Patty Lyons Scotland Knitting Tour 2024 Booking Form

Mobility & Health Issues:

A. Unfortunately, at this time we are unable to accommodate wheelchairs/scooters on our scheduled escorted tours, as our coaches are not equipped with wheelchair ramps. Also, many of the locations and workshops visited will not be accessible to those with mobility issues and it should be noted that a reasonable walking pace is required in order that the tour is able to stay on schedule.

B. We reserve the right to deny you permission to travel or participate in any aspect of a tour at any time and at your own risk and expense where it is determined that your physical or mental condition renders you unfit for travel or if you represent a danger to yourself or others.

C. A certain amount of walking is inevitable on all tours. You must be able to board the coach unaided and where tours include ferry transportation, you will need to be able to board the ferry by gangway or pontoon and be able to walk unaided at a reasonable pace from coach to hotel and coach to visitor attractions. It is not always possible for the coach to park directly outside an attraction or activity. If you do not wish to visit a particular attraction, you will not be able to stay on the coach. You must be able to climb stairs of more than 25 steps and be able to walk more than 1 mile unaided at a reasonable pace. The terrain at some attractions and locations may be rough and uneven and not suitable for someone with mobility issues. Our drivers and guides cannot provide individualized help for walking, getting on and off motor coaches, ferries or other personal needs.

D. You are responsible for assessing whether a tour is suitable for you. If in doubt, you should consult your physician to confirm your fitness for travel and participation in any planned activities. We do not provide medical advice. It is your responsibility to assess the risks and requirements of each aspect of the tour based on your unique circumstances, limitations, fitness level, and medical requirements.

E. If you require special attention, you must advise us at the time of booking. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate tour participants with specific needs but we are not responsible for denial of services by any of our suppliers.

F. In the event that a tour participant with mobility or health issues has such an effect so as to create difficulties with the touring schedule, we will unfortunately be left with no alternative but to remove this person from the tour with no refund of fees paid regardless of the stage of the tour. While on tour it is our representative who will decide to cancel a tour participant place or not and their decision will be final.

Tour Description

This tour includes accommodation and services communicated to you in the form of your touring itinerary.

Additional items which are not included include alcohol, menu supplements, room service, upgrades, gratuities, etc. are your direct responsibility in relation to cost and settlement.

This tour does not include flights, travel to start point of tour, additional pre or post nights or transfers not outlined or agreed with us.

Hotels, attractions and activities detailed in the itinerary may be altered subject to availability or a change in circumstances beyond our control.

Price of Tour

Currency - All prices are in GBP, British Pounds Sterling as this tour is in Scotland.

Prices are given on a per person sharing basis with a single supplement where applicable.

All prices are inclusive of local government taxes. Pricing may be subject to change in line with any tax fluctuations imposed by HM Revenue and Customs in the UK.

Payment Terms

An initial deposit of 20% of the total tour price is required to secure your booking and this is due once we receive your booking form. Please refer to your quotation sent to you by your tour representative to confirm the amount.
Final payment is due 60 days before the tour departure date. Failure to pay final balance by this date may result in the cancellation of your place. This date is 8 July 2024.

Acceptable payment methods are by Bank Transfer or Credit/Debit Card. All payments received by bank transfer must be for the full amount required with your sender’s banking fees payable by you.

Cancellation Terms

Cancellation of your booking must be in writing or by email to us.

If the reason for your cancellation is covered under your insurance policy, you may be able to make a claim under that policy.

Tours already booked cannot be cancelled and rebooked where special offers are made available.

Cancellation Penalties:
Cancellation 60 days or more prior to itinerary start date – Full deposit is forfeit.
Cancellation 60 days to 31 days prior to itinerary start date – 50% of total paid is forfeit
Cancellation 30 days or less prior to itinerary start date – 100% of total paid is forfeit

Note: Day one of the tour is tour start date as per itinerary. Cancellation charges will also apply to any extra services pre and post tour.

