Terms & Conditions Policy

1. About these Terms

These Terms and Conditions Policy applies when you make an enquiry, request travel planning support, purchase a consultation, ask us to help with booking arrangements, or otherwise use services provided by Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd.

In these Terms, "Jadewind Travel", "we", "us" or "our" means Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd. "You" or "your" means the customer, traveller, booking contact or other person using our services.

By requesting or using our services, you agree to these Terms and any applicable service description, invoice, quote, supplier terms and separate policies referred to in these Terms.

2. Our role

We are an Australian travel business that provides travel information, destination planning, itinerary support, consultation services, and administrative booking support.

Unless we expressly agree otherwise in writing, we act as a travel adviser, planning support provider, booking support provider or booking agent. We do not own, operate or control airlines, hotels, tour operators, transfer providers, attractions, insurers, booking platforms or other third-party travel suppliers.

The actual travel services are usually provided by third-party suppliers. Your contract for those travel services is normally with the relevant supplier, and their terms and conditions may apply in addition to these Terms.

3. Services we may provide

Depending on what you request, our services may include:

  • general destination information and travel planning support;
  • sample or customised itineraries, checklists and planning resources;
  • travel consultations and administrative support;
  • assistance with quote requests, supplier communications and booking administration;
  • links or referrals to third-party suppliers, booking platforms, apps or other travel resources; and
  • digital products such as downloadable travel guides, mini-guides or planning templates.

We may decline a request where the service is outside our business scope, unsuitable for the destination, not commercially practical, or not compatible with supplier availability, safety, legal or operational requirements.

4. Quotes, availability and pricing

Travel prices, availability, taxes, fees, schedules, exchange rates and supplier conditions can change without notice.

A quote, itinerary, package suggestion or price indication is not a confirmed booking unless all required details have been provided, payment requirements have been met, and the relevant supplier or booking platform has issued a confirmation.

We will take reasonable care when preparing information for you, but we are not responsible for supplier repricing, timetable changes, seasonal changes, currency movements, tax or surcharge changes, government charges, supplier errors or supplier operational decisions outside our control.

5. Your responsibilities

You are responsible for making sure all information you provide is accurate, complete and up to date. This includes names exactly as shown on passports, dates of birth, contact details, travel dates, rooming arrangements, special requests, accessibility needs and any other details relevant to the travel arrangements.

You are also responsible for:

  • checking passport validity, visa requirements, transit rules, entry requirements and health requirements;
  • checking official travel advice and local laws for your destination;
  • reviewing all quotes, itineraries, invoices, booking confirmations and travel documents as soon as you receive them;
  • telling us promptly if anything is wrong, missing or has changed;
  • ensuring each traveller is fit to travel and has appropriate travel insurance;
  • complying with supplier terms, airline rules, hotel rules, tour rules and local laws; and
  • being on time for flights, transfers, tours, trains, cruises, appointments and other scheduled services.

We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance for all travel. Insurance should be arranged as early as possible and should be suitable for your destination, activities, health circumstances, cancellation risks and supplier conditions.

6. Bookings and supplier terms

If you ask us to assist with a booking, we will make reasonable efforts to follow your instructions and communicate the information available to us at the time.

Supplier terms may cover deposits, payment deadlines, cancellation fees, change fees, refund or credit eligibility, baggage rules, check-in requirements, health or fitness requirements, minimum numbers, liability limits and disruption rules.

You should read the supplier terms before making payment. If there is a conflict between these Terms and supplier terms for the actual travel service, the supplier terms will normally apply to that supplier service, except to the extent these Terms apply to the separate services we provide directly to you.

Special requests, such as room preferences, dietary requirements, seating preferences, accessibility needs or bedding requests, are subject to supplier acceptance and cannot be guaranteed unless confirmed by the supplier.
 

7. Payments

Payment requirements depend on the service or booking. Payments may be made to Jadewind Travel, to a supplier, to a booking platform or to a payment processor, depending on the arrangement confirmed with you.

If payment is made directly to a supplier, booking platform or payment processor, that third party's terms, fees, refund rules and privacy practices may apply.

If a payment deadline is missed, a quote or booking may be cancelled, repriced or treated as unavailable by the supplier. We are not responsible for supplier cancellation or repricing caused by late or incomplete payment, except to the extent caused by our own failure to perform our services with due care and skill.

8. Changes, Disruptions and Events Outside Our Control (Force Majeure)

8.1 General principle

Travel arrangements may be affected by events outside our reasonable control. Where this happens, supplier terms and applicable law will determine what changes, credits, refunds, or alternatives may be available for supplier services.

We will take reasonable steps to assist with administration and communication, but we cannot guarantee a particular supplier outcome.

8.2 Force majeure events defined

Without limiting the generality of clause 8.1, events outside our control ("force majeure events") include, but are not limited to:

Natural events

Earthquake, flood, tsunami, volcanic eruption, wildfire, landslide, severe weather, or natural disaster

Health and pandemic events

Pandemic, epidemic, infectious disease outbreak, public health emergency, quarantine order, or government-imposed health restriction

Government and regulatory actions

Government-imposed travel restrictions, border closures, lockdowns, curfews, visa or entry requirement changes, sanctions, or regulatory changes

Political and civil events

War, terrorism, civil unrest, riots, insurrection, coup, or political instability

Transport and operational events

Strike, labour dispute, lockout, carrier insolvency, widespread transport disruption, airport closure, or airspace closure

Technical and infrastructure events

Cyber attack, system outage, power failure, telecommunications failure, or supplier technology failure

Any other event

Any other event reasonably beyond the control of Jadewind Travel or the relevant supplier


8.3 Your rights and remedies during force majeure events

If a force majeure event affects your travel arrangements, the following will apply:

  • Supplier services: Your rights to refunds, credits, rebooking, or alternative arrangements for flights, accommodation, tours, transfers, and other supplier services will be governed by the relevant supplier's terms and conditions and applicable law.
  • Jadewind Travel service fees: If a force majeure event prevents us from delivering a Jadewind Travel service that we have not yet started (e.g., a consultation, planning session, or booking support service), we will offer a reasonable alternative time or a refund of the affected Jadewind Travel service fee, less any third-party costs already incurred.
  • Work already commenced: If we have already commenced custom planning work and a force majeure event makes the travel plans unworkable or no longer reasonably practicable, we will retain a reasonable amount to cover work already completed, time spent, and any non-refundable third-party costs. The amount retained will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

8.4 No penalty or liability for force majeure

Neither party will be liable for any delay, failure to perform, or inability to perform obligations (other than payment obligations) to the extent caused by a force majeure event, provided that:

  • The affected party notifies the other party as soon as reasonably practicable;
  • The affected party uses reasonable efforts to mitigate the impact of the force majeure event; and
  • The affected party resumes performance as soon as reasonably practicable after the force majeure event ends.

8.5 Insurance recommendation

We strongly recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel insurance that covers trip cancellation, trip interruption, medical expenses, repatriation, and disruption caused by force majeure events (including but not limited to pandemics, natural disasters, and government travel restrictions). Your insurance provider, not Jadewind Travel, is responsible for claims arising from force majeure events.

8.6 No obligation to rebook at a loss

If a supplier offers a credit or rebooking option but with increased pricing, we are not obligated to absorb the price difference. Any additional costs will be communicated to you, and you may choose to pay the difference or accept the credit or refund offered by the supplier.

9. Separate policies that also apply

The following separate policies apply where relevant and should be read together with these Terms:

  • Cancellation and Refunds Policy - explains cancellation timing, digital product refunds, third-party supplier refunds and refund processing;
  • Customer Code of Conduct Policy - explains expected behaviour when dealing with us, suppliers and other travellers;
  • Website General Terms of Use Policy - applies to use of our website, links, intellectual property, security and prohibited website use, and illustrative or AI-generated website images;
  • Travel Guides Disclaimer Policy - applies to downloadable guides, blog posts, itineraries, destination content, planning resources, and illustrative or AI-generated images used in those materials;
  • Privacy Policy - explains how we handle personal information.
  • Booking Confirmation and Payment Policy - explains when a booking is confirmed, accepted payment methods, multi-currency payments, and deposit requirements.

10. Australian Consumer Law

Nothing in these Terms, any supplier terms, our policies or any booking document is intended to exclude, restrict or modify rights that cannot be excluded, restricted or modified under the Australian Consumer Law or any other applicable law.

Where consumer guarantees or other non-excludable rights apply, the remedies available to you will depend on the circumstances and the service affected.

11. Limitation of responsibility

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not responsible for loss, delay, injury, damage, expense or disappointment caused by third-party suppliers, your own acts or omissions, inaccurate information provided by you, failure to obtain required travel documents, failure to follow supplier instructions, or events outside our reasonable control.

This section does not limit any liability that cannot be excluded by law, including liability for services we provide without due care and skill where the Australian Consumer Law applies.

12. Complaints and Dispute Resolution

12.1 Raising a complaint

If you have a concern or complaint about our service, please contact us as soon as possible.

All complaints must be submitted in writing to:

  • Email: info@jadewindtravel.com.au
  • Subject line: Complaint – [Your Name] – [Booking or Enquiry Reference, if available]

Your complaint should include:

  • Your full name and contact details;
  • Any booking, order, invoice, or enquiry reference number;
  • A clear description of the issue, including dates, destinations, and relevant supplier names where applicable;
  • Any supporting documents (e.g., emails, invoices, supplier correspondence); and
  • The outcome you are seeking.

12.2 Our response process

We take all complaints seriously and will respond as follows: 

We will confirm receipt of your complaint and may request additional information if needed within 7 business days

Investigation

We will review your complaint, consult relevant records, and, where appropriate, communicate with the relevant supplier or booking platform within 21 business days of acknowledgement

Substantive response

We will provide a written response outlining our findings, proposed resolution, or next steps within 28 business days of acknowledgement

If we need more time due to the complexity of the complaint or delays in supplier responses, we will advise you in writing and provide a revised timeframe.

12.3 Escalation – if you are not satisfied with our response

If you are not satisfied with our final response, or if we have not responded within the timeframes set out above, you may escalate the matter to an external dispute resolution body.

Depending on the nature of your complaint, you may refer the matter to:

If we are ATIA-accredited at the time of your complaint, and the complaint relates to our travel agency services

www.atia.travel

NSW Fair Trading

For complaints relating to consumer law, misleading conduct, or service issues

www.fairtrading.nsw.gov.au

Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA)

If your complaint relates to a financial product (e.g., travel insurance, credit card fees, payment disputes)

www.afca.org.au

Your state or territory consumer affairs agency

For general consumer complaints

Contact your local consumer protection agency

12.4 Legal recourse

Nothing in this clause prevents you from seeking legal advice or taking legal proceedings at any time. However, we may request that the complaint first go through our internal complaints process before commencing legal action, except where urgent relief is required.

12.5 Supplier complaints

If your complaint relates to a third-party supplier (e.g., airline, hotel, tour operator, transfer provider), we will:

  • Take reasonable steps to communicate with the supplier on your behalf;
  • Forward relevant documentation and information to the supplier;
  • Advise you of the supplier's response.

However, the supplier's own complaints process, terms and conditions, and applicable law will ultimately govern the resolution of complaints against the supplier. We are not responsible for the supplier's decision, delay, or refusal to provide a remedy, except to the extent caused by our own failure to perform our services with due care and skill.

12.6 Unreasonable complaints

We reserve the right to limit our response or decline to engage further where a complaint is, in our reasonable opinion:

  • Frivolous, vexatious, or made in bad faith;
  • Repeatedly raised after having been fully addressed;
  • Abusive, threatening, or harassing in nature; or
  • Otherwise unreasonable under the Customer Code of Conduct Policy.

In such cases, we will advise you in writing of our decision and the reasons for it.

13. Changes to these Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time by publishing or providing an updated version. The version that applies to a service is usually the version available when you request or purchase that service, unless otherwise required by law.

14. Governing law

These Terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia. The courts of New South Wales, Australia have non-exclusive jurisdiction, subject to any rights you may have under applicable consumer laws.

Contact

Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd

Website: www.jadewindtravel.com.au

Email: info@jadewindtravel.com.au

Privacy Policy

1. About this Policy

This Booking Confirmation and Payment Policy applies when you book travel services, planning services, consultations, digital products, or any other payable service through Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd.

This policy should be read together with our:

  • Terms and Conditions Policy

  • Cancellation and Refunds Policy

  • Privacy Policy

2. When a Booking is Confirmed

2.1 General rule

A booking is not confirmed until all of the following conditions have been met:

  • All required traveller information has been provided, including full names as shown on passports, dates of birth, contact details, special requests and other information reasonably required for the booking.

  • Any required deposit or full payment has been received by Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd or by the relevant supplier, booking platform or payment processor.

  • You have received a written booking confirmation from Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd or the relevant supplier, such as an email confirmation, booking reference number or similar written confirmation.

2.2 Quotes, itineraries and estimates are not confirmations

A quote, itinerary, price estimate or package suggestion is not a confirmed booking. Prices, availability and supplier terms can change until a booking is confirmed as set out above.

2.3 Supplier confirmation may take time

For some bookings, such as flights, complex tours or packages, supplier confirmation may take hours or days. Your booking is only confirmed when you receive the supplier's confirmation or a written confirmation from Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd that the supplier has confirmed the booking.

3. Payment Methods We Accept

We may accept the following payment methods through our website, booking platform or by direct arrangement, subject to availability:

  • Credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Amex) – Available through website or booking platform. Processing time: Usually instant. Subject to card scheme and payment gateway terms, availability and fees.

  • Debit card – Available through website or booking platform. Processing time: Usually instant. Subject to card scheme and payment gateway terms, availability and fees.

  • PayPal – Available through website or booking platform. Processing time: Usually instant. PayPal terms apply, where available.

  • Apple Pay / Google Pay – Available through website or booking platform. Processing time: Usually instant. Available on supported devices and through supported payment gateways.

  • Bank transfer – Available through direct arrangement. Processing time: 1-3 business days. Payment is not received until cleared funds are available. Bank fees may apply.

  • Wise or similar transfer service – Available through direct arrangement. Processing time: 1-3 business days. May be used for some international or multi-currency payments.

  • Airwallex or similar payment platform – Available through direct arrangement. Processing time: 1-3 business days. May be used for AUD, USD, EUR, CNY or other available currencies.

