ASSUMPTION OF RISKS
I acknowledge that I have voluntarily applied to participate in the retreat designated on this application. I am voluntarily participating in the retreat with knowledge that travel to foreign countries and/or the remote areas visited by this trip involves numerous risks and dangers including, but not limited to, a risk of illness, injury or death, which may be caused by: forces of nature, civil unrest, terrorism, road conditions, injuries inflicted by animals, insects, reptiles or plants, trails, hotels, vehicles, boats or other means of conveyance which are not operated nor maintained to standards common in the United States; high altitude accident, accident or illness without access to means of rapid evacuation or the availability of medical supplies; the lack of adequacy of medical attention once provided, and negligence on the part of Con Smania Collective LLC, Jill Sessa, their affiliated organizations and their shareholders, employees, teachers, volunteers or other agencies. I acknowledge that the enjoyment and excitement of foreign travel/adventure travel is derived in part from the inherent risks incurred by travel and activity beyond the accepted safety of life at home or work, and that these inherent risks and the corresponding enjoyment and excitement contribute to the reason for my voluntary participation on this trip.
RELEASE
AS LAWFUL CONSIDERATION for being permitted by Con Smania Collective LLC, to participate on such trips and activities, I hereby agree that I, my heirs, legal representatives or any member of my family will not make a claim against or sue Con Smania Collective LLC, Jill Sessa,, or any of their affiliated agents, shareholders, employees, teachers or volunteers, for bodily injury, death, emotional trauma or property damage resulting from my participation in the tour or expedition.
I therefore release and discharge Con Smania Collective LLC, Jill Sessa, and their agents, shareholders, employees, teachers and volunteers from and against any and all liability arising from my participation in the tour or expedition even though that liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of Con Smania Collective LLC, Jill Sessa, or their affiliate agents, shareholders, employees, teachers or volunteers.
If any portion of this agreement is unenforceable, the remaining portions shall remain in full force and effect. Under no circumstances shall Con Smania Collective LLC be liable to any retreat participant for more than the land cost of the trip applied for on this document. I waive any charge-back rights and, in the event of dispute, requests for a refund will be made using the procedures described under “Cancellation and Refunds” as stated in the Terms and Conditions for this trip.All applications are subject to acceptance by Con Smania Collective LLC.Upon acceptance of my application, this agreement shall be deemed to have been entered into at Green Cove Springs, Florida and shall be construed according to the laws of the State of Florida. In the unlikely event a legal dispute should arise involving any subject matter whatsoever, I agree that the exclusive venue for any legal action shall be Green Cove Springs, Florida, USA.
TRAVEL INSURANCE
We recommend Trip Cancellation insurance or Trip Interruption insurance for this trip. Travel insurance is designed to reimburse you for non-refundable expenses in case of a trip cancellation as well as for other provisions such as: missed flight connections, medical expenses/emergency assistance coverage (if something happens to you personally), baggage & personal effects coverage (if they are lost or stolen), baggage delay (if your bags do not arrive with your flight and you have to buy clothing, and personal items) which could possibly be very costly. Please note that insurance policies vary tremendously and have various critical exclusions. We recommend you choose carefully based on your personal situation.
KNOWING AND VOLUNTARY EXECUTION
I have carefully read and fully understand the contents of this agreement as well as all the conditions as stated under the heading "Terms and Conditions" (see attached pages) including those conditions regarding responsibility borne by trip participants and conditions regarding cancellations and refunds. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a legally binding and enforceable contract between myself and Con Smania Collective LLC and I sign it of my own free will.