Terms and Conditions

Last Updated: November 6, 2024

1. Agreement to Terms

By accessing and using PlanMyWineTrip.com ("the Site"), you agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you disagree with any part of these terms, you may not access the Site.

2. Definitions

  • "Site" refers to PlanMyWineTrip.com
  • "Service" refers to the itinerary planning and wine tourism information services provided through the Site
  • "User" refers to any individual or entity accessing or using the Site
  • "Content" refers to all information, text, graphics, images, and other materials on the Site

3. Use License

Subject to these Terms and Conditions, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Site for personal, non-commercial purposes.

4. Wine Tourism Disclaimer

4.1 Accuracy of Information

While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about wineries, operating hours, and tasting experiences, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of all information. Users should verify details directly with wineries before visiting.

4.2 Responsible Consumption

The Site promotes responsible wine consumption and wine tourism. Users are solely responsible for:

  • Arranging safe transportation
  • Complying with all applicable laws regarding alcohol consumption
  • Ensuring they meet legal drinking age requirements
  • Making responsible decisions regarding alcohol consumption

5. Itinerary Services

5.1 Recommendations

Our itinerary recommendations are provided as suggestions only. We do not guarantee:

  • Availability of specific wineries
  • Quality of experiences
  • Accuracy of timing estimates
  • Specific wine availability

5.2 Third-Party Services

Links to third-party services (wineries, restaurants, transportation providers) are provided for convenience only. We are not responsible for:

  • Third-party booking systems
  • Winery reservation systems
  • Transportation services
  • Restaurant bookings

6. User Content and Conduct

6.1 User Submissions

If the Site allows user submissions, you retain ownership of your content but grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, and distribute such content on the Site.

6.2 Prohibited Conduct

Users may not:

  • Submit false or misleading information
  • Impersonate others
  • Use the Site for commercial purposes without authorization
  • Attempt to circumvent any Site security measures
  • Scrape or collect data from the Site without permission

7. Intellectual Property

7.1 Site Content

All content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and itineraries, is protected by copyright and other intellectual property rights owned by or licensed to us.

7.2 Trademarks

"PlanMyWineTrip.com" and related logos are trademarks owned by the Site. Other trademarks appearing on the Site belong to their respective owners.

8. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

8.1 General Disclaimer

The Site is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

8.2 Limitation of Liability

We shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of or inability to use the Site.

8.3 Travel and Activity Risks

Users acknowledge that wine tourism activities involve inherent risks. The Site is not liable for any:

  • Personal injury
  • Property damage
  • Accidents during travel
  • Issues arising from alcohol consumption
  • Disputes with wineries or service providers

9. Privacy

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference.

10. Modifications

10.1 Terms Modifications

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting to the Site.

10.2 Service Modifications

We reserve the right to:

  • Modify or discontinue any part of the Service
  • Restrict access to any feature or content
  • Implement new user requirements
  • Establish usage limits

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your access to the Site immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason.

12. Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

13. Contact Information

Questions about these Terms should be sent to: [Contact Email Address]

14. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision will be changed and interpreted to accomplish the objectives of such provision to the greatest extent possible under applicable law and the remaining provisions will continue in full force and effect.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms constitute the entire agreement between us regarding your use of the Site and supersede all prior and contemporaneous agreements, proposals, or representations, written or oral, concerning its subject matter.