Your Responsibilities

It is your responsibility to check the accuracy of dates booked upon receipt of travel documents.
It is your responsibility to ensure that we have correct email address details to ensure travel information is delivered on time.
All documentation will be sent by email.
It is your responsibility to make sure that you have adequate travel insurance in the event of trip cancellation, personal accident, medical expenses, emergency evacuation, loss of monies, etc. We would recommend ‘cancel for any reason’ insurance.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have all necessary visas, passports, permits and certificates required for your selected itinerary as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws.
All travel documents must be valid for at least 5 months.
It is your responsibility to ensure your flights arrive into the airport on or before the tour start date.
You must advise us in writing of any special requests. The granting of requests is subject to availability and increased costs where applicable.
You must provide us with emergency contact details and inform us of any allergies, dietary requirements, etc. prior to travel.
When you book with us, you accept responsibility for any damage or loss caused by you. Full payment for any such damage or loss must be paid at the time direct to the accommodation owner or manager or other supplier. If you fail to do so, you will be responsible for meeting any claims (including legal costs) subsequently made against us because of such actions.
You are obliged to respect the right of residents living close to our hotels used by us during your tour, to live free from noise, vandalism or any other source of annoyance, especially at night-time. Any tour participant who contravenes this policy may be reported to the local authorities.
We would ask you come to our tour with a positive frame of mind, ready to enjoy your adventure with us.
At all times you must show courtesy and respect to your driver/guide and more importantly the other tour participants. Failure to do so may result in you being asked to leave the tour at our representative’s discretion.
You must obey the laws of the country in which you are located whilst travelling on one of our tours. We would ask you to show respect for the many diverse customs that exist in the country you are travelling in. If you do not do so, your tour may be cancelled without any refund. We will decide on cancelling your tour or not and our decision will be final.
While on tour, your appointed tour guide or our representative may need to make a decision in the interests of safety. It is a condition of bookings that you comply with the authority and decisions of our appointed representative. If there is no compliance, we reserve the right to refuse to allow you to continue the tour. In such a case we will not be liable for any refund, compensation or any additional costs incurred by you.
We cannot accept liability for the behaviour of others on your tour nor if any facilities are curtailed as a result of their actions.
It is your responsibility to ensure you meet your tour at arranged points and times as per your travel documents or your tour guide’s or our representative’s directions. Because of the nature of the service, we will not be liable for third party delays or cancellations. We will endeavour to ensure that departure and arrival times are met.

Voluntary Participation

I understand and confirm that my participation in the tours is voluntary. I am in good health and suffer from no physical or mental condition that would make me especially susceptible to injury or disability while participating in the tours.

Illness

If you find you are feeling unwell during your tour, we will do our best to assist you in whatever way we can, along with your tour leader, in terms of additional accommodation, transport and medical assistance where needed. The costs of these would be payable by you, so we strongly advise you to take out adequate insurance to cover you for the duration of your trip. With regards to Covid 19, in the event you present symptoms you may be asked to test by your tour leader. If your tour leader is notified of a positive result, they will recommend you follow national health guidelines and self isolate for 5 days, during which time you will not be able to partake in group activities or travel with the group.

Note: Instructors and activity hosts for events included in your tour package, do reserve the right to refuse participation if you have presented a positive Covid test and are unwilling to heed advice in relation to self- isolation. Any classes, activities or accommodations missed are not refundable, so we reiterate the importance of making sure you have the correct travel insurance in place before you begin your tour.

Insurance Options

We urge you to purchase cancellation insurance & supplemental medical coverage (which covers pre-existing conditions). This is a smart way to safeguard against life's surprises. We we would also recommend that your policy includes the CFAR cover (Cancel For Any Reason) as part of the policy. Please Note: To receive maximum coverage, it is suggested to purchase within 21 days of your first payment. Please note that New York State has different insurance regulations for CFAR policies.

