1. I understand that the trip may involve air and other travel to and from my home to Israel as well as tours by bus or car, sightseeing and a variety of other planned and unplanned activities in Israel and the territories. I am aware that the U.S. Department of State regularly issues travel warnings and travel alerts about travel to Israel and the territories and that these warnings and alerts are available on the website of the US Department of State: http://travel.state.gov/content/passports/english/country/israel.html. I have read, or have had the opportunity to read, these U.S. Department of State travel warnings and travel alerts, and I understand the security risks inherent to such travel, and I assume such risks.
2. Notwithstanding any security arrangements that may be made by Jewish National Fund or any other party, I understand that JNF does not guarantee the personal safety and property of participants while they are participating in the JNF program or any other program-related activities, including airline travel, ground transportation, meals, lodging, recreational activities and other events. I hereby affirm that my participation in this tour is voluntary and that I am aware of the risks related with traveling overseas, and I agree to abide by the security directives issued during the course of the tour.
3. I understand that Jewish National Fund strongly discourages participants on the trip from making or participating in excursions or day trips separate and apart from those arranged, planned or provided for by JNF, and should I choose to do so, I acknowledge that I will be doing so at my own risk and all of the described waivers of responsibility and releases from liability apply to such circumstances. I further acknowledge that JNF is not responsible for me if I choose to extend my stay in Israel before or after the organized JNF program.
4. The tour program demands participants to be in stable physical and mental health, and confident in their ability to undertake all activities reflected in the itinerary. It is required that physical disabilities of any kind be advised at the time of registration. It is understood that participants requiring special attention or treatment will be traveling with a companion. I hereby confirm that I have consulted my physician within the last 6 months, and that physician has advised me that I am in good health and fit for extended travel, including the venues and activities chosen for this trip.
5. I acknowledge and agree that JNF and its affiliates, employees, officers and their successors shall have no responsibility or liability to me or any member of my family for personal injury, death, property loss or damage or any other loss or damage resulting or alleged to result from their negligence or breach of contract in connection with the trip.
6. I understand that JNF relies on independent contractors to provide services for this trip, including air and ground transportation, food, lodging, meeting facilities and other services. I understand and agree that all receipts and tickets issued by independent contractors are subject to terms and conditions specified by the independent contractors. I also understand that JNF is not responsible for any negligence of those independent contractors and/or their employees.
7. I acknowledge that the personal data I share with Jewish National Fund, such as my name, address and passport information, will be used by JNF to organize and facilitate my trip. I acknowledge that this may require my data to be shared with third parties, such as travel providers. I acknowledge that for these purposes my information may be transferred to, or stored or processed in, other countries which may have different levels of data protection or privacy laws.
8. I hereby grant permission to Jewish National Fund and its affiliates and agents, to reproduce, publish, distribute, publicly display, publicly perform, and/or create derivative works (adaptations) of my name, bio, statements, photographs, video, or any other form of media, without limitation. I consent to JNF allowing representatives of media organizations to request my participation in media interviews, although I have no obligation to accept participation in media interviews. Unless otherwise protested, I hereby waive any right to inspect or approve the finished media product that may be used now or in the future, whether that use is known to me or unknown, and I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising from or related to the use of the media. I hereby agree to release and discharge JNF from and against any claims, damages or liability arising from or related to the use of the media.
9. I understand and agree that the laws of the State of New York will govern any dispute arising from my participation in this trip, whether arising in contract, tort, or some other body of law, whether brought by me or anyone claiming a right derived from me, as well as the interpretation of this agreement without giving effect to any conflicts of laws rules which may result in the application of the laws of any other jurisdiction.
10. Code of Conduct: Jewish National Fund reserves the right to dismiss any participant should their behavior conflict with the code of conduct required during a JNF tour. I agree to abide by the code of conduct set forth by the JNF staff member(s) and/or travel service representatives before and throughout the duration of a tour. I confirm that all information I have provided on this application is accurate and thorough. I affirm that I am in sufficient health to participate in this tour and that I do not have any medical condition which would inhibit or prevent my full participation unless otherwise advised at time of registration.
Payment Terms and cancelation policy:
A $500 deposit is required at time of registration, and is non-refundable.
Final payment will be made within 60 days prior to departure.
If a cancellation is requested more than 60 days prior to departure, the tour operator reserves the right to withhold the registration fee.
If the cancellation is made giving less than 60 days but more than 45 days of notice, the tour operator withholds $1,000 of the price of the tour.
If the cancellation is made giving less than 45 days but more than 15 days of notice, the tour operator withholds $1,500 of the price of the tour.
If a cancellation is made giving less than 15 days of notice, the entire fare becomes non-reimbursable.