Booking Terms and Conditions
Introduction
itravel franchise group is an ATAS accredited Travel Agent and a member of ATIA and IATA. itravel Sutherland is a member of the itravel franchise group.
We sell and facilitate various travel arrangements and services on behalf of our Principals. Our principals are airlines, tour operators, hotels, cruise lines, other transport operators, other accommodation providers and other principal suppliers. References to “us”, “we” and/or “our” in these booking terms and conditions shall mean itravel. We may receive fees, commissions, gifts or financial incentives from our Principals under this contract.
Payment
Once a booking is confirmed, payment must be received within the payment deadline as advised by your itravel agent. Failure to pay for tickets or other travel documents within the deadline will result in automatic cancellation of the booking. Payments are accepted by direct deposit, cheque or by credit card. Some travel bookings may not be payable with a credit card. Please check with your itravel agent. In some circumstances your credit card will be charged by the Principal/Wholesaler. You authorise us to pass on your credit card details to the Principal.
Credit Card
When your credit card is processed by itravel you agree to not have your payment ‘charged back’ or reversed by your credit card provider where the services have been provided. itravel uses the provider “TravelPay” to process some credit cards payments online. TravelPay is a secure online payment portal. Please follow this link to make a payment - https://pay.travelpay.com.au/itravhurs.
Once your payment is processed you will receive a receipt from TravelPay.
Credit Card Surcharges
Credit card payments will incur a surcharge. Mastercard and Visa incur a 1.4% surcharge and American Express will incur 3% surcharge. International Credit Cards 3% Surcharge. You authorise us to charge all fees incurred by you in relation to the services provided to the credit card designated by you. If payment is not received from the card issuer or its agents for any reason, you agree to pay us all amounts due immediately on demand.
Bank Details
Global Travel Group Pty Ltd Trading as Itravel Sutherland Commonwealth Bank
BSB: 062 259 ACC: 1045 3727
Enter your SURNAME as the reference
Travel Insurance
Without travel insurance you and/or your family are personally liable for covering any medical and associated costs you may incur while travelling. We strongly recommend you take out a full coverage travel insurance policy at the time you pay for your booking. All itravel agents are FSR compliant and can recommend a policy to suit your needs. It is your responsibility to read and fully understand the Product Disclosure Statement of your insurer. Be sure to request a quote from your consultant.
Disclosure Authorisation
In the event that a natural disaster or other emergency is reported to have occurred in a country where you may be visiting at that time, you authorise itravel to disclose the details of your itinerary and contact details to the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.
Passports and Visa Requirements
All travellers must have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity beyond the period of intended stay. Some countries require a longer validity. Permanent residents travelling on a foreign passport must hold a Resident Return Visa to re-enter Australia. We recommend that you check the entry requirements of the countries you plan to visit or transit, including all visa requirements, with the relevant foreign embassy or consulate. If you are NOT travelling on an Australian Passport, please inform us immediately. It is your responsibility to ensure all names as per passport to your travel agent. Incorrect names will incur cancellation and/or amendment fees.
Health Requirements and Vaccinations
Some countries require you to be vaccinated against specific infection and/or diseases including but not limited to COVID-19. You should familiarise yourself with airline and other service providers’ COVID requirements which may include but not limited to providing proof of full COVID-19 vaccination, the requirement to wear masks during travel and/or adhering to border control requirements.
We recommend that you consult with your doctor or specialist vaccination clinic before commencing your
travel. General health advice for the destination you wish to visit is also available at the Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade website: smarttraveller.gov.au.
Prices
All prices are subject to availability and can be withdrawn or varied without notice. The price is only guaranteed once paid for in full by you. Price changes can occur between the time you make a reservation and the date of full payment. Factors influencing price changes can be currency fluctuations, fuel surcharges, taxes and other provider increases outside of our control.
The Global Travel Group Pty Limited cannot be held responsible for any increases in airfares or other adjustments in price imposed by third parties (i.e. hotels, airlines etc), which may occur between now, and your date of travel. However, prompt payment by the due dates may often avoid any price increases, which are subject to change (even until the date of departure) without notice until final payment has been received. No additional charges will apply upon receipt of final payment except for any Government charges and taxes.
Schedule of Fees
itravel Deposits
Domestic: $45.00 per person
International: $100.00 per person
These are payable in addition to any deposit required by Tour Operators or Wholesalers. All deposits are non-refundable in the event of cancellation
Consultation and Itinerary Preparation
Initial Consultation: $95.00 per hour
Itinerary Preparation: $150.00
Consultation and preparation fees are deducted from the final account for bookings over $5500 (excluding airfares)
Online Booking Fee $35.00 per person
Frequent Flyer Redemption bookings
Domestic: $55.00 per person + taxes
International: $100.00 per person + taxes
Visa Processing Fee $45.00 per person per Consulate
Amendments
Domestic ticket reissue: $55.00 per person + airline fees International ticket reissue: $75.00 per person + airline fees
Hotel & car hire changes: $15.00 per amendment + any operator fees Name changes: $75.00 per person + airline fees
Cancellations
Domestic: $100.00 per person + airline/operator fees
International: $200.00 per person + airline / operator fees All booking fees are non-refundable in the event of cancellation
It is itravel’s policy that we are not in a position to refund any commissions we have earned which incurred our time in arranging your travel and holiday plans. Commission earned covers our general running costs like every other business and includes systems charges, fraud protection, server hosting, utility bills and other overheads.
Refunds
If you cancel your travel arrangements and a refund is due, the refund will be made available to you once we receive the monies from the principal involved. In some cases, you may not be able to claim a refund.
Each Service Provider may have their own terms and conditions applicable to your travel arrangements. It is important that you read and understand these for each of your bookings.
If your airline or other service provider cancels your trip you may be offered a voucher or credit which may entitle you to take the flight, tour or other service at a later date. A rebooking fee or service fee may apply.
Travel Documents
While we have taken great care to check your travel documents, it is important that you review all of the information in the documents including but not limited to, your name, travel dates and other particulars relating to your travel arrangements. Travel documents include (without limitation) airline tickets, hotel vouchers, tour vouchers or any other document (whether in electronic form or otherwise) used to confirm an arrangement with a service provider.
Airport Check In
Photo identification is required for check-in and must MATCH your passport/ID. International - passport and relevant travel documents.
Domestic -Australia - driver's licence or Government Issued Photo ID
Airlines recommend the following minimum check-in times:
International Terminals: 3 hours prior departure Domestic Terminal: 1 hour prior to departure
Schedule Changes
It is important to check your flight times at least 24 hours prior to the departure of each flight as airlines reserve the right to amend their flight schedules.
Force Majeure
Neither Party will be liable for any failure or delay in performing an obligation under this Agreement that is due to any of the following causes, to the extent beyond it's reasonable control: acts of God, accident, riots, war, terrorist act, epidemic, pandemic, quarantine, outbreaks of infectious disease or any other public health crisis, civil commotion, breakdown of communication facilities, natural catastrophes, government acts or omissions, changes in laws or regulations, national strikes, fire, explosion, generalized lack of availability of raw materials or energy. Force Majeure shall not include (a) financial distress nor the inability of wither party to make profit or avoid a financial loss, (b) changes in market prices or conditions, or (c) a party's financial inability to perform obligations hereunder.
Accuracy of Information and Limitation of Liability
itravel does not warrant the accuracy, completeness, or performance of the services offered by the Principals and we will not be liable in the event that you suffer loss, injury or disappointment by reason of any undertakings or failings of any Principal.
itravel accepts no responsibility or liability for any failure or delay on the part of any Principal in providing travel services to you where your booking has been properly processed by itravel; nor is itravel responsible for any acts or omissions of Principals in the course of delivery of such travel services.
HQ by itravel does not promise that hotel images and descriptions of products and services are at any time an exact reflection or presentation of the products and services offered by or available. HQ by itravel disclaims all liabilities or warranties, express or implied, based on any differences of any kind between the descriptions of products and services provided and the actual features of products and services offered by or available.
Complaints
itravel is committed to providing an exceptional customer experience. Our highly trained and experienced consultants are focused on giving value for money with the best possible service. We endeavour to resolve any complaint as quickly and efficiently. You can view our Complaints Handling Policy here. Your feedback is always welcome as we continually strive for excellence.
Your Rights Under Australian Consumer Law
Nothing in our terms and conditions excludes or limits your legal rights under Australian Consumer Law.
These terms and conditions were updated February 2024