Monsignors' Jubilee
to Ireland 2021

Join Monsignor Joe Corbett (Pastor of St. Jude the Apostle) and Monsignor Frank McNamee (Rector of Christ the King) on a memorable nine-night tour of Ireland in 2021.

Monsignor Frank and Monsignor Joe will each commemorate their Jubilee in Ireland, each celebrating Mass in his hometown church in thanksgiving for the 25th anniversary of ordination. In addition to traveling with them for these special events, we'll travel throughout the Emerald Isle and follow Saint Patrick's Trail, visit Kilkenny Castle, explore the ruins of Glendalough, and see the UNESCO World Heritage Site Giant's Causeway. We'll also visit Cliffs of Moher, Titanic Belfast, and enjoy walking tours of Galway and Waterford.

Registration Is Open

Ireland Group Trip Registration

Waterford (2 Nts), Galway (2 Nts), Belfast (3 Nts), Dublin (2 Nts)
10 Days/ 9 Nights

Depart US on Wednesday, June 16, 2021
Return on Saturday, June 26, 2021

Land and Air Package:

$4,998 per person, double occupancy (Payments by Check)
$5,168 per person, double occupancy (Payments by Credit Card)

       Single occupancy is $1,260 additional

       Land only option: $1,200 air credit

  

Highlights

Highlights


  • Giant's Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Glendalough monastic ruins.
  • St. Patrick's Trail - Down Cathedral, St. Patrick's Grave, Saul Church, Inch Abbey.
  • Train ride through the Irish countrysite from Dublin to Belfast.
  • Walking tours of Waterford and Galway.
  • See classic Ireland sites including a visit to Waterford and Kilkenny Castle.

Inclusions

Inclusions

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TRAVEL ARRANGEMENTS

  • Professional Failte Ireland tour guide escort for 10 days
  • Transport by luxury motorcoach
  • Hotel accommodation based on double occupancy with private bath for 9 nights
    • Waterford (2 nights): Tower Hotel and Leisure Centre (4 star)
    • Galway (2 nights): The Galmont Hotel (4-star)
    • Belfast (3 nights): Fitzwilliam Hotel (5-star)
    • Dublin (2 nights): Camden Court Hotel (4-star)
  • Porterage of one piece of luggage at arrival and departure of hotels
  • Included Air Package: Roundtrip Atlanta to Dublin
    • June 16  Delta #176  ATL > Dublin | 9:15pm-10:00am (6/17)
    • June 26  Delta #177  Dublin > ATL  |12:00pm-3:55pm
  • Airport transfers on tour dates for scheduled group air flights
  • Flight bags, ticket wallets, baggage tags and identifying strap
  • On-site Recess 4 Grownups event staff
  • Hotel taxes and service charges
  • City stay taxes

DINING

  • Full Irish breakfasts (9)
  • Lunches (4)
  • Dinners (5):
    • Jubilee Celebration Receptions (2)
    • Table d'hote dinners (2)
    • Farewell dinner

SPIRITUAL ENRICHMENT, TOURS, ENTERTAINMENT

  • Daily Mass
  • Train ride from Dublin to Belfast
  • Guided walking tour of Galway or visit to the Marian Shrine of Knock
  • Traditional Irish music performance at lunch
  • Guided walking tour of Waterford
  • Guided panoramic tour of Dublin with local guide
  • Scenic drive along the Glens of Antrim
  • Visits and admission fees to:
    • Kilkenny Castle
    • Cliffs of Moher
    • Tour of Waterford Crystal or Waterford Treasures Museum {your choice}
    • Glendalough
    • Giant's Causeway
    • Causeway Coast Discovery Center
    • Titanic Belfast
    • Saint Patrick's Centre
    • Down Cathedral and Saint Patrick's Grave
    • Saul Church
    • Inch Abbey
    • Guinness Storehouse or Jamison Whiskey Distillery {your choice}
  • Personalized audio system to hear every word your guide says, even from a distance

Itinerary

Itinerary

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WEDNESDAY, JUNE 16: UNITED STATES TO DUBLIN IRELAND

Depart your hometown and take an overnight flight* across the Atlantic. Enjoy in-flight entertainment and meal service as you travel to start your vacation.


THURSDAY, JUNE 17: ARRIVE IN IRELAND | GLENDALOUGH

St. Kevin's kitchen in Glendalough, Ireland

After customs and immigration, your CIE Tours guide and driver will welcome you to Ireland.