We have made arrangements with Travel Insurance Center, a division of SMS (Senior Market Sales); members of UStiA (United States Travel Insurance Association) Worldwide travel insurance brokers headquartered in Omaha Nebraska with over 35 years experience. Our contact person is Jonah Engel, mention reference code: IRISH TOURISM
Email: jonah@travelinsurancecenter.com or travelinsurance36@gmail.com USA phone (402) 404-5205.

Other top insurers in the US include: Travelex Insurance Services, Allianz Travel, Seven Corners, AXA USA

Assumption of Risk (agreed in first person by tour participant)

I assume all risks, known and unknown, foreseeable and unforeseeable, in any way connected with my participation in the tours. I accept personal responsibility for any liability, injury, loss, or damage in any way connected with my participation in the tours. Although Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group) will do its best to accommodate food allergies and preferences of which it is aware, I retain sole responsibility for ensuring that the food and beverages I choose to consume are consistent with my food restrictions and preferences, and I waive all claims against the company arising out of my consumption of any and all food and beverages to which I may have an allergy or aversion.

Release of Liability and Limitation of Damages (agreed in first person by tour participant)

I hereby forever and unconditionally release Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group) and its affiliated entities, parent companies, subsidiaries, present and former employees, owners, officers, members, managers, partners, contractors, insurers, shareholders, directors, and any person or entity acting on the Company’s behalf (collectively, the “Released Entities”) from any and all claims, actions damages, liabilities, losses, costs, and expenses, including but explicitly not limited to attorney fees) for death, injury, loss of damage of property, or any other claims that in any way arise out of my participation in the Tours, including any and all Claims resulting from the negligence of the Released Entities.

Indemnification (agreed in first person by tour participant)

In addition to and without limitation of or by the other provisions of this Agreement and to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, I agree to fully protect, indemnify, and defend the Released Entities and hold them harmless from and against any and all claims, demands, damages, causes of actions, and liabilities of any and every nature whatsoever arising out of or in connection with or caused in whole or in part by my acts or omissions while participating in the Tours, including without limitation economic injury to, bodily injury to, or death of any person, regardless of concurrent or supervening causes or any contributing fault or negligence of any of the Released Entities or any breach or failure to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement. I hereby acknowledge that this Agreement is intended to protect, indemnify, and hold the Released Entities harmless from the consequences of the Released Entities’ own negligence and actions. This indemnification shall be in addition to all other terms of the Agreement and shall not limit or be limited by any other provisions of this Agreement.

Binding Effect (agreed in first person by tour participant)

This Agreement shall be binding upon my next of kin, personal representatives, heirs, beneficiaries, and assigns and shall inure to the benefit of Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group), its successors, and assigns.

Consent to Medical Treatment (agreed in first person by tour participant)

I authorize Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group) to provide to me, through medical personnel of its choice, customary medical assistance, transportation, and emergency medical services. This consent does not impose a duty upon the Company to provide such assistance, transportation, or services.

Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is for any reason declared to be invalid or unenforceable, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions will not be affected. The invalid or unenforceable provision will be deemed modified to the extent necessary to render it valid and enforceable. If no modification may render it valid and enforceable, this Agreement shall be construed as if it did not contain the invalid or unenforceable provision, and the remaining rights and obligations of the parties will be construed and enforced accordingly.

Photo Release

By registering for this event you grant Patty Lyons the event organizer full rights to use the images resulting from the photography/video filming, and any reproductions or adaptations of the images for publicity. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use the images in their printed form and in online publicity, social media, and website.

Special Diets/Allergies

For safety reasons it is very important that all dietary requirements, food allergies, textile allergies etc. are communicated to our staff in advance of travel, so that you are not presented with items which may cause allergic reaction. Please note however that we cannot be held responsible if a hotel or other supplier neglects to exclude allergens once we have provided them with the information. In addition, it is your responsibility to double check that items presented to you are suitable for you and to ask for alternatives if necessary. While we will do our best, we cannot guarantee all food or allergen requests.

