6. Planning / Service Fee Agreement Policy
The Planning or Service Fee Agreement outlines the professional services provided by Dream Adventures with Jess and establishes the non-refundable planning fee required to initiate trip research and coordination.
Policy Statement: Dream Adventures with Jess charges a non-refundable planning fee for all custom travel services. This fee is assessed at the beginning of the planning process and is based on the type and complexity of the trip requested. Examples may include: - Cruises & Standard Resort Vacations - Flat fee (covers consultation, itinerary creation, booking management, and post-booking support - Custom Multi-City or International Trips - Tiered fee depending on number of destinations, travelers, and supplier coordination required. - Group Travel (Weddings, Reunions, Incentive Trips, etc - Fee structured per group size and scope of services needed, including rooming lists and event coordination. - Luxury or Specialty Travel (private tours, adventure packages, etc - Premium planning fee due to advanced supplier research and logistical planning.
The planning fee compensates the agency for: - Research time and professional expertise - Supplier communications and quote management - Development of custom proposals and itineraries - Administrative costs incurred prior to booking
Important Notes: - Planning fees are non-refundable under all circumstances, including client cancellation or failure to book. - Planning fees are separate from supplier deposits or payments and do not apply toward final travel costs.
- Work begins only once the planning fee has been received in full.