Drive south of Dublin through the scenery of the Wicklow Mountains on the way to Glendalough, one of Ireland’s most beautiful destinations. We'll stop at a local restaurant for lunch, and then you’ll explore the remains of one of the most important monastic sites in Ireland, Glendalough, with its ruins of a round tower, churches, and Celtic crosses.

Afterward we'll celebrate Mass nearby, then continue on to Waterford. Check into your hotel where you will have free time before dinner. After settling in, enjoy dinner in your hotel. (Lunch & Dinner)

OVERNIGHT: Tower Hotel and Leisure Centre, Waterford


FRIDAY, JUNE 18: KILKENNY | MONSIGNOR JOE'S JUBILEE CELEBRATION

Ireland Kilkenny Castle

This morning, take a short walking tour through the older sections of Waterford with a local guide. Walk along Merchant's Quay where ships docked in former times and see the Clock Tower, Reginald's Tower, Theatre Royal and many other places.

Drive to the nearby medieval city of Kilkenny. Tour the massive Kilkenny Castle, home of the Butlers, Earls and Dukes of Ormonde, who held power over the region for centuries.The castle estate boasts both formal and informal gardens, which overlooks the Nore River. Then have lunch in Lanigans Legends Hurling Bar, regarded as Irelands only Hurling Bar Museum. It is dedicated to the game of hurling, a Gaelic sport heralded as the world’s fastest field team game. Depart Kilkenny and continue to Waterford for some flexible time to visit your choice of either House of Waterford Crystal or Waterford Treasures.

Late this afternoon, depart Waterford and travel along the south coast to Stradbally, Monsignor Joe’s hometown. Monsignor Joe will celebrate Mass at his local church where he was ordained. Afterward gather in a local establishment for a celebration reception. Return to your hotel in Waterford after a lively evening in Stradbally. (Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner)

OVERNIGHT: Tower Hotel and Leisure Centre, Waterford


SATURDAY, JUNE 19: CLIFFS OF MOHER | TRADITIONAL IRISH MUSIC

Evening daisies at the Cliffs of Moher, Co Clare, Ireland.

This morning depart Waterford and travel north to County Clare and the coastal town of Doolin, known for its traditional Irish music. Have lunch at a local venue featuring a band playing traditional Irish music. 

Continue down the coast a bit to view the Cliffs of Moher, one of Ireland's most beloved, natural landmarks. This impressive wall of rock rises to almost 700 feet above the foaming Atlantic breakers - Ireland at its most natural, rugged, panoramic and breathtaking. Head north to Galway and check into your hotel, which is located right in the heart of town. You may wish to relax or freshen up before dining on your own and then check out some of the nearby pubs and listen to traditional music. (Breakfast & Lunch)

OVERNIGHT: The Galmont Hotel, Galway


SUNDAY, JUNE 20: GALWAY OR KNOCK | MONSIGNOR FRANKS'S JUBILEE CELEBRATION

Roundstone harbour and the Twelve Bens, Connemara, Co Galway, Ireland.

Today you have your choice of two options, either in Galway or the Marian Shrine of Knock. In Galway, join a local guide for a gentle walking tour, where you will see the medieval city walls, Lynch’s Castle and the narrow streets. After your leisurely walk, enjoy free time for lunch and exploring Galway.Ireland Knock Shrine

Or you may choose to visit the church-approved Marian pilgrimage site of Knock. This morning drive to the village of Knock where local people saw an apparition of the Virgin Mary on the gable wall of the church in 1879. Experience a guided tour of the beautiful grounds and gardens at the Shrine, while your guide narrates the story of Knock in fascinating detail.  After lunch on your own in the village, return to our hotel in Galway. 

Late this afternoon, depart Galway and drive west through County Galway to Loughrea, which means "town of the grey lake". Loughrea sits on the shore on Loughrea Lake, and St. Brendan's Catholic Cathedral is arguably one of the country's greatest contributions to European art of the twentieth century. Loughrea also happens to be Monsignor Frank's hometown. Monsignor Frank will celebrate Mass of Thanksgiving for his ordination. Afterward we'll have a celebration reception in a local establishment. Return to your Galway hotel after a fun evening in Loughrea.  (Breakfast & Dinner)

OVERNIGHT: The Galmont Hotel, Galway


MONDAY, JUNE 21:  TRAIN RIDE IN IRISH COUNTRYSIDE | BELFAST

This morning we will drive east to Dublin, with a stop on the way to explore an Irish town and lunch on your own.

