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Accommodation &
Equipment
We have attempted to describe in as much detail as possible,
the accommodation on offer on our
website. However, due to the individuality of our
properties, it is almost impossible to cover every detail
appertaining to each one. Furnishings and equipment may be
replaced or updated as the owners/hoteliers think fit and this will
not always be reflected in a photograph or description. In
some properties, the furnishings within the lounge/dining
area may not accommodate all occupants at any one time. Bed
linen and hand/bath towels will be provided but beach/pool
towels are not supplied. The properties featured operate to
their own country’s standards and the safety
standards and regulations overseas may not be of the same
level as those in the U.K.
Assistance in
Resort
Premier Connections understands that you are an independent
traveller and we respect your privacy. As such, our local
representatives/property managers/hoteliers (as indicated on your
Holiday Itinerary) provide an “on demand” service.
Should you require their assistance for whatever reason,
they should be contacted immediately.
Building Work
& the Provision of Supplies
Unfortunately, building work and noise are unavoidable and
as some of our featured resorts are still being developed,
there is a possibility that your accommodation may be
affected by construction/improvement work. Regrettably, such developments are beyond our control and we do not receive
advance notice of when they are to begin. However, if we do
learn of specific development work close to your
accommodation, which is likely to affect your holiday
enjoyment, we will do our best to notify you if there is
time before your departure.
In some resorts the provision of supplies does not always
keep pace with the demands of rapid tourist development so
there can be problems with, for example, electricity and
water supplies, plumbing and drainage. Many of our resorts
can suffer from provision shortages and supplies can be cut
off without warning for varying periods of time. We ask for
your patience and co-operation in such instances, as you
will appreciate that these situations are beyond our
control.
Car Hire
We do not operate any of the car hire companies quoted on our website. As such, we are
not in control of and cannot accept responsibility for any
alterations. In this respect, our liability for alterations
will be limited in the manner provided by the terms and
conditions of the relevant supplier. Copies of these
conditions are available on request and you are bound by
those conditions. You must satisfy yourself as to the rental
conditions, insurance and condition of the car before taking
delivery. All car categories are subject to availability and
we cannot guarantee a specific make/model of car.
Alternative vehicles within the same category may be
supplied if your choice is not available. The car hire
prices quoted include unlimited mileage, C.D.W. and local
taxes. You may be offered additional insurance cover such as
P.A.I on collection of your vehicle; this is optional and
payable locally. You will be required to provide a credit
card to cover any petrol supplied, any excess on the car
insurance or additional rental charges due to late return of
the vehicle. Clients arriving out of office hours may incur
extra charges and these charges may also be
applied to clients who arrive out of office hours due to
flight delays. All intended drivers must take a valid
driving license and some car hire companies may impose a
charge locally for any additional drivers.
Flights
If we have booked flights on your behalf, we are acting as an agent for the flight supplier/tour operator shown on your documents and the terms and conditions of the relevant principal will apply to your flight. Copies of these conditions are available on request and you are bound by those conditions.
Baggage Allowance & Wheelchairs
Generally, luggage allowances are between 15-20kgs per passenger and only one small piece of hand luggage (under 5kg) per person may be taken on the aircraft (infants under 2yrs have no allowance). Some airlines also have a maximum weight limit per bag. However, allowances and restrictions do vary, depending on the airline, so please check your tickets for correct details or contact us if you are unable to find the required information. Please advise us if you intend to carry items such as wheelchairs, surfboards or golf clubs so that we can ask the airline. Carriage of these items (except wheelchairs) cannot be guaranteed and may be charged for.
Help with wheelchairs is available at most airports but you must request this when you book.
Flight Timings & Delays
Flight timings and carriers are subject to change and details given at the time of booking are for guidance purposes only. The latest available flight schedules will be provided with your travel tickets. Timings shown are local and based on the 24hr system. You should check-in at least 2 hours prior to your scheduled departure and we recommend earlier than this to enable you to choose your seats, as these are not always pre-bookable.
From time to time circumstances such as bad weather or mechanical failure can cause delays. If you have taken out the holiday insurance offered by Premier Connections you will be entitled to Travel Delay compensation if the delay on your initial outward or inward flight is 12 hours or more. Please refer to the policy-wording document, which will be sent to you upon payment of the premium. Confirmation of flight delays must be obtained from the airline for insurance claim purposes.
Infants, Children
& Pregnancy
Infants under 2yrs of
age must sit on an adult's lap when flying. Children who are
2yrs or older must have their own aircraft seat and if an
infant turns 2yrs old whilst on holiday, a child's ticket
will need to be purchased for the round trip.
Generally, airline regulations require that a woman 28 weeks or more
into her pregnancy at the date of return travel must have a
doctor’s certificate stating her confinement dates and
confirming her fitness to travel. Travel is not generally
advised and will probably be refused after 32 weeks.
However, regulations do vary depending on the airline so please check with your
Travel Consultant if you have any concerns. Please also note
any restrictions on your travel insurance policy.
In-Flight Meals
Not all airlines provide
in-flight catering and some of those that do, make an
additional charge for this facility. Please check with your
Travel Consultant with regards to your own particular
flight.
Tickets
It is imperative that the
title, Christian name and surname on your flight ticket match those
on your passport.
Health Matters
General standards of safety and hygiene in other countries
differ from those in the U.K. and you should therefore
exercise greater care, particularly with the choice of food
and drink. You should also ensure that children are not left
unsupervised at anytime during your holiday and to be extra
careful with balconies, swimming pools etc.