Luggage

Where available, luggage porterage is included for one standard Arline sized checked-in piece of luggage per person. Please limit yourself to one large bag. Porterage starts from hotel reception. You are responsible for taking your luggage to your room where no porterage is available and always responsible for the transfer of your luggage from the coach to the hotel reception. Our drivers and guides cannot provide individualized help with luggage. We are not liable for loss of or damage to luggage, or any other article or purchase while traveling.

Accommodation

Accommodation is provided as either twin (two beds) or double (one king, queen or standard double bed) or single (one single, queen or standard double bed). Single supplements may apply to sole occupancy of a room. We will request and confirm the room preference required on the booking. However, we cannot be held responsible if the bedding arrangement requested and confirmed by us is not available on arrival at the accommodation. Bed size relates to standard bed sizes in Ireland and the UK. Unless otherwise specified in your itinerary, room type will be standard. All rooms will be en-suite with either a bath or shower or both unless otherwise specified.

Transportation

All vehicles conform British standards. All are fitted with seat belts and most are air-conditioned. We ensure that you are provided with a coach that is suitable for the size of your group and that there is sufficient room for luggage. Some coaches may have Wi-Fi internet connection available but we cannot guarantee this. There may also be a charge for this facility. There is no guarantee of bathroom facilities on board and any coach with such a facility usually has restrictions for use. There will be suitable rest stops provided during your tour.

Drivers are always available to offer advice and assistance to you and members of your group. They will want you to experience as much as is possible during your stay. Please note however, that the porterage service is for one main item of luggage to be ported from the hotel reception to your room. While in some instances the driver may help with luggage being unloaded from the coach and into reception, this is goodwill and entirely subject to time constraints and numbers and is not to be expected as part of the service.

Drivers are restricted with the number of hours in a day they can drive and consecutive days they can drive. They also have a minimum number of hours’ rest required between driving stints. Your itinerary has taken this into account, including relief drivers where necessary. As a consequence, any permitted changes to previously agreed activities, hours of travel and locations may result in additional costs and a relief driver where necessary.

Complaints

Should you wish to make a formal complaint against us please inform us immediately. If the matter cannot be resolved during your trip after the representative’s best endeavours to do so, your complaint should be made in writing to us as soon as is reasonably possible after the holiday, but within 30 days thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. We will not consider any complaints after the 30-day period. You will be assured of respect and courtesy while your complaint is being dealt with.

Weather Conditions & Force Majeure

The tour participant (you) accepts that certain activities and aspects of this tour are weather dependent and that under no circumstances can Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group), or Patty Lyons be held responsible for weather conditions.

Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group) and Patty Lyons will not be deemed in breach of these terms and conditions or otherwise liable to you, because of delay in performance or non-performance of any of its obligations under these terms and conditions to the extent that any such delay or non-performance is due to any Force Majeure. “Force Majeure” means any circumstances beyond the reasonable control of including without limitation acts of God, pandemics, terrorist activities, insurrection, explosion, flood, tempest, forceful wind, fire or accident, war or threat of war declared or undeclared, sabotage, civil disturbance, labour strikes, requisition, sickness, quarantine, government intervention, weather conditions, volcanic ash clouds and unforeseen circumstances.

If Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group) and Patty Lyons and/or any of its Suppliers are affected by Force Majeure, they shall be entitled to, and may in their sole discretion, vary or cancel any itinerary or arrangement in relation to the tour. Regarding civil unrest, once we have investigated the prevailing situation, as it deems fit, it shall remain in our sole and absolute discretion whether to commence or proceed with a tour.


General

The booking conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract between all parties stated. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be varied in writing by us.

This contract and all matters arising out of it are governed by Irish law regardless of the location of the tour. Any dispute, claim or other matter which arises out of or in connection with this contract or your holiday will be dealt with by the Courts of the Republic of Ireland only. Changes to these Booking Conditions will only be valid if agreed by us in writing.

Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of our brochures and other media at time of going to print, however we cannot be held responsible for printing and typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances.

Mobility & Health Issues:

A. Unfortunately, at this time we are unable to accommodate wheelchairs/scooters on our scheduled escorted tours, as our coaches are not equipped with wheelchair ramps. Also, many of the locations and workshops visited will not be accessible to those with mobility issues and it should be noted that a reasonable walking pace is required in order that the tour is able to stay on schedule.

