrorism, government action, weather, illness, theft, or any other cause beyond its control. Gourmet Getaways, Inc. reserves the right to reject any client or to cancel any reservation, in its discretion if circumstances require.

The liability of Gourmet Getaways, Inc. for any claim(s), including claims for consequential damages, made by any client(s) shall be limited to the client’s cost applicable to the tour, program, or class connected to such claim(s).

Promotion:   Gourmet Getaways, Inc. reserves the right to take photos or videos of any of its programs.   The client specifically consents to the use of any photographs or video materials by Gourmet Getaways, Inc. for promotional and/or commercial purposes without payment to the client.

Passports, Visas or other Documents:   It is the sole responsibility of the client to secure any and all documents required for their travel in accordance with all applicable government rules and regulations.   Clients are encouraged to confirm necessary documentation by contacting the US State Department and/or appropriate embassies or consulates.

Waiver/Declination of Travel/Trip Cancellation Insurance:   In the event a client has declined to purchase travel/trip cancellation insurance, the client’s signature on the tour registration form shall confirm that the client was specifically informed of the advisability of obtaining that coverage and has specifically declined to do so.

Acceptance of Terms and Conditions:   By engaging Gourmet Getaways, Inc. the client certifies that he/she has read, understands, and accepts, without reservation or modification all of the forgoing Terms and Conditions.   In the event of any litigation between client and Gourmet Getaways, Inc., venue shall be in the Superior Court of New Jersey, Morris County.