Terms of Use for Distinct Travel
Effective Date: May 5, 2025
1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms
Welcome to Distinct Travel! These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Distinct Travel website distincttravel.co.za (the “Site”), including all information, guides, tips, articles, embedded videos, and other content provided (collectively, the “Service”).
Distinct Travel aims to provide informative, engaging, and practical travel guides, tips, and insights, often supplementing content from our YouTube channel, based on our experiences and research. We are committed to providing valuable resources to assist you in planning your travels.
By accessing or using the Site and Service, you signify that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with these Terms or the Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the Site or Service.
Your use of our Site signifies your agreement and confirms your understanding of the scope and limitations of the information provided, contributing to a transparent and trustworthy relationship.
2. Description of Service
Distinct Travel provides users with access to original content related to travel, including but not limited to:
- Comprehensive destination guides
- Practical travel tips (accommodation, packing, safety, budgeting)
- Advice on tickets and bookings
- Transportation tips and guides
- Supplementary information related to videos published on the Distinct Travel YouTube channel
- Embedded videos from the Distinct Travel YouTube channel
- Our content is based on personal experiences, thorough research, and expertise gathered over time. However, it is intended for informational and inspirational purposes only.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on this Site, including text, graphics, logos, images, guides, articles, blog posts, and the arrangement thereof, as well as embedded videos originating from the Distinct Travel YouTube channel, is the exclusive property of Distinct Travel or its content suppliers and is protected by South African and international copyright laws.
You may access and view the content for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, perform, reproduce, publish, license, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell any information, content, software, products, or services obtained from the Site without the express written permission of Distinct Travel. Unauthorized use signals a disregard for the expertise and effort invested in creating this content.
4. User Conduct
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes. You are prohibited from posting on or transmitting through the Site any unlawful, harmful, threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, vulgar, obscene, sexually explicit, profane, hateful, racially, ethnically, or otherwise objectionable material of any kind. If commenting or interactive features are available, you agree to engage respectfully and constructively. We reserve the right to terminate access for users who violate these standards, ensuring a trustworthy environment for all users.
5. Disclaimers – VERY IMPORTANT
Distinct Travel strives to provide accurate, up-to-date, and helpful travel information, drawing on our experience and expertise. However, the travel landscape (including prices, schedules, safety conditions, visa requirements, health recommendations, entry rules, business operating hours, etc.) changes constantly and rapidly. Therefore, we explicitly disclaim the following:
No Guarantees of Accuracy or Completeness: While we make reasonable efforts to ensure the information is accurate at the time of publication, we make no warranties or representations, express or implied, about the completeness, accuracy, reliability, suitability, or availability with respect to the Site or the information, products, services, or related graphics contained on the Site for any purpose. Information may become outdated or contain errors or omissions. Information is Not Professional Advice: The content provided on the Site is for general informational and inspirational purposes only. It does not constitute professional travel agent advice, legal advice, financial advice, or any other form of professional consultation. Assumption of Risk: Travel involves inherent risks. Any reliance you place on the information provided on this Site is strictly at your own risk. You are solely responsible for verifying any information (such as opening hours, prices, booking requirements, visa rules, safety advisories, health precautions) with official sources before making any travel decisions or purchases. Personal Responsibility: You are responsible for your own travel planning, safety, and decisions. Distinct Travel shall not be liable for any loss, damage, injury, inconvenience, or negative experience resulting from the use of, or reliance on, information presented on this Site. Providing these clear disclaimers is part of our commitment to trustworthiness and transparency, ensuring you understand the nature of the information provided.
6. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law (including the Consumer Protection Act 68 of 2008, where applicable), Distinct Travel, its owner(s), affiliates, contributors, and employees shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to, loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, resulting from: (i) your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Service; (ii) any conduct or content of any third party on the Service; (iii) any content obtained from the Service; and (iv) unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content, whether based on warranty, contract, tort (including negligence), or any other legal theory, whether or not we have been informed of the possibility of such damage.
7. Third-Party Links
The Site may contain links to third-party websites or services that are not owned or controlled by Distinct Travel (e.g., booking sites, official tourism boards, transport providers, affiliate partners). Distinct Travel has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that Distinct Travel shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites or services. We advise you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites or services that you visit.
8. Reference to Privacy Policy
Our commitment to your privacy is paramount for building trust. Please review our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. The Privacy Policy is incorporated by reference into these Terms.
9. Modification of Terms
Distinct Travel reserves the right, at our sole discretion, to modify or replace these Terms at any time. If a revision is material, we will make reasonable efforts to provide notice prior to any new terms taking effect. What constitutes a material change will be determined at our sole discretion. By continuing to access or use our Service after those revisions become effective, you agree to be bound by the revised terms.
10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of South Africa, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree to submit to the non-exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Pretoria, Gauteng, South Africa for the resolution of any disputes.
11. Termination
We may terminate or suspend your access to our Service immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach the Terms.
12. Contact Information
Transparency and accessibility are key to our authoritativeness and trustworthiness. If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us at: info@distincttravel.co.za