At the time of publication no compulsory vaccinations or
other health precautions were required for British Citizens
visiting the destinations featured by Premier Connections. If you are not a
British Citizen or require any advice on recommended health
precautions for your holiday (please remember health
regulations are subject to change) you should consult your
doctor (we recommend at least 2 months before departure) for
up to date advice. This is particularly important if you are
pregnant, elderly or taking young children with you. The
Department of Health publish leaflets containing advice for
travellers and these are available free from your doctor,
local DSS office or by telephoning 0870 155 5455.
If you have a disability please check with us, before you
book, that the holiday you have chosen is suitable for you.
Useful links for further
information on health matters and travel advice:
Foreign and Commonwealth Office - www.fco.gov.uk
Department of Health - www.doh.gov.uk
Infants
Cots and Highchairs can be provided at the majority of
accommodation featured and in some instances a rental fee
will be charged (cot linen is not provided). Cots and
highchairs will differ from those in the U.K and travel cots
may be supplied. Please be aware that the safety
standards of cots and highchairs in the country that you are
visiting may not be of the same
level as those in the U.K.
Insects/Animals
Ants and other insects are endemic in warmer climates and
can and do cause an inconvenience. Powders and repellents
will help reduce any problems as will ensuring that kitchen waste is disposed of
properly. Local dogs and cats sometimes roam around
unattended and may cause a disturbance. All these types of
aggravations are unfortunately unavoidable and we therefore
ask for your patience and understanding should they
occur.
Maid Service
Maid service does vary and ranges from preparation only with
an initial provision of linen and towels, to five days a week with linen and towel
changes every two days. Please check with your Travel
Consultant or refer to our website for details of
the service applicable to your particular accommodation.
Should you require additional linen or extra cleaning, this
can usually be arranged before you travel or in the resort, for a
small charge. We do ask that guests ensure that their
accommodation is left clean and tidy on departure, as
charges may be imposed on clients who leave properties in an
unsatisfactory condition.
Nights in
Accommodation and Occupancy
The number of nights stated on your invoice refers to the
number of nights accommodation reserved for you in the
resort. Some holiday flights are night flights and arrive or
depart in the early hours of the morning. On late arrival,
your accommodation is available as it has been reserved for
the whole night and this counts as one of your holiday
nights. The property occupation and vacation times as shown
on your holiday itinerary must be strictly adhered to,
regardless of your flight arrival and departure times.
Passports and
Visas
It is your responsibility to ensure that you have a valid
passport and visa (if applicable). The information given in
this section is valid for British Citizens only. Anyone who
is NOT a British Citizen should consult the Embassy of the
country of destination and the Home Office Immigration
Department for advice on passport and visa requirements.
Each member of your party will need a full ten year passport
which is valid for six months after your return from
holiday. If you need to obtain a new passport you should
apply in good time. It normally takes about 12 weeks to
obtain a passport by post, but this can vary depending upon
which passport office you apply to and the time of year. At
the time of publication visas were not necessary for the
destinations featured on our website. However, regulations
do change, so for up to date information call the passport
office on 0870 521 0410 or visit their website at www.passport.gov.uk.
Personal Safety
Unfortunately, crimes against people and property are a fact
of life throughout the world and you have the same
responsibility for your personal safety and belongings
abroad as you do at home. We therefore advise all clients to
be extra vigilant and to ensure that great care is taken. In
the event that you should lose any items of value whilst on
holiday through theft or otherwise, you must report the
facts immediately to the local police and obtain a written
report in order to pursue any claim through your holiday
insurance.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted inside any of our properties
although guests are welcome to smoke on the outside
balconies, terraces or garden areas.
Sunbeds
Most beaches and some of our holiday complexes/developments
make a charge for the use of sun loungers, mattresses and
parasols. These charges are not included in the cost of your
holiday and, if required, are payable locally.
Satellite/TV/DVD
Some owners have installed in–house entertainment, such as
TV, DVD etc. in their properties.
However, the provision of such equipment is not an integral
part of your accommodation cost, but an additional free item that
may be of use to you. We cannot therefore accept
responsibility for the availability or function of any such
equipment. When a property description includes
satellite/digital TV this may be via one of several systems
and is no guarantee that you will be able to receive all or
any of the channels you would normally view at home. Most
systems (but not all) will receive some English programmes.
A number of our properties are equipped with standard
television, which will only receive local, foreign language
channels.
Special
Requests
Whilst we will endeavour to meet any special requests that
you may have regarding your holiday, it should be understood
that these requirements are not guaranteed and are only
subject to availability. You should not therefore book any
holiday accommodation with Premier Connections if these requests form an
essential requirement of your holiday.
Swimming Pools
(Shared and Private)
There may be occasions when swimming pools have to be closed for repairs, cleaning or other reasons. Regrettably, these matters are beyond our control and we are not always given advanced notice of such closures. However, we will endeavour to keep you informed of any closures that we are made aware of, assuming there is time before your departure.
With private swimming pools, water can become cloudy for various reasons such as blocked filters, adverse weather conditions, frequent use and sun
creams or lotions. In the event of this happening, guests should contact their local representative immediately so that the situation can be assessed and dealt with appropriately. Unfortunately, Premier Connections cannot accept liability for any loss of holiday enjoyment should guests be unable to enjoy the use of their swimming pool, either private or shared, due to mechanical breakdown, filterage or water clarity problems, closure for repairs or cleaning or any other reason.
We would advise all guests to exercise extreme care around swimming pools. Diving is not permitted in any pool and children and non-swimmers must be supervised at all times.
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