​​Included in Basic Tour Price:

• Airfare (economy class) from the tour starting point - Kansas City

• Hotel rooms - double occupancy (All Superior 4 stars or similar hotels)

• Meals: While in Israel, all breakfasts and all dinners (lunch will be the only meal for which you will need to pay)

• Transportation - All tours/transfers by private modern tourist coach with driver and Wi-Fi

• Tour guide - Services of English-speaking licensed tourist guide plus earpiece for tourists to hear the guide

• Entrance fees - Fees to all sites visited

• Daily tips for guide, tour bus driver, hotel porters, boat captains, dining staff, etc.

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Not Included in the Basic Price:

• Passport fee (you must secure a passport with expiration date at least 6 months after trip return date)

• Lunches while in Israel (Average is $17-$21/person except St. Peter’s fish averages $25-$28/person)

• Additional fee of approximately $825 if staying individually in a hotel room and not double occupancy. (For travelers with three guests in one hotel room, reduce each person’s cost by approximately $37/person.)

• Insurance - International health insurance is recommended. Trip cancellation insurance is optional. Contact your insurance broker for details.

• All personal items, souvenirs, etc.

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GROUP TRIP PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT

 

This Agreement is made between Kendell and Tracy Hale (hereinafter "Tour Organizers") and the undersigned participant (hereinafter "Participant").

 

The Participant acknowledges and agrees to the following terms and conditions regarding their participation in the Israel trip scheduled from December 30, 2025 to January 10, 2026:

 

1. Acknowledgment of Role and Limitation of Liability

Kendell and Tracy Hale act solely as independent organizers and facilitators for this group trip. They are not tour operators, travel agents, or common carriers. The Tour Organizers shall not be held responsible or liable for any and all:

Delays, inconveniences, or missed connections incurred by any person in connection with any means of transportation (air, land, or sea), accommodation, or activity.Loss, damage, or theft of personal property, including but not limited to baggage, at any time during the trip, whether in transit, at accommodations, or during activities.Injury, illness, death, emotional distress, or any other physical or psychological harm to person, regardless of cause.Losses, damages, or expenses arising from any event beyond the reasonable control of the Tour Organizers, including but not limited to acts of God (e.g., natural disasters, pandemics), war, terrorism, civil unrest, strikes, government actions, or any default, negligence, or breach of contract by any third-party agency, supplier, or service provider (e.g., airlines, hotels, transportation companies, activity providers).Errors or omissions in information provided by third-party suppliers.

The Participant understands that the Tour Organizers have relied on information provided by third-party suppliers and cannot independently verify the safety, quality, or reliability of services provided by such third parties.

 

2. Itinerary Alterations and Cancellations

The Tour Organizers reserve the absolute right, at their sole discretion, to:

Substitute the type of aircraft, date of departure, alter the routing, or change any scheduled means of transportation.Alter, modify, or reschedule the itinerary, accommodations, activities, or arrangements at any time for any reason whatsoever, including but not limited to unforeseen circumstances, safety concerns, or changes in supplier availability.Cancel any tour or portion thereof for the entire air or land itinerary, or for any individual participant, at any time before or during the trip.

In the event of any alteration or cancellation, any additional expenses incurred shall be borne solely by the Participant. The Tour Organizers shall have no liability for any additional costs, losses, or damages incurred by the Participant as a result of such alterations or cancellations.

 

3. Participant Conduct and Removal

The Tour Organizers reserve the right to decline to accept or to retain, at any time, any person as a participant in any tour if, in their sole judgment, the participant's conduct is disruptive, detrimental to the enjoyment of other participants, poses a risk to themselves or others, or violates any laws or regulations. In such an event, the participant will be responsible for all costs associated with their removal from the trip and their return transportation, and no refund will be issued.

 

4. No Refunds for Voluntary Absences or Unused Services

No refund will be made for voluntary absences from any portion of the tour, for any reason, including but not limited to illness, personal emergency, or desire to pursue independent activities. Participants must inform the Tour Organizers if they intend to deviate from the scheduled itinerary. However, such notification does not entitle the Participant to any refund for unused services.

 

5. Rates and Surcharges

All schedules and rates contained herein are subject to change without prior notice. Rates are also subject to increases due to, but not limited to, dollar devaluation, governmentally-imposed increases of any nature, fuel surcharges, foreign exchange rate fluctuations, or increases levied by third-party suppliers. Any such increases will be the responsibility of the Participant and must be paid prior to or during the trip as requested by the Tour Organizers.

 

6. Baggage and Personal Belongings

Baggage and all personal belongings are at the owner's sole risk at all times. The Tour Organizers and any transport or conveyance company provided shall have no liability for loss, damage, or theft of baggage or personal belongings, especially during times passengers are not on the particular conveyance.

 

7. Contract with Conveyance Companies

Each ticket or coupon issued and the passage contract in use when issued by any conveyance company (e.g., airline, bus company, cruise line) constitutes the sole contract between the individual Participant and that specific conveyance company. The Tour Organizers are not parties to these contracts and have no liability or responsibility related to them.

 

8. Medical and Health Considerations

The Participant acknowledges that they are solely responsible for assessing their own medical and physical fitness for the trip activities and for ensuring they have appropriate medical insurance coverage. The Tour Organizers are not responsible for providing medical care or assistance.

 

9. Assumption of Risk

The Participant understands and acknowledges that travel, especially international travel, inherently involves certain risks and dangers, including but not limited to: accidents, illnesses, disease exposure, adverse weather conditions, political instability, criminal activity, and the unpredictable actions of others. By signing this agreement, the Participant voluntarily assumes all risks associated with their participation in the trip, including the risk of injury, illness, death, property damage, and financial loss.

 

10. Release and Indemnification

In consideration for being permitted to participate in this group trip, the Participant, on behalf of themselves, their heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, hereby releases, waives, discharges, and covenants not to sue Kendell and Tracy Hale, their agents, employees, and representatives (hereinafter "Released Parties") from any and all claims, demands, actions, causes of action, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including attorney's fees) of any nature whatsoever, whether known or unknown, arising out of or in any way connected with the Participant's participation in the trip, including but not limited to, those arising from the negligence of the Released Parties or any third party.   

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The Participant further agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from and against any and all claims, demands, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including attorney's fees) incurred by the Released Parties as a result of the Participant's actions, omissions, negligence, or breach of this Agreement.   

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11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of [Insert Your State Here, e.g., Florida], without regard to its conflict of laws principles. Any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in [Insert Your County and State Here, e.g., Dade County, Florida].   

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12. Severability

If any provision of this Agreement is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.   

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13. Entire Agreement

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Participant and the Tour Organizers concerning the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior and contemporaneous agreements and understandings, whether written or oral.   

 

I have read, understood, and agree to all the terms and conditions outlined above. I acknowledge that I am signing this agreement voluntarily and intend for it to be a complete and unconditional release of all liability to the greatest extent permitted by law.

Typing my full name as my signature in the registration link indicates that I understand and accept the above.