Terms and Conditions of Using this Site
You must read these terms and conditions before accessing the Freedom Flights.com web site. By choosing to gain access this Web site you agree to be bound by the terms and conditions set out below. If you do not wish to be bound by these terms and conditions then you should not use this Web site
1. Definitions
Freedom Flights is the Trading name of Freedom Flights (Newcastle) Ltd. A company registered in England with number 3912187 and having its registered office address at 18 Stanley Street Blyth Northumberland United Kingdom NE24 2BU.
'You' means any person accessing the Web site and the term 'Your' shall be construed accordingly. This Web site means this site, having as its homepage the URL www.freedomflights.com.
2. Binding Agreement
These terms and conditions constitute a legally binding agreement between You and Freedom Flights and govern Your use of this Web site
3. Information
This Web site is operated by Freedom Flights(Newcastle) Ltd under the trading name, Freedom Flights. Information on this Web site is for information only and is provided 'as is' without warranty or representation of any kind, (whether express or implied), whether as to completeness, accuracy, satisfactory quality, fitness for a particular purpose or otherwise.
No part of this Web site, nor the information on it, constitutes an offer capable of becoming a contract by acceptance. Freedom Flights shall not be bound by any timetable, price or other information on this Web site Any tickets, products or services purchased by You shall be subject to the Terms and Conditions of Booking.
4. Your Obligations
You are responsible for procuring the necessary equipment and the payment of telephone and all other charges necessary to access the Website.You accept responsibility for any content you transfer through or post on the Web site and You agree not to use nor allow any third party to use directly or indirectly this Web site:
* for any illegal purpose and in accordance with all relevant laws;
* to transmit or post any chain letters or any material for the purposes of publicity, promotion and/or advertising;
* to upload, transmit or distribute by any means computer viruses, worms, macro viruses, or similar programs;
* to transmit or post any material which is defamatory, offensive, or of an obscene or menacing character, or in such a way as to cause annoyance, inconvenience or needless anxiety;
* such that the whole or part of the Web site is interrupted, damaged, rendered less efficient or such that the effectiveness or functionality of this Web site is in any way impaired;
* in any manner which constitutes a violation of the rights of any person, firm or company (including, but not limited to, intellectual property rights and rights of confidentiality);
* to attempt any unauthorised access to any part or component of this Web site or any third party web site to which you can connect via this Web site (or other directly or otherwise connected network);
* in such a manner that is inconsistent with these terms and conditions or an abuse of this Web site in each case as determined in Freedom Flights's reasonable opinion;
* in any jurisdiction that does not give full effect to these terms and conditions.
You agree that in the event that you have any right, claim or action against any user arising out of the use of this Web site then you will pursue such right, claim or action independently of, and without recourse to Freedom Fligths.You shall be responsible for keeping Your own copies of all content published by you in connection with this Web site Freedom Flights are not responsible for any file recovery or for files or data lost by You.
5. Warranty and Indemnity
You warrant that Your use of this Web site is lawful in the jurisdiction in which You are present at the time of such use and in any other applicable jurisdiction. You further agree to indemnify Freedom Flights, (as defined in section 53 Companies Act 1989), and their respective officers, directors and employees, immediately on demand, against any and all claims, liability, damages, costs and expenses, including legal fees, arising out of any breach of these terms and conditions by You or any other liabilities whatsoever arising out of Your use of this Web site
6. Freedom Flights Rights
Freedom Flights reserves the right:
* in its sole discretion and without notice, to stop or limit access to any features of the Web site if Your usage of that feature is deemed excessive or against the interests of other users of the Web site or if it is in breach of these terms and conditions;
* to modify or discontinue, temporarily or permanently, this Web site with or without notice to You;
* in its sole discretion and without notice, to remove or edit or otherwise deal with any postings, data, emails or contributions to bulletin boards made by You on or via the Web site;
* to change these terms and conditions from time to time. Any such changes will be displayed on this Web site and will take effect 7 days after notification. Your continuing use of this Web site thereafter will constitute acceptance of such changes. You should ensure that you review the terms and conditions regularly as You are solely responsible for ensuring that You are aware of any changes which have been made to them.
7. Links
Freedom Flights may provide links to other web sites or resources. You acknowledge and agree that Freedom Flights is not responsible for the availability of such external sites or resources, and does not endorse and is not responsible or liable for any content, advertising, products or other materials on or available from such sites or resources. You agree that Freedom Flights will not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused, or alleged to be caused, by or in connection with use of or reliance on any such content, goods or services available on such external sites or resources.You may not link this Web site to any other Web site without the prior written permission of Freedom Flights. ABTA protection does not apply to the non member site.
8. Intellectual Property
All copyright, trademarks and all other intellectual property rights in this Web site belong or are licensed to, and shall remain vested in, Freedom Flights. You acknowledge that you are permitted to use this material only as expressly authorised by Freedom Flights and may not copy, reproduce, transmit, distribute or create derivative works of such material without express authorisation.
This Web site is for your personal use only and you agree not to (and agree not to assist or facilitate any third party to) distribute or commercially exploit such material and content. If you become aware of any such distribution or commercial exploitation, You will let us know immediately.