B. We reserve the right to deny you permission to travel or participate in any aspect of a tour at any time and at your own risk and expense where it is determined that your physical or mental condition renders you unfit for travel or if you represent a danger to yourself or others.

C. A certain amount of walking is inevitable on all tours. You must be able to board the coach unaided and where tours include ferry transportation, you will need to be able to board the ferry by gangway or pontoon and be able to walk unaided at a reasonable pace from coach to hotel and coach to visitor attractions. It is not always possible for the coach to park directly outside an attraction or activity. If you do not wish to visit a particular attraction, you will not be able to stay on the coach. You must be able to climb stairs of more than 25 steps and be able to walk more than 1 mile unaided at a reasonable pace. The terrain at some attractions and locations may be rough and uneven and not suitable for someone with mobility issues. Our drivers and guides cannot provide individualized help for walking, getting on and off motor coaches, ferries or other personal needs.

D. You are responsible for assessing whether a tour is suitable for you. If in doubt, you should consult your physician to confirm your fitness for travel and participation in any planned activities. We do not provide medical advice. It is your responsibility to assess the risks and requirements of each aspect of the tour based on your unique circumstances, limitations, fitness level, and medical requirements.

E. If you require special attention, you must advise us at the time of booking. We will make reasonable efforts to accommodate tour participants with specific needs but we are not responsible for denial of services by any of our suppliers.

F. In the event that a tour participant with mobility or health issues has such an effect so as to create difficulties with the touring schedule, we will unfortunately be left with no alternative but to remove this person from the tour with no refund of fees paid regardless of the stage of the tour. While on tour it is our representative who will decide to cancel a tour participant place or not and their decision will be final.

Tour Description

This tour includes accommodation and services communicated to you in the form of your touring itinerary.

Additional items which are not included include alcohol, menu supplements, room service, upgrades, gratuities, etc. are your direct responsibility in relation to cost and settlement.

This tour does not include flights, travel to start point of tour, additional pre or post nights or transfers not outlined or agreed with us.

Hotels, attractions and activities detailed in the itinerary may be altered subject to availability or a change in circumstances beyond our control.

Price of Tour

Currency - All prices are in GBP, British Pounds Sterling as this tour is in Scotland.

Prices are given on a per person sharing basis with a single supplement where applicable.

All prices are inclusive of local government taxes. Pricing may be subject to change in line with any tax fluctuations imposed by HM Revenue and Customs in the UK.

Payment Terms

An initial deposit of 20% of the total tour price is required to secure your booking and this is due once we receive your booking form. Please refer to your quotation sent to you by your tour representative to confirm the amount.
Final payment is due 60 days before the tour departure date. Failure to pay final balance by this date may result in the cancellation of your place. This date is 8 July 2024.

Acceptable payment methods are by Bank Transfer or Credit/Debit Card. All payments received by bank transfer must be for the full amount required with your sender’s banking fees payable by you.

Cancellation Terms

Cancellation of your booking must be in writing or by email to us.

If the reason for your cancellation is covered under your insurance policy, you may be able to make a claim under that policy.

Tours already booked cannot be cancelled and rebooked where special offers are made available.

Cancellation Penalties:
Cancellation 60 days or more prior to itinerary start date – Full deposit is forfeit.
Cancellation 60 days to 49 days prior to itinerary start date – 50% of total paid is forfeit
Cancellation 48 days to 31 days prior to itinerary start date – 75% of total paid is forfeit
Cancellation 30 days or less prior to itinerary start date – 100% of total paid is forfeit

Note: Day one of the tour is tour start date as per itinerary. Cancellation charges will also apply to any extra services pre and post tour.

