Terms

Terms of Service

Last updated: January 1, 2025

1. Introduction and Acceptance

Welcome to Hidden Weekends ("we," "our," or "us"). These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of our website hiddenweekends.com (the "Service"), including all content, features, and services offered through the Service.

By accessing, browsing, or using our Service, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. If you do not agree to these Terms, you may not access or use the Service.

These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement between you and Hidden Weekends. We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time, and such modifications will be effective immediately upon posting on the Service.

2. Description of Service

Hidden Weekends is a travel and lifestyle website that provides:

  • Weekend getaway recommendations and itineraries
  • Travel guides and destination information
  • Travel tips, advice, and resources
  • Affiliate product recommendations
  • Newsletter and email communications
  • User-generated content features

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Service at any time without notice.

3. User Accounts and Registration

While you may browse our Service without creating an account, certain features may require registration. When you create an account, you agree to:

  • Provide accurate, current, and complete information
  • Maintain and update your information to keep it accurate
  • Maintain the security of your password and account
  • Accept responsibility for all activities under your account
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use

We reserve the right to refuse service, terminate accounts, or remove content at our sole discretion.

4. Acceptable Use Policy

You agree to use the Service only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

  • Violate any applicable laws or regulations
  • Transmit or procure the sending of any advertising or promotional material without our prior written consent
  • Impersonate or attempt to impersonate Hidden Weekends, employees, or other users
  • Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use of the Service
  • Use any robot, spider, or other automatic device to access the Service
  • Introduce any viruses, trojan horses, worms, or other malicious code
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the Service
  • Use the Service for any commercial purpose without our express written consent

5. Intellectual Property Rights

The Service and its original content, features, and functionality are and will remain the exclusive property of Hidden Weekends and its licensors. The Service is protected by copyright, trademark, and other laws. Our trademarks and trade dress may not be used in connection with any product or service without our prior written consent.

5.1 User-Generated Content

If you submit, post, or display content on or through the Service, you grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free license to use, reproduce, modify, and distribute such content in connection with the Service.

5.2 DMCA Policy

We respect intellectual property rights and will respond to valid DMCA takedown notices. If you believe your copyrighted work has been used without permission, please contact us at dmca@hiddenweekends.com with the following information:

  • Description of the copyrighted work
  • Location of the allegedly infringing material
  • Your contact information
  • Statement of good faith belief
  • Statement of accuracy under penalty of perjury

6. Travel Information and Disclaimers

Important: All travel information provided on our Service is for informational purposes only and is not guaranteed to be accurate, complete, or current. Travel conditions, prices, hours of operation, and other details may change without notice.

We strongly recommend that you:

  • Verify all information independently before making travel decisions
  • Check official sources and contact venues directly
  • Consider current conditions, weather, and seasonal factors
  • Purchase appropriate travel insurance
  • Follow all applicable laws and regulations

We are not responsible for any loss, injury, or inconvenience sustained by anyone resulting from the use of information contained on our Service.

7. Affiliate Relationships and Advertising

Hidden Weekends participates in various affiliate marketing programs, including the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program. This means we may earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through our affiliate links at no additional cost to you.

We are committed to transparency and will clearly disclose affiliate relationships where required by law. Our editorial content is not influenced by affiliate relationships, and we only recommend products and services we genuinely believe in.

Third-party advertisements may appear on our Service. We are not responsible for the content, products, or services offered by advertisers.

8. Privacy and Data Protection

Your privacy is important to us. Our collection and use of personal information is governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. By using the Service, you consent to the collection and use of information as described in our Privacy Policy.

We comply with applicable data protection laws, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for EU users and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) for California residents.

9. Disclaimers and Limitations of Liability

Service Disclaimer: The Service is provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis. We make no representations or warranties of any kind, express or implied, regarding the Service or its content.

Travel Disclaimer: We are not a travel agency, tour operator, or booking service. We do not provide travel services, make reservations, or guarantee availability of any services mentioned on our Service.

Limitation of Liability: To the fullest extent permitted by law, Hidden Weekends shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, or use, arising out of or relating to your use of the Service.

Force Majeure: We shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance due to circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, war, terrorism, or government actions.

10. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Hidden Weekends and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, damages, obligations, losses, liabilities, costs, or debt, and expenses (including attorney's fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Service
  • Your violation of these Terms
  • Your violation of any third-party rights
  • Any content you submit, post, or transmit through the Service

11. Termination

We may terminate or suspend your account and access to the Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms.

Upon termination, your right to use the Service will cease immediately. All provisions of these Terms that by their nature should survive termination shall survive termination.

12. International Users

If you access the Service from outside the United States, you do so at your own risk and are responsible for compliance with local laws. We make no representation that the Service is appropriate or available for use in other jurisdictions.

13. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the United States, without regard to conflict of law principles.

Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Service shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall be conducted in English and the arbitrator's decision shall be final and binding.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, we may seek injunctive relief in any court of competent jurisdiction to protect our intellectual property rights.

14. Severability and Waiver

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect. Our failure to enforce any right or provision of these Terms will not be considered a waiver of such right or provision.

15. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and any other legal notices published on the Service, constitute the entire agreement between you and Hidden Weekends regarding the Service.

16. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us: