Terms & Conditions & Client Agreement
Effective Date: June 11,2026
Prepared by: Amneris Dominguez, NeriBooksTravel
Independent Affiliate of Fora Travel, Inc.
Jurisdiction: State of Illinois | City of Chicago
1. Introduction
These terms and conditions ("Agreement") govern the relationship between Amneris Dominguez, an independent travel advisor doing business as NeriBooksTravel ("Travel Advisor" or "we"), and you, the purchaser of travel services or lead traveler ("Client" or "you").
By working with NeriBooksTravel, you agree to be bound by the terms of this Agreement.
2. Use of Travel Advisor Services
By using our services, you confirm that:
You are at least 18 years old and authorized to enter into this Agreement
All information you provide is accurate and will be kept updated
You will abide by the terms of this Agreement and those of all travel suppliers
3. Independent Travel Advisor Relationship
NeriBooksTravel is an independent business affiliated with Fora Travel, Inc., a host agency and technology provider. You understand and agree that:
NeriBooksTravel is not an employee, agent, or legal representative of Fora Travel
Fora is not responsible for any part of your trip or related services
You will not bring any legal claim against Fora related to services provided by NeriBooksTravel
Fora is not a party to this Agreement
4. Planning Fees & Scope of Services
Travel planning services may include custom itinerary design, supplier coordination, and booking support for accommodations, tours, transfers, and other services.
Planning fees are non-refundable, regardless of whether travel is booked or completed
Fee amount varies depending on trip complexity, length, and group size
Fee must be paid in full before planning begins
Submission of payment confirms your acceptance of this Agreement
5. Suppliers & Client Responsibility
You acknowledge that:
Third-party suppliers (e.g., airlines, hotels, tour companies) are responsible for providing your travel services
Travel Advisor acts as a liaison but does not control these suppliers
All bookings are subject to the supplier's own terms, including cancellation/change/refund policies
You are responsible for reviewing those policies and understanding any risks
6. Travel Bookings & Payments
Quotes & Pricing: All prices are in USD unless noted and may fluctuate due to dynamic pricing and availability
Booking Confirmation: Services are not guaranteed until confirmed by the supplier and applicable deposits are paid
Payment: You may be required to pay the supplier directly or through Fora Travel as instructed
Personal Information: You authorize us to share your information with suppliers solely to facilitate your bookings
7. Credit Cards, Disputes & Chargebacks
By providing your credit card information:
You confirm you are an authorized user
You authorize charges for agreed-upon travel services
You agree not to initiate a chargeback unless the product or service was not delivered or grossly misrepresented
You must first allow the Travel Advisor a reasonable opportunity to resolve any issue with the supplier
Unauthorized chargebacks may be subject to legal fees and recovery costs
8. Insurance & Trip Protection
Travel insurance is not included unless purchased by you separately. We strongly recommend purchasing comprehensive insurance that includes:
Trip cancellation and interruption
Medical emergencies and evacuation
Lost baggage, delays, or supplier bankruptcy
Without insurance, you accept full financial risk for any cancellations or emergencies.
9. Passports, Visas & Entry Requirements
You are solely responsible for ensuring:
You have a valid passport (with at least 6 months validity after travel)
You obtain all necessary visas and travel authorizations
You comply with all government entry and health requirements
Minors in your group have appropriate travel documentation
Being denied entry or boarding due to missing or incorrect documents does not entitle you to a refund.
10. Travel Advisories & Assumption of Risk
You understand that:
Travel involves inherent risks, including weather, strikes, political unrest, health concerns, or pandemics
Government advisories may change at any time and do not override supplier cancellation/refund policies
You travel at your own risk and are encouraged to review U.S. State Department advisories at travel.state.gov
Booking services with NeriBooksTravel indicates your voluntary acceptance of these risks
11. Group Travel
For group bookings (8+ travelers):
One lead traveler must serve as primary contact
All group members are individually responsible for reviewing terms and making payments
Group trip deposits may be non-refundable and subject to different supplier conditions
NeriBooksTravel is not responsible for individual actions that affect the group booking
12. Modifications, Cancellations & Refunds
You must provide written notice of at least 48 hours for any cancellation or change requests. All modification and cancellation requests must be submitted via email to amneris.dominguez@fora.travel.
Any fees or penalties assessed by third-party suppliers as a result of modifications or cancellations are solely your responsibility. NeriBooksTravel is not liable for losses resulting from changes, cancellations, or delays caused by suppliers. Refunds are not guaranteed unless specifically offered by the supplier.
Advisor Cancellation Fee
In addition to any supplier-imposed cancellation penalties, NeriBooksTravel reserves the right to charge a cancellation fee equal to 8% of the total agreed-upon trip budget if a client cancels after the initial itinerary proposal has been delivered by NeriBooksTravel.
This fee compensates the advisor for research, planning, supplier coordination, and proposal development time already completed on behalf of the client. The agreed-upon trip budget will be documented in the client service agreement at the time of signing and serves as the basis for calculating this fee.
Payment of the cancellation fee is due within 14 days of the written cancellation notice.
This fee may be waived at the sole discretion of NeriBooksTravel in cases of documented extenuating circumstances, including but not limited to medical emergencies, serious illness, or other situations outside the client's control.
This cancellation fee policy does not affect any separate cancellation or penalty fees imposed by third-party travel suppliers, which remain the sole responsibility of the client as outlined above.
13. Testimonials, Photos & Marketing Content
Clients grant permission for written testimonials, reviews, and voluntarily shared images to be used for marketing on:
Social media (Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.)
Email campaigns
Blog posts and Substack
Fora Travel profile and marketing materials
If you prefer not to be featured by name or photo, please notify us in writing.
14. Limitation of Liability
Travel Advisor is not responsible for:
Acts, errors, or omissions of any supplier
Injury, death, property damage, delays, or disruptions
Force majeure events (e.g., weather, strikes, government actions, pandemics, war, terrorism)
You release NeriBooksTravel from liability for any losses beyond the commission and fees received for your booking.
15. Governing Law & Legal Claims
This Agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Illinois.
Any legal action or dispute must be filed in Chicago, Illinois, and:
Must be filed within 12 months of trip completion
May not be brought as a class action
Is limited to compensatory damages only (no punitive damages)
16. Miscellaneous
Amendments: Terms may be updated without notice; current terms apply at time of booking
Severability: If any part of this Agreement is found unenforceable, the rest remains in effect
Entire Agreement: This is the full agreement between you and NeriBooksTravel
17. Acceptance of Terms
By paying a planning fee, submitting travel information, or confirming any services with NeriBooksTravel, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to the terms and conditions outlined above.