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Terms & Conditions – Blue Marine Skippered Private Charters Effective Date: July 2025 These Terms & Conditions apply to all skippered charter services provided by Blue Marine (“the Company”) in Greek territorial waters. By confirming a booking, the client (“Charterer”) agrees to abide by the following terms, which are governed by Greek Law 4256/2014 on recreational marine tourism. 1. Booking & Payment All charters require a deposit of 50% of the total charter fee, which must be paid within three (3) calendar days of written booking confirmation. The remaining 50% must be paid no later than ten (10) calendar days before the scheduled departure. The booking is only considered confirmed once the deposit has been received. If the final balance is not received on time, the Company reserves the right to cancel the booking without notice or refund. All payments are non-refundable under any circumstances, except in the case of cancellation by the Company due to safety concerns or operational inability. Prices include VAT and local taxes unless otherwise stated. 2. What’s Included The charter fee covers exclusive use of the selected vessel, the services of a professional licensed skipper, certified safety gear, and insurance coverage for the boat and guests. Fuel is included for day cruises and transfers; for multi-day charters, fuel is charged based on actual consumption. Guests may enjoy access to all included equipment on board, such as snorkel gear, SUP boards, and premium sea scooters. Optional extras, such as gourmet meals, alcoholic beverages, or onboard photographers, are available by advance request at an additional cost. 3. Security Deposit and Damage Responsibility For skippered charters, no advance security deposit is required. However, the Charterer remains liable for any damage caused to the vessel, its equipment, or third parties due to negligence, misuse, or willful misconduct by the Charterer or any guest in their party. If such damage occurs, the Charterer agrees to cover the repair or replacement cost up to the level of the insurance deductible. The vessel is insured for hull damage, third-party liability, and personal safety while onboard. The insurance does not cover personal belongings or injuries resulting from reckless guest behavior. The Charterer is strongly advised to obtain personal travel insurance for loss, medical emergencies, or trip disruptions. Any items lost or broken by guests during the charter must be reported and settled before disembarkation. 4. Cancellations, Rescheduling & Weather In the event the Charterer cancels the booking for any reason, no refund will be issued. If the Company is forced to cancel the charter due to severe weather, mechanical failure, or other safety-related concerns, the Charterer will be offered either a full refund or the opportunity to reschedule to a later available date. The final decision on sea and weather conditions rests solely with the skipper and/or the local port authorities. No refund is given if a guest fails to show up, arrives more than thirty minutes late without notice, or cancels due to personal or travel reasons. Requests to modify the date of the charter are accepted only in writing and must be submitted at least five (5) calendar days prior to the scheduled departure. Rescheduling is subject to vessel availability and does not guarantee the same price or itinerary. No rescheduling is permitted less than five days before departure unless the Company agrees in writing. 5. Operation & Navigation All Blue Marine charters are skippered. The skipper has full authority over the vessel and itinerary and is responsible for all safety and operational decisions during the trip. While guests are not permitted to operate the vessel without consent, a guest who holds a valid speedboat license may be allowed to co-operate the vessel under direct supervision, provided it is deemed safe and agreed by the skipper. This allowance is at the skipper’s sole discretion and must occur in safe, open-sea conditions. At all times, the skipper remains legally and operationally in control of the vessel. Itinerary changes may occur due to weather, port restrictions, or safety concerns. Inaccessible destinations do not entitle the Charterer to compensation or refund. The skipper may alter the route, cancel planned stops, or return to port early if conditions warrant. All such decisions are final and made in the interest of guest safety and vessel preservation. 6. Guest Conduct The Charterer is responsible for the behavior of all guests onboard. All passengers must follow safety instructions issued by the crew. Dangerous, disruptive, or intoxicated behavior will not be tolerated and may result in early termination of the charter without refund. Children must be supervised at all times. Smoking is permitted only in designated areas, and moderate alcohol consumption is allowed at the skipper’s discretion. Small pets are permitted onboard only with advance notice and approval. Any unlawful conduct, including drug possession, environmental violations, or harassment of crew members, will result in immediate disembarkation at the nearest safe port and may be reported to the local authorities. In such cases, the Charterer remains liable for the full charter fee and any additional damages caused. 7. Insurance & Liability All Blue Marine vessels are insured in accordance with Greek maritime law, covering civil liability, passenger safety, and hull damage. The Company is not liable for personal injuries resulting from failure to follow safety instructions, or for any loss or damage to guest property during the charter. The Charterer agrees to indemnify the Company and its personnel for any claims arising from the misconduct or negligence of the Charterer or their guests. The Charterer is encouraged to obtain comprehensive travel insurance to cover cancellations, accidents, and unforeseen events. The Company will assist in providing any necessary documentation for insurance claims resulting from weather-related cancellations or interruptions due to force majeure. 8. Legal Framework These Terms are governed by Greek Law 4256/2014 and all applicable maritime safety regulations. Any legal disputes shall fall under the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Heraklion, Crete. No verbal agreement or communication may override these Terms unless confirmed in writing by the Company.