Last Updated: 9th July 2025
1. INTRODUCTION
Welcome to BookFreedivingRetreats.com (“Book Freediving Retreats”, “we”, “us”, “our”). By using our website (the “Site”) and related services (the “Service”), you (“you”, “your”, “User”) agree to these Terms of Service (“Terms”). If you disagree with any part, please do not use our Site.
Book Freediving Retreats provides an online platform connecting retreat providers (“Hosts”) with individuals (“Guests”) seeking to book freediving experiences and related services. We do not own, operate, manage, run, or supervise any retreats listed. We act solely as an independent booking marketplace and payment facilitator.
2. YOUR ACCEPTANCE
By accessing or using any part of our Site, you confirm you are of legal age in your jurisdiction and have the authority to accept these Terms on behalf of yourself or any party you represent.
3. NO AGENCY OR OPERATION
Book Freediving Retreats is not a travel agent, retreat operator, employer, or manager of Hosts or Guests. We do not plan, host, lead, or supervise any activities, nor do we verify the suitability, safety, legality, insurance, or licensing of any Host or retreat.
4. ROLE OF OUR PLATFORM
Our platform enables:
- Hosts to create listings for freediving retreats and related services.
- Guests to browse, book, and pay for retreats directly with Hosts through our platform.
When you book a retreat, your contract is exclusively with the Host, not Book Freediving Retreats.
5. HOST RESPONSIBILITIES
By listing a retreat, each Host represents and warrants that:
- They have all required licenses, permits, insurance, and legal approvals.
- They are fully responsible for delivering the retreat as described.
- They comply with all applicable health, safety, and local laws.
- They hold adequate insurance for their operations and agree that Book Freediving Retreats does not insure any retreat or participant.
6. GUEST RESPONSIBILITIES & ASSUMPTION OF RISK
By booking or attending a retreat, you acknowledge that freediving and related activities carry inherent risks, including the risk of serious injury or death. You agree that you participate voluntarily and entirely at your own risk.
Guests are responsible for:
- Verifying that the chosen retreat and Host meet their personal expectations and skill level.
- Arranging and maintaining appropriate travel and health insurance.
- Complying with all applicable visa, health, and entry requirements for the retreat location.
Hosts are responsible for:
- Ensuring that all participants have signed any required liability waivers and provided valid, up-to-date medical clearance or fitness-to-dive documents before any training or course begins.
- Confirming that such documentation meets any local legal, safety, or certification requirements.
Book Freediving Retreats does not verify participant paperwork, health status, or fitness to dive — this responsibility rests entirely with the Host and participant.
7. PAYMENTS, CANCELLATIONS & REFUNDS
We process payments as the merchant of record on behalf of Hosts. The Host receives their payout 7 days prior the guest’s arrival is confirmed, less any agreed fees or commissions.
All payments, deposits, refunds, or cancellation policies are outlined on the specific retreat listing or our Booking & Cancellation Policy [link to full policy].
Book Freediving Retreats is not responsible for refunding payments made outside our platform.
8. LIABILITY DISCLAIMER
To the fullest extent allowed by law:
- Book Freediving Retreats disclaims all liability for any act, omission, negligence, misrepresentation, or failure by any Host or third party.
- We are not liable for any physical injury, illness, death, property loss, damage, or other costs you incur during or after your retreat.
- Our maximum liability to you, under any legal theory, shall not exceed the amount you paid to us for the booking in question.
9. INDEMNITY
You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Book Freediving Retreats, its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from any claim, liability, damage, expense, or loss (including reasonable legal fees) arising from:
- Your breach of these Terms.
- Your actions or omissions while participating in any retreat.
- Any claims brought by third parties related to your conduct or use of the Site.
Hosts agree to indemnify Book Freediving Retreats against any claims, losses, or costs arising from the operation, advertising, or delivery of any retreat listed.
10. USER CONTENT
If you submit reviews, photos, or other content, you grant us a worldwide, perpetual, royalty-free license to use, modify, display, or distribute that content in any medium. You represent that you own or have permission to share such content.
11. PROHIBITED USES
You may not use the Site or Service:
- For any unlawful purpose.
- To violate any international or local laws.
- To upload viruses or malicious code.
- To infringe intellectual property rights.
- To misrepresent your identity.
We may suspend or terminate your access if we reasonably believe you have violated these Terms.
12. THIRD-PARTY LINKS
Our Site may contain links to third-party sites. We do not endorse or control these sites and are not responsible for their content or services.
13. GOVERNING LAW
These Terms are governed by the laws of New South Whales. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Australia.
14. MODIFICATIONS
We may amend these Terms at any time by posting updates on our Site. Your continued use means you accept the revised Terms.
15. CONTACT
Questions about these Terms? Contact us via email to lucianafreediver+bookfreedivingretreats@gmail.com