We'll continue to Dublin where we will board the train for a ride to Belfast (no carrying luggage- it will be  driven to Belfast). Enjoy the pleasure of a comfortable train ride, where you can sit back, relax and enjoy the ever changing scenery of the Irish countryside unfold. When you arrive in Belfast, your motorcoach is waiting to take you to your city center hotel. Check into your hotel and settle into your room. You may wish to relax before dinner with the group in the hotel. (Breakfast & Dinner)

OVERNIGHT: Fitzwilliam Hotel, Belfast


TUESDAY, JUNE 22: GLENS OF ANTRIM | GIANT'S CAUSEWAY

Northern Ireland-Giants Causeway-ws-CIEDrive north along the Glens of Antrim, one of Ireland’s popular scenic routes to discover lovely views of mountains, valleys, and coastline. This area is where many scenes from “Game of Thrones” were filmed. Visit The Causeway Coast Discovery Centre for a turf-cutting demonstration.

Visit the natural wonder that is Giant’s Causeway, a UNESCO World Heritage site. This impressive area of hexagonal columns was formed more than 60 million years ago by the slow and even cooling and contraction of molten lava. The Visitors Centre has some very interesting exhibits and background on the folklore associated with this incredible site. Celebrate Mass at a church in the area before returning to Belfast for a free evening to try out some local restaurants. (B)

OVERNIGHT: Fitzwilliam Hotel, Belfast


WEDNESDAY, JUNE 23: SAINT PATRICK'S TRAIL

Northern Ireland Downpatrick Inch AbbeyDepart Belfast and follow the Saint Patrick’s Trail to Downpatrick. Arrive in Downpatrick which is the burial site of Saint Patrick and medieval capital of County Down. Visit the Saint Patrick Centre, the only exhibition in the world dedicated to telling the story of Saint Patrick. While here, learn about his life, work and the founding of many monasteries, which had a profound influence on Ireland’s development in the early Christian era. After exploring the Saint Patrick Centre, visit the Medieval Cathedral of Down: Church of the Holy Trinity and Saint Patrick’s Grave. Celebrate Mass in Downpatrick.

Have lunch at a local venue before continuing on to visit Saul Church, known as the Cradle of Christianity in Ireland, and where Patrick died on 17 March 461. Then motor a short distance to visit Inch Abbey, a 12th century massive monastic ruin site on the bank of the River Quoile. Most recently the site has been used as a filming location for the Game of Thrones. Depart County Down and return to Belfast for a free evening on your final night in Northern Ireland. (B & L)

OVERNIGHT: Fitzwilliam Hotel, Belfast


THURSDAY, JUNE 24: TITANIC BELFAST

Northern Ireland-Belfast-Titanic BelfastThis morning visit Titanic Belfast, a truly remarkable visitor center. Embark on a journey through the life of the Titanic, from her conception in Belfast in the early 1900s, through her construction and launch, to her famous maiden voyage and tragic end. Through state of the art technology, the exhibition's nine interactive galleries take you back to the sights, sounds and stories of Titanic as well as the City and people which made her. The exhibition also explores the discovery of the wreck and has live links to current marine expeditions.

Depart Belfast and travel south to Drogheda where you will celebrate Mass. Continue on to our hotel in Dublin to check in. This evening we gather together for a festive farewell dinner.
(B & D)

OVERNIGHT: Camden Court Hotel, Dublin


FRIDAY, JUNE 25: DUBLIN | GUINNESS OR JAMESON

Dublin IrelandThis morning take an orientation drive around Dublin city center. Dublin is one of the liveliest capitals in Europe but there are plenty of historical places also. See the main thoroughfares of O’Connell Street and Nassau Street, the shopping streets and some lovely public parks.

The remainder of the day and evening is at leisure. Included in your tour is a voucher for your choice of two classic Dublin experiences: Guinness Storehouse or the Old Jameson Distillery. Pick your favorite and enjoy a visit with a taste. Visit the Guinness Storehouse, where your tour ends with a visit in the roof-top ‘Gravity Bar’ featuring 360 degree views overlooking Dublin, where you can sample a draft Guinness and enjoy the view of the city. Or, you might want to tour the Old Jameson Distillery where you can learn about distillation processes for this “water of life”, and enjoy a sample. In the evening, you can dine at one of the many traditional or modern dinner venues located within the city. (B)

OVERNIGHT: Camden Court Hotel, Dublin


SATURDAY, JUNE 26: DEPART TO U.S.

After breakfast you will transfer to the Dublin Airport for return flight home to Atlanta.