  • WeChat Pay / Alipay – Available through direct arrangement. Processing time: 1-2 business days. Subject to availability, currency conversion and platform terms.

3.1 Website payments

Payments made through our website are processed by a secure payment gateway. You will usually receive a payment confirmation email after a successful website payment.

3.2 Direct payments

For bookings arranged by email, phone or other direct communication, we may invoice you directly. Payment instructions will be provided on the invoice or in writing.

3.3 Changes to payment methods

We may add or remove payment methods from time to time. The methods available at the time of your booking will be communicated to you or displayed during checkout.

4. Multi-Currency Payments

Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd is an Australian business and our default currency is Australian Dollars (AUD). However, because we may work with clients, suppliers and travel providers in multiple countries, we may offer or accept payment in other currencies where available and agreed with you before payment.

4.1 Currencies we may accept

We may accept payment in the following currencies, subject to availability through our payment processor, booking platform, bank or other payment method used for the booking:

  • Australian Dollar (AUD) – Australian clients, website payments and most standard bookings.

  • US Dollar (USD) – International bookings and some overseas supplier arrangements.

  • Euro (EUR) – European clients and suppliers, where available.

  • Chinese Yuan (CNY) – China-related arrangements, where available.

  • New Zealand Dollar (NZD) – New Zealand clients, where available.

  • Canadian Dollar (CAD) – Canadian clients, where available.

  • UK Pound Sterling (GBP) – UK clients, where available.

Not all currencies will be available for every booking, product, service or payment method. We will confirm the applicable payment currency before you are required to make payment.

4.2 Currency displayed on the website

Unless otherwise stated, prices displayed on our website are in Australian Dollars (AUD). Where our website or booking platform allows you to view prices in another currency, the converted amount may be indicative only and may be based on exchange rates provided by the website, booking platform, payment processor or third-party currency tool.

The final amount payable will be the amount shown to you at checkout, on your invoice, or in your written booking confirmation.

4.3 Direct bookings and agreed currency

For direct bookings arranged with Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd, we will confirm the payment amount and currency in writing before payment is required.

Where a booking involves overseas suppliers or third-party travel providers, supplier prices may be quoted or charged to us in another currency. If exchange rates, supplier costs, taxes, duties, bank charges or payment platform fees change before your booking is confirmed, the final price payable by you may also change. Once your booking is confirmed and paid in an agreed currency, the price is generally fixed in that currency, unless changes are permitted under the applicable supplier terms, booking terms, or by law.

4.4 Exchange rates and conversion fees

For payments made in AUD, the amount charged by Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd will be the confirmed AUD amount.

For payments made in another currency, the exchange rate may be set by our payment processor, payment platform, bank, booking platform or another third-party payment provider at the time of transaction, unless we have agreed a specific exchange rate with you in writing.

Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd does not control exchange rates applied by banks, card issuers, payment processors, booking platforms or other third-party providers. Your bank, card issuer or payment provider may charge foreign transaction fees, currency conversion fees, international payment fees or other charges. These fees are your responsibility.

Where Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd applies any separate payment processing fee, card surcharge or currency-related charge, we will disclose this to you before payment is made, and any card surcharge will not exceed our permitted cost of accepting that payment method.

4.5 Currency risk and refunds

Exchange rates can fluctuate. You are responsible for any exchange rate difference, currency conversion cost, foreign transaction fee or bank charge associated with your payment.

Where a refund is approved under our Cancellation and Refunds Policy, supplier terms, booking terms or applicable law, the refund will usually be processed in the same currency and to the same payment method used for the original payment, unless we agree otherwise or another method is required.

The amount you receive may be different from the amount originally paid once exchange rate movements, payment processor fees, bank charges or card issuer fees are applied. To the extent permitted by law, Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd is not responsible for any loss, shortfall or additional cost caused by exchange rate fluctuations or third-party payment fees.

5. Deposits and Payment Schedules

5.1 Planning services and consultations

  • Scheduled consultation: 100% upfront. Final payment not applicable. Pay at the time of booking.

  • Custom planning package: 50% non-refundable deposit, unless otherwise stated or required by law. Balance before itinerary delivery. The deposit covers initial research, planning work and administration.

5.2 Travel bookings (flights, hotels, tours, and packages)

Payment requirements vary by supplier. The following guide explains the most common payment patterns for different types of travel products. We will always confirm the specific payment schedule and cancellation terms for your booking before you pay.

5.2.1 Flights

  • Standard economy flights: 100% at time of booking. Often non-refundable or subject to airline change fees. Some airlines offer refundable fares at a higher price.

  • Premium, business, or first class: 100% at time of booking. May have more flexible cancellation terms; check the fare conditions before booking.

  • Low-cost carrier flights: 100% at time of booking. Almost always non-refundable. Changes may be permitted with a fee.

  • Airline package (flight + hotel): Varies; often a deposit at booking, balance 30-60 days before travel. Supplier terms apply. Cancellation penalties may apply to the entire package.

Your responsibility: Flight refunds are governed by the airline's fare conditions. We cannot guarantee a refund if you cancel a non-refundable fare.

5.2.2 Hotels

  • Refundable / flexible rate: 100% at time of booking, or pay at hotel. Full refund if cancelled by the deadline stated in your booking, often 24-72 hours before check-in.

  • Non-refundable / prepaid rate: 100% at time of booking. No refund if you cancel, regardless of when you cancel.

  • Pay at hotel: No payment upfront; pay at checkout. Cancellation policy applies; you may be charged if you no-show or cancel late.

  • Deposit required: Deposit, such as first night or 10-50%, at booking; balance at hotel. Deposit may be non-refundable if you cancel outside the free cancellation window.

Your responsibility: Read the hotel cancellation policy before booking. A non-refundable rate is usually cheaper but offers no flexibility.

5.2.3 Tours and Activities

  • Day tours and standard activities: 100% at time of booking. Often refundable if cancelled 24-72 hours in advance. Last-minute cancellations or no-shows are usually non-refundable.

  • Multi-day tours: Deposit of 20-50% at booking; balance 30-60 days before departure. Deposits may be non-refundable. Final balance may be partially or fully refundable depending on how close to departure you cancel.

  • Private tours and charters: 50-100% at time of booking. Often non-refundable or subject to strict cancellation terms due to dedicated guide and vehicle booking.

  • Adventure or high-demand activities: 100% at time of booking. Often non-refundable. Supplier may offer a credit if you cancel far in advance.

Your responsibility: Tours often have minimum participant numbers. If a tour is cancelled by the supplier due to insufficient numbers, you are entitled to a refund or alternative date under supplier terms.

5.2.4 Packages (flight + hotel + tours combined)

  • Static package (pre-designed): Deposit of 20-30% at booking; balance 30-60 days before travel. Cancellation penalties may apply to the entire package. Some components, such as flights, may be non-refundable even if other parts are refundable.

  • Custom package (designed for you): Deposit of 30-50% at booking; balance 30-60 days before travel. The deposit is often non-refundable to cover planning work and initial supplier commitments. See also our Cancellation and Refunds Policy.

  • Promotional package: 100% at time of booking. Usually non-refundable or subject to strict cancellation terms.

Your responsibility: For packages, cancellation terms apply to the whole booking. Even if you cancel one component, the supplier may treat the entire package as cancelled.

