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TRAVEL AND TOUR CONTRACTUAL LIABILITY RELEASE & WAIVER
THIS IS A RELEASE OF YOUR RIGHTS TO SUE

 

TRAVEL AND TOUR CONTRACTUAL LIABILITY RELEASE & WAIVER
THIS IS A RELEASE OF YOUR RIGHTS TO SUE

I. I UNDERSTAND THAT THE PURPOSE OF SIGNING THIS DOCUMENT IS TO EXEMPT AND RELEASE 20,000 Leagues Scuba and Aquatics, LLC (HEREAFTER CALLED DIVE STORE, THEIR EMPLOYEES, AGENTS AND ASSIGNS AND TO HOLD THESE ENTITIES HARMLESS FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY ARISING AS A CONSEQUENCE OF THE FOLLOWING OR ANY OTHER ACT OR OMISSION ON THEIR PART, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ACTIVE OR PASSIVE NEGLIGENCE.

2. By way of my signature on this contract I certify that I am a certified diver or a student diver and have been taught and understand that scuba diving is a hazardous sport. I also fully understand that scuba diving has inherent risks and dangers including, but not limited to, risks associated with equipment failure which could lead to my serious injury or death. BY MY SIGNATURE ON THIS DOCUMENT I EXPRESSLY ASSUME THESE RISKS. I acknowledge that I am physically fit to scuba dive or snorkel and engage in this trip. I further agree that I will not hold any of the above named individuals, persons, or entities responsible should I become injured as a result of a medical condition while I am participating in this trip, scuba diving or snorkeling. At no time during this trip will I have in my possession any illegal drugs, nor am I taking, nor have I recently taken any drugs or medications which could cause an adverse reaction as a result of combining such drugs and/or medication with scuba diving.

3. In consideration for allowing my participation in this trip, which is being offered by the dive store, I fully understand that prevailing weather conditions may cause certain modifications to the dive program. I also fully understand that any transportation or equipment made available by the resort or boat operators who are providing services to me is not the responsibility of the dive store. I also fully understand and agree that the dive store acts only on behalf of itself and itself alone in arranging this travel/trip tour. I understand the dive store is in no way responsible for any acts, errors, or omissions including active or passive negligence by any provider of transportation, equipment, dive services, hotel, tour operator, divemaster, scuba instructor, dive boat, dive boat captain and crew, or any other provider who is engaged to render any service whatsoever on this trip/tour.

4. My signature on this document affirms that I am fully aware of the dangers, risks and hazards of holding my breath while diving and the dangers associated with a rapid ascent. I certify that I am fully aware of the possibility that my equipment may malfunction during a dive which could include a free flowing regulator, stuck inflator button, unwanted inflation or inability to inflate my buoyancy compensator. I certify that I have been trained and know how to overcome these eventualities should they occur to me. I agree not to hold any of the individuals or entities named within this document responsible for any such act.

5. I understand that illness may occur during this scuba diving trip and I may not be able to complete all the diving activities. Such missed scuba dives as a result of my illness may result in failing to complete all dives necessary for a scuba certification. Dives not completed will not result in refunds or partial refunds of trip fees paid as those fees are paid to the dive operator. In addition, I understand that any illness suffered on the dive trip is not the fault of the Dive Shop and I agree not to hold any of the individuals or entities named within this document responsible for any such illness.

6. I understand that there are risks associated with diving with marine animals including stings, bites, scrapes or other marine life injuries and accept this risk. I further agree not to hold any of the individuals or entities named within this document responsible for any such marine life injuries.

7. IT IS MY EXPRESS INTENTION BY WAY OF THIS INSTRUMENT AND MY SIGNATURE HEREON TO GIVE UP ALL OF MY RIGHTS TO SUE ANY INDIVIDUALS OR ENTITIES REFERRED TO WITHIN THIS DOCUMENT, WHETHER SPECIFICALLY NAMED OR NOT. FURTHERMORE IT IS MY EXPRESS INTENTION TO EXEMPT AND RELIEVE THE DIVE STORE, THEIR EMPLOYEES, AGENTS AND ASSIGNS AND TO EXPRESSLY AGREE TO INDEMNIFY AND HOLD THESE ENTITIES HARMLESS FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY FOR PERSONAL INJURIES, PROPERTY DAMAGE OR WRONGFUL DEATH CAUSED BY ANY ACTIVE OR PASSIVE NEGLIGENCE RELATED IN ANY FASHION TO MY PARTICIPATION IN THIS TRIP. I SPECIFICALLY AND EXPRESSLY ASSUME ALL RISKS IN CONNECTION WITH THIS TRIP.

8. I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOREGOING IN ITS ENTIRETY AND I AGREE TO THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS HEREIN AND ABOVE SET FORTH ON BEHALF OF MYSELF, MY HEIRS AND MY PERSONAL REPRESENTATIVES. I REALIZE THAT THIS DOCUMENT IS A CONTRACT.