Pre-Tour Offering

Pre-Tour Option: If you’d like to arrive a day early to acclimate and get over jet-lag, we have a one-night pre-tour stay. Fly into Dublin one-day early, departing Tuesday, June 15, 2021, and arriving on Wednesday, June 16 and enjoy a stay in Wicklow, at BrookLodge in Macreddin Village. 

This package includes your hotel accommodations, 5 course dinner at Strawberry Tree Restaurant [Restaurant of the Year 2019], transportation arrangements from the airport and then to Glendalough to meet the group.  

The pre-tour package includes:

  • 1 Night at the BrookLodge in Macreddin Village
  • Admission to Irish National Stud & Gardens
  • Luxury motorcoach from Dublin Airport to Irish Stud to BrookLodge & Macreddin Village
  • 5 Course Dinner at Strawberry Tree Restaurant, first organic restaurant in Ireland and Georgina Campbells Restaurant of the Year 2019, Irish Restaurant’s Best Chef 2019
  • Transfer from Brooklodge to the Glendalough (go directly to the first stop of our tour - instead of sitting around at the airport waiting for the group flight, we'll transport you directly to Glendalough at the appropriate time)

The pre-tour package is $319 per person for double-occupancy, or $369 for single-occupancy.

This package is available for those who are making their own flight arrangements and for those who are using the group air - we've blocked a group of seats departing on Tuesday, June 15, 2021, which is a day earlier than the regular group flight. The cost for this flight is the same as the regular group flight.

Terms and Conditions

Terms and Conditions


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PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT

By signing below (or clicking “I agree” online), you (“you” or “participant”) agree to the following terms and conditions. Recess 4 Grownups LLC (“we” or “us”) acts as an agent for CIE Tours, which provides the tour described in your itinerary (the “Tour”), and these terms and conditions apply to the Tour.

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By booking your arrangement with us, you are agreeing to be bound by the terms of this Agreement and any additional terms and conditions of any Supplier that are applicable to your booking. The lead participant assumes the responsibility of sharing these Terms and Conditions with each trip participant, including payment of all amounts when due. It is the responsibility of each participant to read our Terms and Conditions in its entirety. We are not responsible for any participant’s unawareness of the Terms and Conditions due to the failure of the lead participant to share this information with all other participants.  If you do not agree with our terms and conditions you should contact us before making a booking.

We may change these terms and conditions from time to time. We will notify you of any material changes in our terms.  The terms and conditions that are in effect at the time of booking will apply.

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You agree that any violation of any such terms and conditions may result in (a) the cancellation of your reservation or purchase, (b) your forfeiture of any monies paid for your reservation or purchase, (c) you being denied access to the applicable travel related product or service, and (d) our right to debit your account for any costs we incur as a result of such violation.

What the Tour Price Includes: hotel accommodations based on double occupancy (we will charge an additional fee for any single room accommodations), full Irish breakfast each morning (after the first overnight), transport by luxury motor coach with a driver and tour escort on tour days, table d’hôte dinners and Jubilee celebration dinners as specified in the itinerary, visits and admission fees as described in the itinerary, hotel porterage, service charges, and taxes, and flight bags, ticket wallets, baggage tag, and identifying strap.  Airfare is available as an option in the land/air tour package, and is available through a block of coach class group air seats.

Not included: Airfare if not purchased as land/air tour package option; meals not specifically identified; alcohol with included dinners unless specifically identified; gratuities payable to escort, guides and drivers; airport transfers for travelers not on group flights; other personal expenses; and anything not specifically listed in inclusions. If you would like to add additional nights to your tour, we would be happy to arrange this at additional cost and subject to availability of accommodations. This list is illustrative and not a complete list of every item not included.

Tour Group Participants: 30 participants are needed to operate the tour. 

All tours are based on a minimum number of participants.  We make every effort to ensure that tours meet their minimum requirements.  However, if the tour drops below the minimum number of participants cancellation of the tour may occur at the sole discretion of Recess 4 Grownups.  In such case, guests will be advised at least 75 days prior to departure.  We reserve the right to change the departure date or cancel the tour. We may offer alternative tour dates or other travel arrangements.  You may choose to accept these arrangements or cancel; in case of cancellation you will receive a full refund.  Any air cancellation, including air fare the client purchased, will be in accordance with the terms of the carrier and We will not be liable for the carrier’s refusal to make any refund whatsoever.  In such case We will not be liable for any additional costs incurred outside of the tour prices such as visa and passport fees, travel insurance or any other purchases made by the guest in anticipation of the tour.

Reservations and Deposits: All prices are in U.S. Dollars, and based on double occupancy. You must make payments in accordance with the instructions and deadlines we give you below.  Since the operation of international travel requires extensive long-term planning, we charge a $250 per person non-refundable planning fee, this planning fee is included in the total price of your package.  In addition, costs are incurred and suppliers are paid long before the actual departure date.  Some of these fees are non-refundable.  If we do not receive any payment due in full and on time, we reserve the right to treat your booking as cancelled by you in which case the cancellation charges set out below will become payable. We reserve the right to refuse a booking without giving any reason and shall, in that event only, return any deposit received. Reservations are transferrable at the sole discretion of Recess 4 Grownups.

While we do accept major credit cards including Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover, participants must provide to us a signed charge authorization agreement or click authorization for every transaction for your trip.  Your authorization is a binding agreement for us to charge your card and as such you waive any right to chargeback in the case of cancellation for any cause (excepting fraud), including a Force Majeure event, as defined herein, and agree to refund policies and procedures as outlined in these Terms and Conditions. In the event a Participant attempts to chargeback, reverse, or recollect a trip payment already made without the authorization of Recess 4 Grownups, we reserve the right to collect all additional costs, fees and expenses associated with such chargeback, reversal or recollection, including, without limitation, attorney fees.

  • $800.00 per person and a completed Guest Reservation Form (“Reservation Form”) are required with this Participant Agreement to reserve space for the Tour.
  • Full payment is due March 04, 2021

Client Cancellation & Refund Policy: If you choose to cancel your reservation, we must receive written notice of said cancellation either via certified mail, overnight courier, or e-mail sent to Change@Recess4Grownups.com (with confirmation of receipt from us in order to be effective), and you will be subject to the following cancellation fee schedule:

  • If we receive written notice on or before January 5, 2021, we will retain $350.00 per person.
  • If we receive written notice on or after January 6, 2021 but before March 03, 2021, you will incur a cancellation fee of $600.00 per person.
  • If we receive written notice on or after March 4,2021, or if you are a no-show, you will incur a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the Tour price. If a flight or other delay for any reason prevents you from joining the Tour on the Tour start date, you will be considered a no-show, and we cannot provide a full or partial refund or credit toward a future Tour, but you may join the Tour late if you wish.

As described above, we are required to pay all suppliers well in advance of your tour date.  Some suppliers do not offer any refund. You are subject to the supplier’s terms.  Any refund owing under the cancellation schedule above will be less any additional fees or non-refundable deposits of Suppliers.  We will, when available, tell you about these fees or deposits in advance. If you are entitled to a refund, please note that the supplier is responsible for this refund, not Recess 4 Grownups.  Suppliers may choose to provide a travel voucher or credit in lieu of refund.  We are not responsible for a supplier’s failure to pay a refund or for supplier bankruptcy or insolvency.

Please note that airline cancellation and change fees are not included. Please also note that your decision not to travel due to State Department advisories, fear of travel, price of airfare, or any other reason will constitute cancellation by you. No refund or credit will be given for any unused features or early departures for any reason. No refund or credit will be given for any unused features or early departures for any reason.

Any cancellation refund will be less credit card fees.

Name Changes: We cannot change names on airline reservations or tickets. For the Land Tour:

  • If we receive written notice on or before December 01, 2020 there will be no fee or charge.
  • If we receive written notice on or after December 15, 2020 but on or before January 31, 2021, you will incur a fee of $300.00 per name change.
  • No name changes will be allowed after February 01, 2021.

Operator Cancellation or Substitution: We will make commercially reasonable efforts to keep the itinerary as it has been published; however, the final itinerary may vary due to factors beyond our control. We may in our sole discretion substitute services or goods of similar quality for any service or good stated in the Itinerary. These changes will not be considered a material changes and will not be consider cause for cancellation by the participant.  If we suggest alternate activities in place of a planned stop or in case of leisure time, such suggestions do not constitute our endorsement.  In such a case you will be subject to the terms and conditions of the supplier of the activity and your only recourse in case of damage will be against the supplier of the alternate activity. During local or national holidays or special events, peak seasons, on certain days of the week, and during religious occasions, certain facilities such as museums, churches, restaurants, sightseeing tours, hotels, and shopping may be limited or not available. Alternatives will be offered whenever possible. We cannot be held responsible for any closures, necessary itinerary changes, or curtails for any reason. These changes will not be considered a material changes and will not be consider cause for cancellation by the guest. Normal cancellation penalties still apply to the program that has been changed.