5.3 Payment deadlines

If a payment deadline is specified on your invoice or booking confirmation, you must pay by that date. If you miss a payment deadline:

  • The supplier may cancel your booking without refund of amounts already paid

  • The supplier may reprice the booking at current rates

  • We may be unable to confirm or continue work on the booking or service

We may remind you if a payment deadline is approaching, but you are ultimately responsible for meeting supplier and invoice payment deadlines.

6. Payment Security

6.1 Website payments

Payments made through our website are processed using secure payment gateways. We do not store full credit card details on our website.

6.2 Direct payments

For direct payments made by bank transfer, Wise, Airwallex or another direct payment method, you are responsible for ensuring payment is sent to the correct account details provided on your invoice.

6.3 Fraud prevention

We may verify your identity or request additional information for large, unusual or higher-risk bookings to help prevent fraud and unauthorised payments.

7. What If a Payment Fails?

  • Website payment declined: Your booking will not be completed. You may try another payment method or contact your bank or payment provider. We do not store declined payment information.

  • Direct payment not received by the deadline: We will attempt to contact you using the details you provided. If payment is still not received by the deadline stated on your invoice or booking confirmation, we may cancel your booking or service, delay confirmation, or reprice the booking at current rates. You remain responsible for any supplier cancellation fees incurred before we are able to cancel.

  • Partial payment received: We will contact you to arrange payment of the outstanding amount. If the shortfall is not resolved within 7 days of our first notice, or a shorter period if a supplier deadline is imminent, the booking may not be confirmed. Any amounts already paid may be refunded less any non-refundable supplier costs or administration fees, or applied toward a revised booking at our discretion.

  • Recurring or instalment payment fails, if applicable: If you are on an agreed payment plan and a scheduled payment fails, we will notify you. You will have 5 business days to remedy the failed payment. If payment is not made within that time, your booking may be cancelled and amounts already paid may be non-refundable under supplier terms.

8. Invoicing and Receipts

8.1 When you receive an invoice

We will provide an invoice for:

  • Custom planning services, upon request or before work begins

  • Direct bookings arranged via email or other direct communication, where payment instructions are required

  • Any service where you request an invoice before payment

Invoices are generally sent within 2 business days of the request or booking confirmation. If you need an invoice urgently, please let us know.

8.2 When you receive a receipt

You will receive a receipt or payment confirmation:

  • After successful website payment, usually by email immediately or within a few minutes

  • After we process a direct payment, generally within 2 business days of receiving cleared funds

8.3 What information is on your invoice

Our invoices may include:

  • Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd 

  • Your name and contact details

  • Booking or invoice reference number

  • Description of services

  • Amount due in the agreed currency

  • Payment instructions and due date, if applicable

  • Any applicable supplier terms or cancellation deadlines, where known and practical

8.4 Incorrect or disputed invoices

If you believe an invoice is incorrect, please contact us within 7 days of receiving it. We will review your concern and, if an error is found, issue a corrected invoice. You are not required to pay a disputed amount until the dispute is resolved, but undisputed portions of the invoice remain due by the original deadline.

9. Changes to a Booking After Payment

9.1 Changes requested by you

If you need to change a confirmed booking, please contact us as soon as possible, ideally at least 14 days before travel. The longer you wait, the less likely a change can be accommodated without penalty.

Planning services: Changes may be possible subject to availability and the stage of work completed. See our Cancellation and Refunds Policy for details.

Supplier bookings: Changes are subject to supplier terms. Supplier change fees may apply, and fare or rate differences may be charged, which could be higher than the original price. We will advise you of any known costs before proceeding.

Changes that are not possible: Some bookings, particularly non-refundable flights, promotional rates, or last-minute bookings, cannot be changed at all. If a change is not possible, you may need to cancel and rebook, which may result in loss of amounts already paid.

9.2 Changes initiated by us or a supplier

If we or a supplier need to change a confirmed booking, we will notify you as soon as reasonably practicable. Your rights will be governed by supplier terms for supplier-initiated changes, or by our Terms and Conditions Policy for changes initiated by Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd.

If a supplier-initiated change is significant, such as a major change to your itinerary, departure date, or accommodation standard, you may be entitled to a refund under supplier terms or applicable consumer law. We will advise you of your options when we notify you of the change.

10. Refunds and Credits

Refunds and credits are handled under our Cancellation and Refunds Policy. The following key principles apply:

  • You cancel a Jadewind Travel planning service: Handled under the Cancellation and Refunds Policy and any written terms agreed with you. Refunds, if any, will be made to the original payment method where possible.

  • You cancel a supplier booking: Supplier terms apply. We may assist you to request a refund or credit, but cannot guarantee the supplier outcome. Refunds from suppliers may take several weeks or months to process.

  • We cancel a Jadewind Travel service: We will provide a refund of the Jadewind Travel service fee or a reasonable alternative, subject to the Australian Consumer Law and any applicable terms.

  • A supplier cancels a booking: Supplier terms apply. We will pass on any refund or credit we receive from the supplier for your booking, less any fees that are lawfully retained or charged.

10.1 Refund timing

  • Refunds for Jadewind Travel service fees are processed within 14 days of approval, where possible.

  • Refunds from suppliers vary in timing. Some suppliers process refunds within 2 weeks; others may take 3 months or longer. We will keep you informed of progress where we are handling the request.

10.2 Currency of refunds

Refunds are generally processed in the currency you originally paid. If a refund requires currency conversion, for example where a supplier refunds in EUR but you paid in AUD, the exchange rate on the date of refund will apply. You may lose money on currency conversion compared to your original payment, and we are not responsible for such losses, except where required by law.

10.3 Supplier credits instead of cash refunds

Some suppliers, particularly airlines and tour operators, may offer a travel credit or voucher instead of a cash refund, depending on their terms and applicable law. We will advise you of the options available to us. You may choose to accept a credit or seek a cash refund where available by law, but enforcing a cash refund may require a legal claim, chargeback, complaint process or supplier escalation, and we cannot guarantee the outcome.

11. Australian Consumer Law

Nothing in this policy excludes, restricts or modifies rights that cannot be excluded, restricted or modified under the Australian Consumer Law or any other applicable law. If a service has a major problem, your remedies may include a refund, replacement, compensation or other remedy, depending on the circumstances and the applicable law.

12. Changes to this Policy

We may update this policy from time to time by publishing a new version on our website or otherwise making it available. The updated version will apply from the date stated in the policy and will not apply retrospectively where that would be unfair or unlawful.

Contact

Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd
Website: www.jadewindtravel.com.au
Email: info@jadewindtravel.com.au

Booking Confirmation & Payment Policy

1. About this policy

This Privacy Policy explains how Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd collects, uses, stores, discloses and protects your personal information. It applies when you visit our website, make an enquiry, book travel services, subscribe to our newsletter, or otherwise interact with us.

This policy should be read together with our Terms and Conditions Policy, Booking Confirmation and Payment Policy, and Cancellation and Refunds Policy.

2. What personal information we collect

We may collect the following types of personal information:

Your name, email address, phone number, postal address, date of birth, passport details, frequent flyer numbers, travel preferences, dietary requirements, health information relevant to travel, emergency contact details, payment information, IP address, browser type, device information, website usage data, and any other information you voluntarily provide to us.