Your Responsibilities

It is your responsibility to check the accuracy of dates booked upon receipt of travel documents.
It is your responsibility to ensure that we have correct email address details to ensure travel information is delivered on time.
All documentation will be sent by email.
It is your responsibility to make sure that you have adequate travel insurance in the event of trip cancellation, personal accident, medical expenses, emergency evacuation, loss of monies, etc. We would recommend ‘cancel for any reason’ insurance.
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have all necessary visas, passports, permits and certificates required for your selected itinerary as well as any necessary vaccinations and to comply with all applicable laws.
All travel documents must be valid for at least 5 months.
It is your responsibility to ensure your flights arrive into the airport on or before the tour start date.
You must advise us in writing of any special requests. The granting of requests is subject to availability and increased costs where applicable.
You must provide us with emergency contact details and inform us of any allergies, dietary requirements, etc. prior to travel.
When you book with us, you accept responsibility for any damage or loss caused by you. Full payment for any such damage or loss must be paid at the time direct to the accommodation owner or manager or other supplier. If you fail to do so, you will be responsible for meeting any claims (including legal costs) subsequently made against us because of such actions.
You are obliged to respect the right of residents living close to our hotels used by us during your tour, to live free from noise, vandalism or any other source of annoyance, especially at night-time. Any tour participant who contravenes this policy may be reported to the local authorities.
We would ask you come to our tour with a positive frame of mind, ready to enjoy your adventure with us.
At all times you must show courtesy and respect to your driver/guide and more importantly the other tour participants. Failure to do so may result in you being asked to leave the tour at our representative’s discretion.
You must obey the laws of the country in which you are located whilst travelling on one of our tours. We would ask you to show respect for the many diverse customs that exist in the country you are travelling in. If you do not do so, your tour may be cancelled without any refund. We will decide on cancelling your tour or not and our decision will be final.
While on tour, your appointed tour guide or our representative may need to make a decision in the interests of safety. It is a condition of bookings that you comply with the authority and decisions of our appointed representative. If there is no compliance, we reserve the right to refuse to allow you to continue the tour. In such a case we will not be liable for any refund, compensation or any additional costs incurred by you.
We cannot accept liability for the behaviour of others on your tour nor if any facilities are curtailed as a result of their actions.
It is your responsibility to ensure you meet your tour at arranged points and times as per your travel documents or your tour guide’s or our representative’s directions. Because of the nature of the service, we will not be liable for third party delays or cancellations. We will endeavour to ensure that departure and arrival times are met.

Voluntary Participation

I understand and confirm that my participation in the tours is voluntary. I am in good health and suffer from no physical or mental condition that would make me especially susceptible to injury or disability while participating in the tours.

Illness

If you find you are feeling unwell during your tour, we will do our best to assist you in whatever way we can, along with your tour leader, in terms of additional accommodation, transport and medical assistance where needed. The costs of these would be payable by you, so we strongly advise you to take out adequate insurance to cover you for the duration of your trip. With regards to Covid 19, in the event you present symptoms you may be asked to test by your tour leader. If your tour leader is notified of a positive result, they will recommend you follow national health guidelines and self isolate for 5 days, during which time you will not be able to partake in group activities or travel with the group.

Note: Instructors and activity hosts for events included in your tour package, do reserve the right to refuse participation if you have presented a positive Covid test and are unwilling to heed advice in relation to self- isolation. Any classes, activities or accommodations missed are not refundable, so we reiterate the importance of making sure you have the correct travel insurance in place before you begin your tour.

Insurance Options

We urge you to purchase cancellation insurance & supplemental medical coverage (which covers pre-existing conditions). This is a smart way to safeguard against life's surprises. We we would also recommend that your policy includes the CFAR cover (Cancel For Any Reason) as part of the policy. Please Note: To receive maximum coverage, it is suggested to purchase within 21 days of your first payment. Please note that New York State has different insurance regulations for CFAR policies.

We have made arrangements with Travel Insurance Center, a division of SMS (Senior Market Sales); members of UStiA (United States Travel Insurance Association) Worldwide travel insurance brokers headquartered in Omaha Nebraska with over 35 years experience. Our contact person is Jonah Engel, mention reference code: IRISH TOURISM
Email: jonah@travelinsurancecenter.com or travelinsurance36@gmail.com USA phone (402) 404-5205.

Other top insurers in the US include: Travelex Insurance Services, Allianz Travel, Seven Corners, AXA USA

Assumption of Risk (agreed in first person by tour participant)

I assume all risks, known and unknown, foreseeable and unforeseeable, in any way connected with my participation in the tours. I accept personal responsibility for any liability, injury, loss, or damage in any way connected with my participation in the tours. Although Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group) will do its best to accommodate food allergies and preferences of which it is aware, I retain sole responsibility for ensuring that the food and beverages I choose to consume are consistent with my food restrictions and preferences, and I waive all claims against the company arising out of my consumption of any and all food and beverages to which I may have an allergy or aversion.

Release of Liability and Limitation of Damages (agreed in first person by tour participant)

I hereby forever and unconditionally release Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group) and its affiliated entities, parent companies, subsidiaries, present and former employees, owners, officers, members, managers, partners, contractors, insurers, shareholders, directors, and any person or entity acting on the Company’s behalf (collectively, the “Released Entities”) from any and all claims, actions damages, liabilities, losses, costs, and expenses, including but explicitly not limited to attorney fees) for death, injury, loss of damage of property, or any other claims that in any way arise out of my participation in the Tours, including any and all Claims resulting from the negligence of the Released Entities.

Indemnification (agreed in first person by tour participant)

In addition to and without limitation of or by the other provisions of this Agreement and to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, I agree to fully protect, indemnify, and defend the Released Entities and hold them harmless from and against any and all claims, demands, damages, causes of actions, and liabilities of any and every nature whatsoever arising out of or in connection with or caused in whole or in part by my acts or omissions while participating in the Tours, including without limitation economic injury to, bodily injury to, or death of any person, regardless of concurrent or supervening causes or any contributing fault or negligence of any of the Released Entities or any breach or failure to comply with any of the provisions of this Agreement. I hereby acknowledge that this Agreement is intended to protect, indemnify, and hold the Released Entities harmless from the consequences of the Released Entities’ own negligence and actions. This indemnification shall be in addition to all other terms of the Agreement and shall not limit or be limited by any other provisions of this Agreement.

Binding Effect (agreed in first person by tour participant)

This Agreement shall be binding upon my next of kin, personal representatives, heirs, beneficiaries, and assigns and shall inure to the benefit of Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group), its successors, and assigns.

Consent to Medical Treatment (agreed in first person by tour participant)

I authorize Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group) to provide to me, through medical personnel of its choice, customary medical assistance, transportation, and emergency medical services. This consent does not impose a duty upon the Company to provide such assistance, transportation, or services.

Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is for any reason declared to be invalid or unenforceable, the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions will not be affected. The invalid or unenforceable provision will be deemed modified to the extent necessary to render it valid and enforceable. If no modification may render it valid and enforceable, this Agreement shall be construed as if it did not contain the invalid or unenforceable provision, and the remaining rights and obligations of the parties will be construed and enforced accordingly.

Photo Release

By registering for this event you grant Patty Lyons the event organizer full rights to use the images resulting from the photography/video filming, and any reproductions or adaptations of the images for publicity. This might include (but is not limited to) the right to use the images in their printed form and in online publicity, social media, and website.

Special Diets/Allergies

For safety reasons it is very important that all dietary requirements, food allergies, textile allergies etc. are communicated to our staff in advance of travel, so that you are not presented with items which may cause allergic reaction. Please note however that we cannot be held responsible if a hotel or other supplier neglects to exclude allergens once we have provided them with the information. In addition, it is your responsibility to double check that items presented to you are suitable for you and to ask for alternatives if necessary. While we will do our best, we cannot guarantee all food or allergen requests.

