Terms of Use
TERMS OF USE
This website (“Site”) is owned and operated by Cross Cultured Consulting, LLC, doing business as Cross Cultured Travel (“Cross Cultured Travel,” “we,” or “us”). By accessing and using this Site, you agree to comply with these Terms of Service, our Privacy Policy, and any additional terms that may apply to certain sections of the Site or services offered through Cross Cultured Travel. Use of this Site in any manner, including automated or otherwise, constitutes acceptance of these Terms of Service. We reserve the right to change or update these Terms of Service at any time by posting modified terms on this Site, and continued use of the Site following such changes indicates acceptance.
LIMITED LICENSE TO USE THE SITE
The Site and its content are the exclusive property of Cross Cultured Travel, our affiliates, or licensors and are protected by intellectual property laws. This Site is solely for your personal, non-commercial use. You are prohibited from modifying, copying, reproducing, republishing, transmitting, or distributing any material from this Site in any manner unless explicitly permitted by Cross Cultured Travel or otherwise allowed by law. Downloading and printing individual pages of the Site for personal use is allowed, provided copyright notices and proprietary content remain intact.
USER CONTRIBUTIONS AND SUBMISSIONS
By submitting any materials, including comments, photos, videos, or other content (“User Content”) to Cross Cultured Travel via the Site, email, or social media, you grant Cross Cultured Travel a royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, worldwide license to use, modify, distribute, and display such content in any medium. User Content is deemed a “work made for hire,” granting Cross Cultured Travel exclusive ownership of any rights in the material, including copyright. You also grant us the right to identify you as the content creator if we deem appropriate.
THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND CONTENT
The Site may include links to third-party websites for your convenience. Cross Cultured Travel does not endorse or take responsibility for any content, products, or services offered on these external sites. If you decide to access or engage with any third-party sites, you do so at your own risk, and any transactions are solely between you and the third-party provider.
DISCLAIMERS AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
The Site, including all content, services, and features provided by Cross Cultured Travel or any third parties, is available “as is” without warranties of any kind. We do not guarantee that the Site will operate uninterrupted or error-free. Cross Cultured Travel disclaims all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose. You agree that Cross Cultured Travel and its affiliates will not be liable for any damages arising from the use of the Site or any services or products obtained from third parties through the Site.
ONLINE TRANSACTIONS AND PAYMENT POLICY
Sections of the Site may allow you to purchase various products and services. Cross Cultured Travel is not responsible for the quality, accuracy, or reliability of products provided by third-party merchants on the Site. When you make purchases, the information you share, including payment details, may be collected by both the third-party merchant and Cross Cultured Travel. You assume responsibility for any transactions and agree to abide by the third party’s policies. Cross Cultured Travel is not liable for any issues arising from transactions with third-party merchants.
INTERACTIVE FEATURES AND COMMUNITY GUIDELINES
The Site may include public forums, bulletin boards, or chat rooms where users can communicate. Cross Cultured Travel does not monitor or endorse the content posted by users and is not responsible for any loss or damage resulting from user-generated content. Users are expected to interact respectfully and refrain from posting unlawful, offensive, or misleading material. Cross Cultured Travel reserves the right to remove or modify any user content that violates these Terms or the Site’s community guidelines.
REGISTRATION AND ACCOUNT SECURITY
Certain features on the Site may require registration, where you may need to provide personal information such as your name, email, and password. By registering, you agree to provide accurate information and keep your account details secure. Cross Cultured Travel is not liable for any unauthorized access or activity under your account.
TERMINATION OF USE
Cross Cultured Travel reserves the right to terminate access to the Site or specific features at any time, without notice. Upon termination, you must cease all use of the Site and any downloaded or stored materials. The limitations on liability, disclaimers, and ownership rights stated in these Terms survive any termination.
COPYRIGHT POLICY AND DCMA COMPLIANCE
In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), Cross Cultured Travel will address any claims of copyright infringement that occur on the Site. If you believe your copyrighted content has been used without permission, please contact us with a formal notice as outlined by the DMCA. Misrepresentations in DMCA notices or counter-notices may subject the filing party to liability.
APPLICABLE LAW AND DISPUTE RESOLUTION
These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Virginia. Any disputes arising under these Terms will be resolved through binding arbitration in Virginia. If any provision of these Terms is deemed unenforceable, the remaining provisions will continue to be enforceable.
Thank you for using Cross Cultured Travel’s services. If you have questions or concerns about these Terms, please contact us directly.