9. Limitation of Liability
Freedom Flights does not endorse or oppose any opinion or analysis expressed on this Web site, nor is it responsible for information therein. You should also be aware that Freedom Flights does not examine the use to which You or other users put the Web site or the nature and content of the information You or they are posting, sending or uploading. You agree that, except for death and personal injury arising from the negligence of Freedom Flights, neither Freedom Flights not its directors, officers or employees shall have any liability to You whatsoever whether in contract, tort, negligence, pre-contract or other representations or otherwise arising out of or in connection with this contract or Freedom Flights's default thereunder.You agree that we shall not be liable in contract, tort, negligence, statutory duty or otherwise, for any loss or damage whatsoever arising from or in any way connected with your use of this Web site and any information provided to You therein, including, without limitation, damage for loss of business, loss of profits, business interruption, loss of business information, or any other pecuniary loss (even where we have been advised of the possibility of such loss or damage).
10. Privacy Statement
The Privacy Statement which appears on the Web site forms part of these terms and conditions. By accessing this site you agree that Freedom Flights may act in accordance with the Privacy Statement.
11. No Waiver
No waiver by us shall be construed as a waiver of any proceeding or succeeding breach of any provision.
12. Severability
In the event that any of these terms and conditions, or any part of them, is deemed by any Court or authority of competent jurisdiction to be unenforceable or invalid, the offending term or condition or relevant part thereof shall be modified so as to render it enforceable and valid in accordance with the intention of the original text to the fullest extent permitted by applicable law. The validity and enforceability of the remaining terms and conditions shall not be effected.
13. Entire Agreement
These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between the parties with respect to their subject matter and exclude any representations and warranties previously given or made other than any negligent or fraudulent misrepresentation.
14. Choice Of Law
These terms and conditions shall be governed by English law and the parties hereby irrevocably submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.
Terms and Conditions of Booking
Freedom Flights (hereinafter called the company) endeavors to ensure all customers' complete satisfaction in making travel arrangements, however, it is understood that the company are acting as agents on your behalf and it is necessary to make a few formal conditions as follows:
Please note is it your responsibility to:
- Reconfirm your flight 72 hours prior to departure
- Check-in at least 2 hours prior to departure
* Understand all amendment and cancellation charges
* Be aware of the need for travel insurance
* Ensure you hold any necessary visas for countries to be visited
* Ensure you hold a valid 10 year passport
subject to which all bookings are accepted
Liability
All bookings are accepted by the company, and arrangements made, subject to the conditions imposed by the principals, and that all tickets, vouchers and coupons are issued by the company in its capacity as agents upon the express conditions that the company is not liable to any customers for loss, damage, delay, injury, cancellation or any additional expenses suffered by the customer whatsoever, or any cause beyond the company's control shall be occasioned to the company or any of its officials and representatives.
Your contract is with the organiser noted on your booking confirmation who is supplying the tickets and travel arrangements. The company is acting as an agent on behalf of this/these company/companies.
All tickets, vouchers and coupons are issued, and arrangements made, subject to the relevant carrier's/operator's conditions. it is the customers responsibility to see that all travel documents are in order. The acceptance of receipts, tickets, vouchers and coupons shall be deemed consent of these conditions.
Payment
Please note that only full payment guarantees your fare. A non-refundable deposit is payable at the time of booking with the balance due no later than 8 weeks before departure, unless otherwise advised at time of booking. Please note, tickets/vouchers cannot be issued until full payment has been received. Payment can be taken by cash, cheques, Visa, Access or direct debit card (Switch or Delta). Payment by Visa and Access will be subject to a 1.5% surcharge. Personal cheques require 15 working days to clear.
Travel essentials
Please check with your GP about health requirements. Non-UK passport holders should check with the embassies of the countries they are visiting for their visa requirements. Visa and health requirements frequently change and it is advisable to check the up-to-date situation personally.
Changing/canceling your booking
Any cancellation of a booking must be made in writing to the company no later than 8 weeks before departure. Within that time the company cannot guarantee any applicable refund. Freedom Flights reserves the right to apply administration fees to any refunds due.
The company will endeavour to assist its customers in making any requested changes to confirmed bookings. Such changes are not always possible. The company may charge an amendment fee of up to £25 if changes are possible. In addition, the customer will be liable for any additional costs incurred by the company or levied by a service provider. Any changes requested after full payment has been received will be treated as cancellation and full cancellation charges will be applicable.
Your protection
Freedom Flights is a member of the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA). Our ABTA number is A4074.
When the company is acting as a retail agent for ATOL holders, you as the customer, will receive either a valid airline ticket or a valid ATOL receipt as soon as you pay, or within 48 hours for telephone bookings. The ATOL receipt confirms that your money is protected by an Air Travel Organiser's Licence granted by the Civil Aviation Authority.
Your consultant will advise you of the cost of travel insurance for your booking. Insurance is strongly recommended at all times, and in some cases, is compulsory.
Force majeure
Freedom Flights cannot accept responsibility or pay any compensation for any loss, delay, cancellation or alteration of travel arrangements caused by circumstances amount to 'Force Majeure'. This may include war, threat of war, riots/civil strife, industrial disputes, fire, adverse, weather conditions, natural disaster, terrorist activity and all other events beyond the company's control.
Links
Within this site there are several links to other websites. Freedomflights.com is in no way responsible for these sites and their contents. Please ensure that you read their terms and conditions and privacy policies.