3. How we collect your information

We collect information directly from you when you complete a contact form, make a booking, send us an email, subscribe to our newsletter, participate in a consultation, or communicate with us by phone or other means.

We may also collect information automatically through cookies and similar technologies when you browse our website.

4. Why we collect your information

We collect your personal information to provide travel planning and booking services, communicate with you about your travel arrangements, process payments, comply with supplier requirements, meet legal and regulatory obligations, improve our website and services, send you marketing communications where you have consented, and respond to your enquiries and requests.

5. How we use your information

We use your personal information to create and manage your travel bookings, communicate with suppliers such as airlines, hotels and tour operators, provide customer support, send booking confirmations and updates, process refunds and cancellations, comply with visa and entry requirements for certain destinations, detect and prevent fraud, and improve your experience with us.

6. When we share your information

We may share your personal information with travel suppliers including airlines, hotels, tour operators, transfer providers, insurance providers, and other third parties necessary to deliver your travel arrangements.

We may also share information with payment processors, IT service providers, email marketing platforms, professional advisors, government authorities where required by law, and any other third party where you have given your consent.

7. International disclosure of information

Because travel often involves international arrangements, your personal information may be disclosed to suppliers and service providers located outside Australia, including in countries such as China, Japan, Thailand, Singapore, the United States, the United Kingdom, New Zealand, and countries within the European Union.

When we disclose your information internationally, we take reasonable steps to ensure that overseas recipients handle your information securely and in accordance with applicable privacy laws.

8. How we protect your information

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from misuse, interference, loss, unauthorised access, modification or disclosure. This includes using secure payment gateways, encrypting data where appropriate, limiting access to authorised personnel, and maintaining physical and technical security measures.

However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure. While we strive to protect your information, we cannot guarantee absolute security.

9. How long we keep your information

We retain your personal information for as long as reasonably necessary to provide our services, comply with legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce our agreements. When your information is no longer required, we will take reasonable steps to destroy or de-identify it.

10. Your privacy rights

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information, request deletion of your information where permitted by law, withdraw your consent to marketing communications, and lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner.

If we cannot action your request in full, we will explain why where it is reasonable and lawful to do so.

11. Anonymity and pseudonyms

You may browse our website or make a general enquiry without providing full identification where this is practical. However, we may need your real name and other identifying details to provide travel planning, booking support, supplier communications, invoices, customer support or legal compliance.

12. Children and other travellers

We may collect information about children or other travellers where provided by a parent, guardian, booking contact or authorised traveller for the purpose of travel planning or supplier arrangements. If you provide information about a child or another traveller, you confirm that you have authority to provide that information and to make travel-related requests on their behalf.

13. Third-party websites and platforms

Our website, guides or communications may link to third-party websites, apps, maps, booking platforms, payment platforms or supplier sites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices, security, content or accuracy of third-party websites. You should review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

14. Privacy complaints

If you have a privacy concern or complaint, please contact us first at info@jadewindtravel.com.au. Please include your name, contact details, and a description of the concern.

We will acknowledge your complaint within a reasonable timeframe and work to resolve it promptly. If you are not satisfied with our response, you may lodge a complaint with the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) at www.oaic.gov.au.

15. Changes to this policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website. Continued use of our services after any changes indicates your acceptance of the updated policy.

16. Contact us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or wish to exercise your privacy rights, please contact us at:

Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd
Email: info@jadewindtravel.com.au
Website: www.jadewindtravel.com.au


Cancellation & Refunds Policy.

1. About this Policy

This Cancellation and Refunds Policy applies to services and digital products supplied by Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd, and to the way we assist with cancellation or refund requests for third-party travel services.

This policy should be read together with our Terms and Conditions Policy and Booking Confirmation and Payment Policy and any supplier terms that apply to your booking.

2. Different types of purchases

Cancellation and refund outcomes depend on what you purchased. For clarity, this policy separates:

  • Jadewind Travel service fees, such as consultations, planning sessions, itinerary preparation or administration support

  • Digital products, such as downloadable guides, templates and itineraries

  • Third-party travel services, such as flights, accommodation, tours, transfers, attractions, trains, cruises, insurance or transport supplied by other providers

  • Payment processing fees, card fees, foreign exchange charges or platform charges, which may be charged by third parties

3. Travel planning services and consultations

Unless a different cancellation arrangement is confirmed in writing, the following guide applies to Jadewind Travel service fees for scheduled consultations or planning sessions:

  • More than 7 days before the scheduled consultation or session: 100% refund of the Jadewind Travel service fee

  • Within 7 days but more than 48 hours before the scheduled consultation or session: 50% refund of the Jadewind Travel service fee

  • Within 48 hours of the scheduled consultation or session: non-refundable, unless required by law

  • Missed appointments without notice: non-refundable, unless required by law

If you need to reschedule, please contact us as early as possible. We will try to accommodate one reasonable reschedule request, subject to availability and the stage of work already completed.

4. Custom planning work already started

Where you purchase a customised itinerary, planning package, research task or booking support service, work may begin soon after payment or confirmation.

Non-refundable deposit: A non-refundable deposit of 50% of the total planning fee is required before any custom planning work begins. This deposit covers initial research, itinerary drafting, supplier communications, and time spent understanding your preferences.

If you cancel after work has started but before delivery of the final itinerary:

We will retain the full 50% deposit to cover work already completed. If more than 50% of the planning work has been completed (at our sole discretion), the full planning fee becomes non-refundable.

If you cancel after receiving the final itinerary:

The full planning fee is non-refundable, regardless of whether you choose to book through Jadewind Travel or independently.

The itinerary and all associated research, recommendations, and supplier information remain our intellectual property. You do not have the right to use the itinerary to book directly with suppliers without engaging our booking services.

If you book your travel through Jadewind Travel: The planning fee will be credited towards your final package cost, subject to a minimum package value.

If we have not started any work and no non-refundable third-party costs have been incurred: We will refund the planning fee in full, less any bank transaction fees.

5. Digital products and downloadable guides

Digital downloads, travel guides, templates, checklists and similar digital products are generally non-refundable once access has been provided, because they are delivered immediately or made available for download.

We will consider a refund or replacement if the digital product has a major problem, cannot be accessed due to an issue within our control, is materially different from its description, or a refund is otherwise required by law.

If you experience an access issue, contact us at info@jadewindtravel.com.au within 7 days of purchase so we can help resolve it.

6. Third-party travel services

Flights, hotels, tours, transfers, attractions, trains, cruises, insurance and other travel services supplied by third parties are subject to the supplier's own terms and conditions.

Supplier terms may make some fares, rooms, tours, packages or promotional rates non-refundable or only partially refundable. Supplier cancellation fees may apply immediately after booking and may be up to 100% of the amount paid for that supplier service.

If you ask us to assist with a supplier cancellation or refund request, we will take reasonable steps to communicate with the relevant supplier or booking platform. We cannot guarantee that a supplier will approve a refund, credit, change or waiver.

If a supplier provides a refund, credit or voucher to us on your behalf, we will pass on the amount or credit to you as soon as reasonably practicable after it is received and reconciled, less any lawful deductions, supplier fees or agreed Jadewind Travel service fees.