Luggage

Where available, luggage porterage is included for one standard Arline sized checked-in piece of luggage per person. Please limit yourself to one large bag. Porterage starts from hotel reception. You are responsible for taking your luggage to your room where no porterage is available and always responsible for the transfer of your luggage from the coach to the hotel reception. Our drivers and guides cannot provide individualized help with luggage. We are not liable for loss of or damage to luggage, or any other article or purchase while traveling.

Accommodation

Accommodation is provided as either twin (two beds) or double (one king, queen or standard double bed) or single (one single, queen or standard double bed). Single supplements may apply to sole occupancy of a room. We will request and confirm the room preference required on the booking. However, we cannot be held responsible if the bedding arrangement requested and confirmed by us is not available on arrival at the accommodation. Bed size relates to standard bed sizes in Ireland and the UK. Unless otherwise specified in your itinerary, room type will be standard. All rooms will be en-suite with either a bath or shower or both unless otherwise specified.

Transportation

All vehicles conform British standards. All are fitted with seat belts and most are air-conditioned. We ensure that you are provided with a coach that is suitable for the size of your group and that there is sufficient room for luggage. Some coaches may have Wi-Fi internet connection available but we cannot guarantee this. There may also be a charge for this facility. There is no guarantee of bathroom facilities on board and any coach with such a facility usually has restrictions for use. There will be suitable rest stops provided during your tour.

Drivers are always available to offer advice and assistance to you and members of your group. They will want you to experience as much as is possible during your stay. Please note however, that the porterage service is for one main item of luggage to be ported from the hotel reception to your room. While in some instances the driver may help with luggage being unloaded from the coach and into reception, this is goodwill and entirely subject to time constraints and numbers and is not to be expected as part of the service.

Drivers are restricted with the number of hours in a day they can drive and consecutive days they can drive. They also have a minimum number of hours’ rest required between driving stints. Your itinerary has taken this into account, including relief drivers where necessary. As a consequence, any permitted changes to previously agreed activities, hours of travel and locations may result in additional costs and a relief driver where necessary.

Complaints

Should you wish to make a formal complaint against us please inform us immediately. If the matter cannot be resolved during your trip after the representative’s best endeavours to do so, your complaint should be made in writing to us as soon as is reasonably possible after the holiday, but within 30 days thereof so that your complaint can be investigated. We will not consider any complaints after the 30-day period. You will be assured of respect and courtesy while your complaint is being dealt with.

Weather Conditions & Force Majeure

The tour participant (you) accepts that certain activities and aspects of this tour are weather dependent and that under no circumstances can Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group), or Patty Lyons be held responsible for weather conditions.

Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group) and Patty Lyons will not be deemed in breach of these terms and conditions or otherwise liable to you, because of delay in performance or non-performance of any of its obligations under these terms and conditions to the extent that any such delay or non-performance is due to any Force Majeure. “Force Majeure” means any circumstances beyond the reasonable control of including without limitation acts of God, pandemics, terrorist activities, insurrection, explosion, flood, tempest, forceful wind, fire or accident, war or threat of war declared or undeclared, sabotage, civil disturbance, labour strikes, requisition, sickness, quarantine, government intervention, weather conditions, volcanic ash clouds and unforeseen circumstances.

If Knittingtours.com (The Irish Tourism Group) and Patty Lyons and/or any of its Suppliers are affected by Force Majeure, they shall be entitled to, and may in their sole discretion, vary or cancel any itinerary or arrangement in relation to the tour. Regarding civil unrest, once we have investigated the prevailing situation, as it deems fit, it shall remain in our sole and absolute discretion whether to commence or proceed with a tour.


General

The booking conditions detailed herein contain the entire contract between all parties stated. No representation, term, warranty or condition can be expressed or implied by reference to any other writing, advertisement or conversation. This contract may only be varied in writing by us.

This contract and all matters arising out of it are governed by Irish law regardless of the location of the tour. Any dispute, claim or other matter which arises out of or in connection with this contract or your holiday will be dealt with by the Courts of the Republic of Ireland only. Changes to these Booking Conditions will only be valid if agreed by us in writing.

Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of our brochures and other media at time of going to print, however we cannot be held responsible for printing and typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances.