Please take the time to review and accept our Release and Cancellation Policy below.
I hereby release and hold harmless Suzanne Kingsbury Gateless Writing Inc. and Emily Pereira, from all liability for personal injury, including death, as well as property damage arising out of my participation in the Gateless Writing Retreat in Santa Teresa, Costa Rica from January 26 - January 31, 2025.
I am aware that illness, injury or accidents are a possibility which may result in incurring costs, expenses, and damages for which I am solely responsible for including, but not limited to, return by air ambulance, or other extraordinary means. I give my consent for immediate care and treatment. I hereby release and agree to indemnify Suzanne Kingsbury for any and all damages, liability or costs resulting from the authorizing medical treatment. I am aware and understand that I should carry my own health insurance.
I personally assume all risks whether foreseen or unforeseen. The risks may include, but are not limited to, those caused by terrain, facilities, temperature, weather, lack of hydration, condition of participants, equipment, vehicular traffic and actions of others, including but not limited to, participants, volunteers, spectators, location staff, coaches, and/or producers of the event.
In the event that any damage to equipment or facilities occurs as a result of my willful actions, neglect or recklessness, I acknowledge and agree to be held liable for any and all costs associated with any actions of neglect or recklessness.
RETREAT CANCELLATION POLICY:
I am aware that I am eligible for a full refund of one hundred percent, six weeks before the retreat or training start date, and a fifty percent refund up to one month before the start date. Fifteen days prior to the retreat or training, there is no refund. However, minus the deposit, fees paid may be applied to another retreat or training attended within two years.
We do not offer credit for arriving late or leaving early. We are not responsible for your expenses incurred in preparation for any canceled retreat, such as airline tickets, loss of work, and/or other costs associated with preparing for your trip. There is no exception to the Cancellation Policy including weather or personal emergencies, flight cancellations or delays. We recommend purchasing Travel Protection Insurance through a qualified agent. If we must cancel a retreat, there will be a one hundred percent refund on all funds received to date. Thank you for understanding and respecting the Cancellation Policy.