If a tour is cancelled, except for cases of Force Majeure, our liability is limited to a full refund of your deposits, and we will not be liable for any other costs, damages, or refunds of any kind for any loss, delay, inconvenience, disappointment, or expense whatsoever in such circumstances.  Should Monsignor Frank McNamee and Monsignor Joe Corbett be unable to participate in this event, other than reasons due to a force majeure event every effort will be made to secure a substitute to lead this pilgrimage/tour. Regardless of the participation of Monsignor Frank McNamee and Monsignor Joe Corbett the tour will proceed as scheduled on the dates listed. By signing this form to participate in this tour, you agree that the terms of the cancellation penalty will be binding upon you regardless of whether Monsignor Frank McNamee and Monsignor Joe Corbett is able to participate. Recess 4 Grownups, LLC will not be responsible for any loss incurred by traveler, including lost days of the scheduled tour, due to a cancelled flight or other means and modes of transportation. Please investigate purchasing travel insurance as recommended, to cover any type of loss associated with cancelled air or other transportation.

Recess 4 Grownups shall not be responsible for, and shall make no refund for, events beyond its control, such as, without limitation, acts of God, weather, natural disaster, strikes, acts of war, terrorism or civil disturbance, government restrictions, changes of schedules or operational decisions of air carriers, terrorist activity or the threat thereof, industrial action, natural or nuclear activity, epidemic, pandemic, illness, physical injury, quarantine, medical or customs or immigration regulation, delay, or cancellation, adverse weather conditions, fire, or for acts or omission of Third Parties or other parties not under the control of Recess 4 Grownups and all similar events outside our control.

Trip Cancellation Insurance: Travel Insurance is highly recommended to protect your travel investment. Please see the optional trip insurance offered for the Tour.  Such plan at a minimum should cover Trip Cancellation or Interruption, Cancel for Any Reason, Medical Expense, Emergency Evacuation/Repatriation, and Baggage. Travel protection plans can help protect you in the event of loss of non-refundable trip deposits and payments that result from cancellation or trip interruption (due to a covered reason such as injury or illness before or during the trip). It also helps with reimbursement for medical emergency costs (including very costly medical evacuation costs), missed connections and baggage loss.

We are not qualified to answer technical questions about the benefits, exclusions, and conditions of travel protection plans. We cannot evaluate the adequacy of the prospective insured's existing insurance coverage. If you have any questions about your travel protection, call your insurer or insurance agent or broker.

Certain countries have a requirement for foreign visitors to have valid medical insurance on entry. We cannot be held responsible for denied entry if a guest is unable to provide details to authorities of insurance or denial of entry for any reason. Declining travel protection plan coverage could result in the loss of your travel cost and/or require more money to correct the situation. You also acknowledge that without this coverage, there may be no way to recoup any losses, costs or expenses incurred. If you choose to travel without adequate coverage, we will not be liable for any of your losses howsoever arising, for which trip protection plan coverage would otherwise have been available.  

Accommodations: Guest accommodations during the Tour are double or twin occupancy and will include fully equipped, en-suite bathrooms. We will charge an additional fee for any single room accommodations.  Rooms will be assigned by the respective supplier/s on a run-of-the-house basis, in category/ies as specified in the itinerary. Special requests such as lower floors, connecting rooms and smoking preference, bedding, must be made at the time of booking.  While we will make reasonable efforts to communicate your requests to the supplier, such requests are not guaranteed and are at the discretion of the supplier. There may be additional charges for such requests which will be solely the expense of the guest making the request.

Guests should be aware that hotel room sizes, standards and facilities can vary regionally and are often different from standards in the United States.  This can include difference in bed sizes and room sizes, bathroom amenities, amenities such as air-conditioning and compliance with other standards such as ADA and wheelchair accessibility. 

Certification of Guest’s Health; Responsibility to Inform Us of Disabilities or Pregnancy: You hereby certify that you do not have any condition or disability that would create a hazard for you or other guests participating in the Tour, and that you understand that health care standards, facilities, and services abroad may be different or even inadequate for treating injuries or illness. You agree to inform us via certified mail or e-mail sent to Change@Recess4Grownups.com (with confirmation of receipt from us) at the time you tender your first payment of the Tour Fee (or at such later time when you become aware of such a condition) of any existing physical or mental illness, disability, pregnancy or any other condition for which you may require medical attention or special accommodation during the Tour. We will make reasonable efforts to obtain accommodations but make no guarantee to be able to accommodate you for such condition during the Tour, and we make no representations or warranties regarding special accommodations or handicap accessibility on the Tour.  Due to liability reasons, we cannot assist you with any additional needs including but not limited to: taxi transportation, wheelchair rental, wheel chair attendant, etc. You are responsible to provide a travel companion at full cost to provide for any additional assistance. Any and all costs associated with additional needs will be at your expense.

Group Air: A group air block of 38 seats are available first-come, first-served at the published tour price. These seats are on Delta from Atlanta to Dublin on June 16,2021 and return on June 26,2021. Group air contracts include some restrictions: A minimum of 10 people must choose the group air option for the group price to be honored. Due to the airlines’ reduced capacity and restrictive group reservation terms, group air reservations are often difficult to coordinate. The number of connections, length of layovers, and all conditions surrounding air travel cannot be guaranteed and may change before departure. Accordingly, if you require specific air travel needs and are not flexible concerning group air travel, you may wish to consider purchasing a Land-Only package and secure your own preferred air arrangements. Please note that group seats are assigned “at the discretion of the airline”, although every effort will be made to fulfill requests, SPECIFIC SEAT ASSIGNMENTS CANNOT AND WILL NOT BE GUARANTEED. Seat numbers may not be advised until check in at the airport. If you require specific seats, Recess 4 Grownups, LLC suggests you book the tour package as “land only” and arrange your own air. In regard to Delta Skymiles, it is common for carriers to give partial or no credit for group flights. It is important to give your frequent flyer number at time of final payment to make sure any eligible miles will be recorded.  Group air is economy class and is not upgradable to first class, business, economy plus, etc. To travel with an upgrade, you must choose "Land Only" and book independent air. Checked baggage fees are not included in this tour package price. Most airlines charge fees ranging from free to $75 per bag one way. Checked baggage is limited to one bag per person. Details of Checked baggage and Carry On Luggage allowances will be in your final travel documents. Baggage is at owner’s risk throughout the tour.

Land Only: Those electing to make their own air arrangements will travel "Land Only". In this case, you must notify Recess 4 Grownups no less than 75 days before departure, be responsible for meeting the group at a specified location and time on the tour. Land only passengers are responsible for arranging and the cost of transfers to and from the airport. Wait until you have received confirmation of tour reservation before making flight arrangements.

Responsibility/Liabilities: We act only in the capacity of agent for CIE Tours and the other suppliers of the travel services named in the itinerary or otherwise providing services or goods in connection with the Tour (the Suppliers”), such as hotels and other lodging providers, local hosts, sight seeing tour operators, bus lines, car rental companies, driving services, restaurants, and providers of entertainment. We assume no responsibility for any personal injury, property damage, or other loss, accident, delay, inconvenience, or irregularity which may be occasioned either by reason (1) any act or omission of any of the Suppliers or airlines providing flights to or from your Tour, or (2) any matter beyond our exclusive control including but not limited to a delay or cancellation of a flight that causes you to miss any portion of the Tour. We have no special knowledge regarding the financial condition of the Suppliers, unsafe conditions, health hazards, weather hazards, or climate extremes at locations to which you may travel. 

Travel to many parts of the world may involve the risk of a variety of hazards to health and/or safety, including but not limited to disease, crime, terrorism and warfare. Because each guest’s risk tolerance is different, We are not in a position to advise or recommend whether travel to any particular place at any particular time should take place. It is recommended that the guest should refer to objective third-party sources of travel information, such as that maintained by the U.S. Department of State (travel.state.gov). In addition, you should consult with government websites to ensure that you are in compliance with all requirements for admittance into that country as well as understanding local laws that govern travel within a country, such as tracking. Should you choose to travel to a country that has been issued a travel warning or advisory, We will not be liable for damages or losses that result from travel to such destinations. Should you choose to cancel a trip due to a travel advisory or warning our normal cancellation fees will apply.

You assume full and complete responsibility for checking and verifying all passport and visa requirements of the destinations and for complying with all laws of the country in the itinerary. When traveling abroad, your passport must be valid for at least six months following your visit. For more information, see the US Department of State website information on passports. You are also responsible for respecting the authority and following the directions of the Tour guide during a Tour.

For the safety or our guests, we reserve the right to request health information prior to travel and to exclude any participants we deem unfit for travel at our sole discretion. We may exclude you from participating in all or any part of the Tour if, in our sole discretion, your condition behavior renders you unfit for the Tour or unfit for continuation once the Tour has begun. Unfitness may include, without limitation, any behavior that, regardless of its cause, is inappropriate or offensive or interferes with the delivery of Tour services, or may constitute a hazard or embarrassment. In such case, our liability shall be strictly limited to refund of the recoverable cost of any unused portion of the Tour. Should you decide not to participate in certain parts of the Tour or use certain Goods included in the Tour, no refunds will be made for those unused parts of the Tour or Goods. You must be over the age of 18 to participate in the Tour. You agree to indemnify and hold us harmless from and against any costs, damages, losses, or liabilities arising out of your or your companions’ actions or omissions or (if you checked the box indicating that you are signing or agreeing on behalf of yourself and your traveling companions) arising out of your companions’ claims that you were not authorized to sign or agree.

Additional risks and dangers may arise including, but not limited to, hazards of travel by train, automobile, motor coach, aircraft and other means of conveyance, animal interactions, swimming, forces of nature, political unrest, other unrest, risks associated with water, food, plants, insects and differing animal regulation, and acts of national and local governments and unrest and acts of others against governments. These risks are not an exhaustive list but are examples of many kinds of risks. You are voluntarily participating in these activities with the knowledge that there may be dangers involved, and you hereby agree to accept any and all risks. As lawful consideration for the agreement with Recess 4 Grownups to participate in such trips and activities you agree you will not make a claim against Recess 4 Grownups, its related companies or its personnel or sue for bodily injury, emotional trauma, death, property loss or damage or other loss, cost or expense, however caused, as a result of or related to your contracting for, traveling to or from, or in any and every other way participating in the trip. You release Recess 4 Grownups, its related companies and its personnel from any and all claims, known or unknown, arising from contracting for, traveling to or from, and in any and every way participating in a trip. This release of liability and assumption of risk agreement is entered into on behalf of you and all members of your family and party, also including minors. This agreement also binds your heirs, legal representatives and assigns.

Where the guest occupies a motor coach or other vehicle seat fitted with a safety belt, neither Recess 4 Grownups nor the Operator nor its agents or co-operating organizations or service providers will be liable for any injury, illness or death or for any loss or damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time of such an accident or incident. This exclusion and limitation of liability shall not be used to imply that the Operator or its agents or affiliated entities are liable in other circumstances.

General: Any dispute related to the Tour shall be governed by Georgia law without regard to conflict of laws principles. The federal or state courts in Georgia shall be the exclusive forum for any lawsuit related to the Tour, and you consent to the personal jurisdiction by said courts. You agree to present any claims against us within 30 days after the Tour ends and to file within six (6) months of the incident, and you acknowledge that this expressly limits the applicable statute of limitations to one year. Guest claims not submitted and received within this time shall be deemed waived and barred.

We are not responsible for typographical or pricing errors. You agree to grant us (and third parties with whom we may engage in joint marketing) a worldwide, royalty-free, fully paid-up license to use your photographic, video, or digital likeness solely for our promotional purposes. For religious pilgrimages, your name will be shared with other participants prior to the tour; after the tour, you will must notify Change@Recess4Grownups if you do not want your contact details shared with the group members. Facsimile transmission of any signed document shall be deemed delivery of an original. At our request, you shall promptly provide an original document as well. If there are any conflicts between this Participant Agreement, the Reservation Form, and the Itinerary, this Participant Agreement shall apply.

If any provision of these terms and conditions shall be held unenforceable, such provision shall be struck and the remainder shall remain enforceable.

For California Residents: We are a registered Seller of Travel in the State of California (CST 2103869-40). Registration as a Seller of Travel does not constitute approval by the State of California. We are not a participant in the California Travel Consumer Restitution Fund. California law requires certain sellers of travel to have a trust account, and we have a trust account at Bank of America. Upon cancellation of the transportation or travel services, where the guest is not at fault and has not canceled in violation of any terms and conditions previously clearly and conspicuously disclosed and agreed to by the guest, all sums paid to Tour Operator for services not provided will be promptly paid to the guest, unless the guest advises Tour Operator in writing, after cancellation. This provision does not apply where Recess 4 Grownups has remitted the payment to another registered wholesale seller of travel or a carrier, without obtaining a refund, and where the wholesaler or provider defaults in providing the agreed-upon transportation or service. In this situation, Recess 4 Grownups will provide the guest with a written statement accompanied by bank records establishing the disbursement of the payment, and if disbursed to a wholesale seller of travel, proof of current registration of that wholesaler.

For Florida Residents: We are registered with the State of Florida as a Seller of Travel. Registration No. ST- 38287.