7. Change of mind and personal circumstances

A change of mind, change of plans, missed flight, missed transfer, no-show, illness, family event, work commitment or failure to obtain required documents may not entitle you to a refund from suppliers or from Jadewind Travel, unless required by law or expressly allowed by the relevant terms.

We recommend you contact your travel insurer as soon as your circumstances change. You should keep receipts, medical certificates, cancellation confirmations and supplier correspondence in case these are needed for an insurance claim.

8. Cancellations or changes by us (Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd)

If we need to cancel or reschedule a Jadewind Travel consultation, planning service, or booking support service for reasons within our control, we will offer a reasonable alternative time or replacement service. If the replacement service costs more than the original, we will advise you of the difference. You may pay the difference or receive a refund of the Jadewind Travel service fee (excluding any third-party supplier costs already incurred).

We will provide a full refund of the affected Jadewind Travel service fee (excluding any third-party supplier costs already incurred). We will not charge any Jadewind Travel cancellation or change fee for changes initiated by us.

9. Changes or Cancellations by Third-Party Suppliers (Hotels, Airlines, Tour Operators, etc.)

Jadewind Travel acts solely as an intermediary between you and third-party suppliers. We do not control, operate, or own any airlines, hotels, tour operators, transport providers, or other travel suppliers.

If a third-party supplier cancels, reschedules, overbooks, or materially changes a travel service (including but not limited to flight cancellations, hotel overbooking, tour operator bankruptcy, or itinerary changes), the following applies:

Supplier terms govern: The supplier's own terms and conditions, cancellation policy, and applicable law will determine what refund, credit, replacement, or alternative is available for that supplier service.

We are not responsible: Jadewind Travel is not responsible for issuing refunds, compensation, or alternative arrangements on behalf of any third-party supplier.

We cannot guarantee refunds: We will only be able to pass on a refund, credit, or compensation if the supplier provides such to us. If the supplier refuses or offers only a partial amount, you agree that we are not liable for the shortfall.

We will assist (with limits): We will use reasonable efforts to communicate with the supplier on your behalf, forward relevant documentation, and advise you of the supplier's decision. However, we do not guarantee any outcome, and we reserve the right to charge a reasonable administration fee for excessive or complex claim handling.

10. Cancellations during travel

If you voluntarily cancel, are a no-show, leave a tour, miss a service or do not use part of a booking after travel has commenced, the unused portion may be non-refundable under supplier terms.

If you are removed from a tour, activity or supplier service because of unsafe, disruptive, unlawful or inappropriate behaviour, refund rights may be affected. Please also refer to our Customer Code of Conduct Policy and the relevant supplier terms.

Medical issues, emergencies, and unforeseen events outside our control: If you or a travel companion become ill, injured, or experience a medical emergency during travel; or if a family emergency, natural disaster, travel disruption, or other unforeseen event outside Jadewind Travel's control causes you to cancel, interrupt, or miss any part of your trip, refunds, credits, or alternative arrangements (if any) will be governed by the supplier's terms and applicable law.

We strongly recommend that you obtain comprehensive travel and medical insurance that covers trip interruption, cancellation for any reason, emergency medical expenses, and repatriation. Jadewind Travel is not responsible for any unrecoverable costs, medical expenses, or losses that could have been covered by appropriate travel insurance.

11. How to request a cancellation or refund

To request a cancellation or refund, contact us at info@jadewindtravel.com.au and include:

  • Your name and contact details

  • Booking, order, invoice or enquiry reference if available

  • The service or product you want to cancel or query

  • The reason for the request

  • Any relevant supporting documents

  • The outcome you are seeking

We may need to verify your identity, check supplier terms, ask suppliers for information or request supporting documents before we can respond.

12. Processing refunds

Where a refund is approved for a Jadewind Travel service fee, we will usually refund to the original payment method where possible.

Where a refund depends on a supplier, we cannot pay the refund until the supplier or booking platform has approved and released the refundable amount to us or directly to you.

Refund timing may vary depending on supplier processing times, payment processors, banks, card schemes and currency conversion processes. We will take reasonable steps to keep you informed where we are handling the request.

13. Australian Consumer Law

Nothing in this policy is intended to exclude, restrict or modify rights that cannot be excluded, restricted or modified under the Australian Consumer Law or any other applicable law.

Where a service has a major problem or consumer guarantees are not met, your remedies will depend on the circumstances and the service affected.

14. Changes to this Policy

We may update this policy from time to time by publishing or providing a new version. The updated version will apply from the date stated in the policy and will not apply retrospectively where that would be unfair or unlawful.

Contact

Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd
Website: www.jadewindtravel.com.au
Email: info@jadewindtravel.com.au

Website General Terms of Use Policy

1. About these Website Terms

These Website General Terms of Use apply to your use of the Jadewind Travel website, including pages, blog posts, forms, downloadable resources, links and online content.

In these terms, "Jadewind Travel", "we", "us" or "our" means Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to these terms. If you do not agree, you should not use the website.

2. Changes to the website and these terms

We may update these terms from time to time by publishing or providing a new version.

We may update, change, suspend, withdraw or restrict access to all or part of the website for business, operational, security, technical or content reasons. We do not guarantee that the website or any content will always be available or uninterrupted.

3. Website content is general information

Website content is provided for general information and travel planning only. It is not legal, immigration, medical, financial, insurance, safety or professional advice.

Although we make reasonable efforts to keep content useful and accurate at the time of publication, travel information can change quickly. Prices, schedules, opening hours, routes, local rules, visa requirements, entry requirements, health requirements, app functions and supplier policies may change without notice.

You should verify important travel information with official sources, suppliers, booking platforms, transport operators, insurers and relevant authorities before relying on it.

3.1 Illustrative and AI-generated images

Some images on our website, travel guides, blog posts, destination pages, downloadable materials and planning resources may be AI-generated, digitally enhanced, stock-based, illustrative or representative only. These images are used for design, inspiration, general destination mood and visual presentation.

Unless we expressly state otherwise in writing, such images do not represent the exact hotel, room, vehicle, guide, meal, attraction, view, route, supplier, tour inclusion or travel experience that will be provided.

Images of tours, accommodations, and customer-facing itineraries remain genuine photographs. For any booking-critical visual information, please refer to the real images provided.

4. Intellectual property and permitted use

Unless otherwise stated, all content on the website, including but not limited to text, itineraries, guides, graphics, layouts, branding, downloadable materials, research, supplier information, recommendations, checklists, planning documents, and original content, is owned by or licensed to Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd. All rights are reserved.

4.1 Personal, non-commercial use only

You may view, print, or download reasonable extracts from the website for your personal, non-commercial travel planning use only.

You must not copy, reproduce, distribute, modify, scrape, republish, upload, sell, licence, commercially exploit, or create competing materials from our website content without our prior written permission.

Short excerpts may be shared for non-commercial purposes if proper credit is given to Jadewind Travel and a direct link to the original page is included. This permission may be withdrawn at any time if the use is misleading, excessive, commercial, or harmful to our brand.

4.2 Custom itineraries and planning materials (Important)

When you purchase a custom itinerary, planning package, research task, or booking support service, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to use the itinerary and associated materials for your personal travel planning only.

You may not:

  • Use the itinerary, research, recommendations, supplier information, or any part thereof to book directly with suppliers (including but not limited to hotels, airlines, tour operators, transfer providers, and attractions) without engaging Jadewind Travel's booking services

  • Share, distribute, or sell the itinerary or planning materials to any third party

  • Reproduce, republish, or post the itinerary or planning materials on any website, social media platform, forum, or public space

  • Use the itinerary or planning materials for any commercial purpose or to create competing products

4.3 Unauthorised use and enforcement

If you use a Jadewind Travel itinerary or planning materials to book directly with suppliers without engaging our booking services, you:

  • Acknowledge that you have deprived Jadewind Travel of legitimate booking commissions earned through our professional services

  • Agree that Jadewind Travel may invoice you for the reasonable value of the lost booking commissions, calculated as the commission we would have earned had the booking been made through us (typically 10% to 25% of the total package cost, depending on the supplier and package type)

  • Agree that Jadewind Travel may take legal action to recover lost commissions, damages, and any legal costs incurred

Nothing in this clause limits any other rights or remedies available to Jadewind Travel under law or equity.

4.4 No transfer of ownership

Nothing in these terms transfers ownership of any intellectual property from Jadewind Travel to you. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

5. Trade marks and branding

Jadewind Travel, www.jadewindtravel.com.au, our logos, branding, guide names, slogans, graphics and related design elements may be trade marks or brand assets owned by or licensed to Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd.

You must not use our trade marks, logos or branding in a way that suggests affiliation, endorsement, sponsorship or approval without our prior written permission.

6. Links to third-party websites and tools

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, booking platforms, maps, apps, payment tools, suppliers, advertisers or other resources. Links are provided for convenience and information only.

A link does not mean we control, endorse or accept responsibility for the third-party website, service, accuracy, security, availability, pricing, booking process, privacy practices or terms.

You access third-party websites and tools at your own risk and should review their terms, policies and information before using them.

7. User submissions and enquiries

If you submit a form, enquiry, comment, review, message or other material through the website, you must ensure it is accurate, lawful, respectful and not misleading.

You must not submit material that is abusive, defamatory, discriminatory, obscene, threatening, fraudulent, spam, malicious, infringing, unlawful or harmful to our website, systems, staff, suppliers or other users.

We may remove, ignore or decline to respond to submissions that breach these terms or our Customer Code of Conduct Policy.

8. Prohibited website use

You must not use the website:

  • For any unlawful, fraudulent, misleading, harmful or commercial scraping purpose

  • To impersonate Jadewind Travel, our staff, another user or any other person

  • To send or upload spam, malware, viruses, harmful code or automated requests

  • To interfere with, overload, scan, test, bypass or disrupt website security or operation

  • To copy website content using bots, spiders, scrapers or automated tools without written permission

  • To remove copyright, trade mark or proprietary notices

  • To frame the website or suggest a false association with us

  • To use website content in a way that damages our reputation or misleads customers

We may restrict access, block activity, remove content or report unlawful conduct to relevant authorities where appropriate.

9. Viruses and security

We do not guarantee that the website will be secure, uninterrupted or free from bugs, viruses or harmful components.

You are responsible for using suitable devices, browser settings, security tools and virus protection when accessing the website or downloading materials.

10. Limitation of responsibility

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not responsible for loss or damage arising from your use of, or inability to use, the website, reliance on general website content, third-party links, technical issues, viruses, cyber events or content changes.

Nothing in these terms limits any rights or remedies that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law or any other applicable law.

11. Other policies and terms

Other Jadewind Travel policies may apply depending on what you do on the website, including:

  • Terms and Conditions Policy for travel planning, booking support and customer services

  • Privacy Policy for how we handle personal information

  • Cancellation and Refunds Policy for refunds, cancellations and supplier refund handling

  • Travel Guides Disclaimer Policy for guides, blog posts, downloads and itinerary content

  • Customer Code of Conduct Policy for respectful use of our services and communications

12. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of New South Wales, Australia. The courts of New South Wales, Australia have non-exclusive jurisdiction, subject to any rights you may have under applicable consumer laws.

Contact

Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd
Website: www.jadewindtravel.com.au
Email: info@jadewindtravel.com.au


Customer Code of Conduct Policy

1. About this Policy

This Customer Code of Conduct Policy explains the behaviour Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd expects from customers, travellers and booking contacts when dealing with us, our representatives, travel suppliers, local guides, local communities and other travellers.

It applies during enquiries, consultations, booking support, travel planning, complaints handling, supplier communications and any travel experience arranged, introduced or supported by us.

2. What you can expect from us

Customers can expect Jadewind Travel to act professionally and respectfully. We aim to:

  • Communicate clearly and courteously

  • Provide information with reasonable care and skill

  • Be honest about what we can and cannot assist with

  • Handle personal information carefully and in accordance with our Privacy Policy

  • Respond to concerns in a practical and respectful way

  • Treat customers, suppliers and local communities with respect

3. What we expect from customers

We ask customers and travellers to:

  • Communicate with us, suppliers, guides, local communities and other travellers respectfully

  • Provide accurate and complete information for travel planning and bookings

  • Read and follow our policies, supplier terms, travel documents and safety instructions

  • Raise concerns calmly and constructively so they can be reviewed properly

  • Be punctual for scheduled calls, tours, transfers, flights, trains, activities and appointments

  • Follow local laws, customs, cultural expectations and environmental guidelines

  • Take responsibility for personal belongings, travel documents, health, insurance and conduct

  • Avoid behaviour that creates risk, distress, disruption or unreasonable workload for others

4. Respect for destinations and communities

Travel can involve different cultures, languages, environments, laws and standards. We expect customers and travellers to:

  • Respect local customs, religious sites, cultural heritage and community expectations

  • Ask before photographing people where appropriate

  • Dispose of waste responsibly and avoid damaging natural or cultural sites

  • Follow guide instructions and safety briefings

  • Avoid behaviour that may embarrass, endanger or disrespect local people or other travellers

  • Be patient and courteous when delays, language barriers or operational changes occur

5. Prohibited behaviour

We may treat the following behaviour as a breach of this policy:

  • Harassment, bullying, intimidation, threats or abusive language

  • Discrimination or offensive conduct based on race, sex, age, disability, religion, nationality, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation or other protected attributes

  • Sexual harassment, unwelcome sexual comments, gestures, requests or contact

  • Violence, physical abuse or unsafe physical contact

  • Defamatory, malicious or deliberately false statements about others

  • Sharing offensive, sexual, violent, discriminatory or inappropriate material

  • Disruptive behaviour during tours, transfers, accommodation stays, consultations or supplier services

  • Possession or use of illegal drugs, or unsafe behaviour caused by alcohol or drugs

  • Damage to property, theft, fraud or dishonest conduct

  • Failure to follow lawful safety instructions, supplier instructions or local laws

  • Abusive, threatening or repeated unreasonable contact with our staff or suppliers

  • Any behaviour that is unlawful, unsafe or likely to harm Jadewind Travel, suppliers, communities or other travellers

6. Consequences of a breach

If we reasonably believe this policy has been breached or is likely to be breached, we may take action we consider reasonably necessary to protect safety, wellbeing, business operations, suppliers, local communities and other travellers.

Depending on the circumstances, this may include:

  • Ending or limiting a phone call, email exchange, consultation or other interaction

  • Refusing to accept a booking or service request

  • Pausing work until communication becomes safe and respectful

  • Cancelling a Jadewind Travel service in accordance with our Terms and Cancellation and Refunds Policy

  • Asking a supplier, tour operator, guide or accommodation provider to address the behaviour under its own rules

  • Supporting removal from a tour or activity where a supplier considers it necessary

  • Declining future service

  • Reporting unlawful or dangerous behaviour to relevant authorities

7. Refunds and additional costs after a breach

If a customer or traveller is removed from a tour, activity, accommodation, transfer or other supplier service because of a breach of this policy or supplier rules, unused services may not be refundable.

Any additional costs caused by the behaviour, including alternative accommodation, transport, supplier charges, missed services or additional administration, are the responsibility of the customer or traveller to the extent permitted by law.

Refund outcomes will be handled under our Cancellation and Refunds Policy, supplier terms and applicable law.

8. Reporting concerns

If you experience or witness unsafe, disrespectful or inappropriate behaviour connected with a Jadewind Travel service, please contact us at info@jadewindtravel.com.au as soon as practical.

If there is immediate danger, contact local emergency services, police, hotel security, your tour guide or the relevant supplier first.

9. Changes to this Policy

We may update this policy from time to time by publishing or providing a new version. The updated version will apply from the date stated in the policy.

Contact

Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd
Website: www.jadewindtravel.com.au
Email: info@jadewindtravel.com.au

Travel Guides Disclaimer Policy

1. About this Disclaimer

This Travel Guides Disclaimer Policy applies to travel guides, blog posts, destination pages, checklists, itinerary ideas, downloadable PDFs, maps, app suggestions and other travel information published or supplied by Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd.

These materials are provided to help with general travel planning. They are not a complete travel risk assessment and are not a substitute for checking current official information and supplier conditions.

2. General information only

Our travel guides and destination resources are general information only. They are not legal, immigration, medical, safety, financial, insurance or professional advice.

You should make your own decisions based on your personal circumstances, travel dates, health, mobility, budget, insurance, risk tolerance and official requirements.


3. Information may change

Travel conditions can change without notice. This includes:

  • Prices, opening hours, ticket rules and availability

  • Transport routes, train times, flight schedules and transfer arrangements

  • Visa, passport, entry, transit, customs and health requirements

  • Local laws, payment methods, apps and technology requirements

  • Weather, seasonal conditions, closures and safety conditions

  • Hotel, attraction, tour operator and supplier policies

  • Government travel advice and emergency information

We may update guides from time to time, but we do not guarantee that every guide or page will always be current, complete or error-free.

4. Your responsibility to verify details

Before booking, departing or relying on guide content, you should verify important details with official government sources, embassies or consulates, airlines, hotels, tour operators, transport providers, attraction operators, insurers and other relevant authorities.

You are responsible for ensuring that you meet passport, visa, entry, transit, health, vaccination, insurance and local legal requirements.

5. Third-party providers and links

Guides may mention or link to third-party providers, apps, maps, booking platforms, attractions, restaurants, hotels, transport services or other resources.

We do not control third-party providers and are not responsible for their prices, availability, service quality, safety, accuracy, cancellations, delays, policies, website security or privacy practices.

Unless we expressly state otherwise in writing, a mention or link is provided for general convenience and does not guarantee suitability or availability.

6. No guarantee of outcomes

Travel experiences are affected by personal preferences, weather, crowds, health, mobility, budget, supplier operations, language barriers, local rules and events outside our control.

We do not guarantee that a destination, itinerary, attraction, restaurant, hotel, tour, route, app or travel method will suit every traveller or produce a particular outcome.

Some decorative elements on this website (including menu icons, card backgrounds, and certain illustrations) are generated using artificial intelligence. All images of tours, accommodations, and customer-facing itineraries remain genuine photographs. For any booking-critical visual information, please refer to the real images provided.

7. Health, safety and insurance

You should consider your own health, mobility and safety needs before following a guide or itinerary suggestion.

For medical, accessibility, dietary, safety or insurance decisions, you should seek advice from relevant qualified professionals, insurers, official sources and suppliers.

We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance suited to your destination, activities, health circumstances and cancellation risks.

8. Intellectual property

Our guides, itineraries, checklists, layouts, text, graphics, research, supplier information, recommendations, planning resources, and all associated content are owned by or licensed to Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd unless otherwise stated. All rights are reserved.

8.1 Personal, non-commercial use only

You may use our guides and planning resources for personal, non-commercial travel planning only.

You must not copy, reproduce, resell, upload, distribute, modify, republish, scrape, or commercially exploit our guides or any part thereof without our prior written permission.

Short excerpts may be shared for non-commercial purposes with clear credit to Jadewind Travel and a direct link to the original source. This permission may be withdrawn at any time if the use is misleading, excessive, commercial, or harmful to our brand.

8.2 Custom itineraries and purchased planning materials (Important

When you purchase a custom itinerary, planning package, research task, or booking support service, we grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable licence to use the itinerary and associated materials for your personal travel planning only.

You may not:

  • Use the itinerary, research, recommendations, supplier information, or any part thereof to book directly with suppliers (including but not limited to hotels, airlines, tour operators, transfer providers, and attractions) without engaging Jadewind Travel's booking services

  • Share, distribute, or sell the itinerary or planning materials to any third party

  • Reproduce, republish, or post the itinerary or planning materials on any website, social media platform, forum, or public space

  • Use the itinerary or planning materials for any commercial purpose or to create competing products

8.3 Unauthorised use and enforcement

If you use a Jadewind Travel itinerary or planning materials to book directly with suppliers without engaging our booking services, you:

  • Acknowledge that you have deprived Jadewind Travel of legitimate booking commissions earned through our professional services

  • Agree that Jadewind Travel may invoice you for the reasonable value of the lost booking commissions, calculated as the commission we would have earned had the booking been made through us (typically 10% to 25% of the total package cost, depending on the supplier and package type)

  • Agree that Jadewind Travel may take legal action to recover lost commissions, damages, and any legal costs incurred

Nothing in this clause limits any other rights or remedies available to Jadewind Travel under law or equity.

8.4 Free guides and public content

For free guides, blog posts, or publicly available content (not purchased), you may:

  • Download and print a reasonable number of copies for personal, non-commercial use

  • Share links to our free content on social media or your personal website with proper credit to Jadewind Travel

You may not use free content to create competing products, sell access to our free content, or remove our branding or copyright notices.

8.5 No transfer of ownership

Nothing in this disclaimer transfers ownership of any intellectual property from Jadewind Travel to you. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

9. Limitation of responsibility

To the maximum extent permitted by law, we are not responsible for loss, injury, damage, delay, cancellation, extra cost or disappointment arising from reliance on general guide content, third-party information, supplier decisions, government changes or events outside our control.

Nothing in this disclaimer limits any rights or remedies that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law or any other applicable law.

10. Changes to this Disclaimer

We may update this disclaimer from time to time by publishing or providing a new version. The updated version will apply from the date stated in the policy.

Contact

Jadewind Travel Pty Ltd
Website: www.jadewindtravel.com.au
Email: info@jadewindtravel.com.au