Travel Addendum – 20,000 Leagues Scuba and Aquatics Trip Policies

20,000 Leagues Scuba and Aquatics operates our scuba diving travel experiences with operators around the world. We work with our travel agents and contacts to select locations and operators who are reliable and provide excellent service in order to provide great experiences to our Dive Buddies.  Please understand that we make payments on your behalf to the diving/tour operators and as with any other service, there are policies which we want you to be aware of.

Payment Schedule

50% of your trip fees are due at time of booking unless it the travel is scheduled within 45 days. The remainder may be paid using the following schedule:

  • Domestic trips: 45 days prior to departure
  • International trips: 25% 180 days prior to departure; remaining 25% 90-120 days prior to departure. See below.    


Cancelations

Once a deposit is made, you may cancel your trip with refund within the following time periods:

Domestic trips:   Greater than 60 days prior to departure

International trips:

  • Greater than 120 days prior to departure

Payment for travel outside of the United States and all liveaboard trips are due in full 120 days in advance.

After those time frames, refunds are not possible as all payments are made to the dive and tour operators.    


Traveler’s Insurance

20,000 Leagues Scuba and Aquatics does not provide travel insurance for any domestic or international dive trip. While we do not have a preferred provider for travel insurance, we have provided a partial list of companies who provide this insurance. We suggest but do not require travel insurance. If you choose to purchase travel insurance, we are providing some recommendations from Forbes “The Best and Worst Travel Insurance Companies” and Consumer Advocate Top 10 Travel Insurance companies. 20,000 Leagues Scuba and Aquatics does not recommend any specific travel insurance company. Make sure to understand the coverage and costs from each company and choose one that best fits your needs.

  • Allianz Global Assistance           1-866-672-9580
  • Generali Global Assistance        1-215-942-8226
  • Seven Corners                            1-800-335-0611
  • Travelex                                      1-800-228-9792
  • Travel Guard (through AIG)        1-800-826-5248
  • Travel Insurance.com                 1-877-906-3950

For more information, see the Consumers Advocate link here: https://www.consumersadvocate.org/travel-insurance/a/best-travel-insurance 

Other companies for consideration include:

  • DiveAssure                                  1-866-898-0921
  • DAN Travel Insurance:                1-877-828-6717


I have received a copy of 20,000 Leagues Scuba and Aquatics travel policies. By signing this agreement, I agree not to hold any of the individuals or entities named within this document responsible for any events which may require me to cancel the trip for any reason whatsoever.

Today's Date: April 18, 2024

First Participant's Name

First Name*

Last Name*

Phone*
First Participant's Age Acknowledgment*
First Participant's Date of Birth*
I certify that I am 18 years of age or older
First Participant's Information

Enter location where you will be traveling to *

Enter the local address if known - or the name of the property you will be staying at

Enter a local telephone number where you may be reached. Use your mobile number if it will be available during your trip.
First Participant's Signature*
Second Participant's Name

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Second Participant's Date of Birth*
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Third Participant's Name

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Seventh Participant's Name

First Name*

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Seventh Participant's Date of Birth*
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Eighth Participant's Name

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Eighth Participant's Information

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Tenth Participant's Information

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Participant's Address
Address Line 1:*
Street address, P.O. box, company name, c/o
Address Line 2:
Apartment, suite, unit, building, floor, etc.
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Email*

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Emergency Contact

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Emergency Contact's Phone Number*
Parent(s) or court-appointed legal guardian(s) must sign for any participating minor (those under 18 years of age) and agree that they and the minor are subject to all the terms of this document, as set forth above.


By signing below the parent or court-appointed legal guardian agrees that they are also subject to all the terms of this document, as set forth above.
Parent or Guardian's Name

First Name*

Last Name*

Phone*
Parent or Guardian's Age Acknowledgment*
Parent or Guardian's Date of Birth*
I certify that I am 18 years of age or older
Parent or Guardian's Information

Enter location where you will be traveling to *

Enter the local address if known - or the name of the property you will be staying at

Enter a local telephone number where you may be reached. Use your mobile number if it will be available during your trip.
Parent or Guardian's Signature*
Electronic Signature Consent*
 By checking here, you are consenting to the use of your electronic signature in lieu of an original signature on paper. You have the right to request that you sign a paper copy instead. By checking here, you are waiving that right. After consent, you may, upon written request to us, obtain a paper copy of an electronic record. No fee will be charged for such copy and no special hardware or software is required to view it. Your agreement to use an electronic signature with us for any documents will continue until such time as you notify us in writing that you no longer wish to use an electronic signature. There is no penalty for withdrawing your consent. You should always make sure that we have a current email address in order to contact you regarding any changes, if necessary.


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