Align Your Vacation with Your Career Success

Last Updated: November 2024

1. Service Agreement

By engaging Vacation Alignment Shop LLC ("Company", "we", "us"), you ("Client") agree to these terms for professional career and vacation planning services.

2. Professional Services

We provide strategic vacation planning, career alignment consulting, executive retreat design, and related professional development services. All services are provided by certified career strategists and industry professionals.

3. Client Responsibilities

• Provide accurate information about career goals and preferences
• Participate actively in the consultation process
• Make final decisions about vacation and career choices
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations

4. Payment Terms

Consultation fees are due upon service delivery. Corporate programs require 50% deposit. Refunds available within 14 days with written notice.

5. Professional Standards

Our services comply with International Coach Federation (ICF) standards and Career Development Institute (CDI) guidelines. We maintain professional liability insurance and adhere to industry best practices.

6. Limitation of Liability

Our liability is limited to the fees paid for services. We provide strategic guidance but clients make independent decisions about career and travel choices.

7. Intellectual Property

Our methodologies, frameworks, and materials are proprietary. Clients receive usage rights for personal application but may not redistribute or commercialize our content.

8. Termination

Either party may terminate services with 30 days written notice. Completed work remains billable upon termination.

9. Governing Law

These terms are governed by New York State law. Disputes resolved through binding arbitration in New York County.

Contact for Legal Questions

For questions about these terms, contact: [email protected]

Last Updated: November 2024

1. Information We Collect

We collect information you provide directly, including:

• Contact information (name, email, phone)
• Professional details (company, position, career goals)
• Vacation preferences and travel history
• Communication records and service feedback

2. How We Use Your Information

• Provide personalized vacation alignment services
• Communicate about appointments and programs
• Improve our services and develop new offerings
• Comply with legal and regulatory requirements

3. Information Sharing

We do not sell personal information. Limited sharing occurs with:

• Service providers (travel partners, venue coordinators)
• Professional development partners (conference organizers)
• Legal compliance (when required by law)

4. Data Security

We implement industry-standard security measures including encryption, secure servers, and access controls. However, no transmission is 100% secure.

5. Your Rights

You have rights to:

• Access and update your personal information
• Request deletion of your data
• Opt out of marketing communications
• Data portability and correction

6. Cookies and Tracking

We use essential cookies for site functionality and analytics cookies to improve user experience. See our Cookie Policy for details.

7. International Transfers

Data may be processed in countries with different privacy laws. We ensure adequate protection through standard contractual clauses.

8. Children's Privacy

Our services are for professional adults. We do not knowingly collect information from individuals under 18.

9. Policy Updates

We may update this policy with advance notice. Continued use constitutes acceptance of changes.

Privacy Questions

Contact our Data Protection Officer: [email protected]

Last Updated: November 2024

1. What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide better service and understand user preferences.

2. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies (Always Active)

• Session management and security
• Form submission and contact functionality
• Basic site navigation and accessibility

Analytics Cookies (Optional)

• Google Analytics for site usage statistics
• Performance monitoring and optimization
• User behavior analysis for improvements

Marketing Cookies (Optional)

• Personalized content and recommendations
• Social media integration features
• Advertising effectiveness measurement

3. Cookie Management

You can control cookies through:

• Our cookie consent banner preferences
• Browser settings and privacy controls
• Third-party opt-out tools and mechanisms
• Direct contact for specific requests

4. Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use:

• Google Analytics and Google Fonts
• Social media platforms for sharing features
• Payment processors for secure transactions

5. Cookie Retention

• Session cookies: Expire when you close your browser
• Persistent cookies: Remain for specified periods (1-24 months)
• Analytics cookies: Typically retained for 2 years

6. Disabling Cookies

While you can disable cookies, this may limit website functionality. Essential cookies are required for core services.

7. Updates to Cookie Policy

We review this policy regularly and will notify users of significant changes through our website.

Cookie Questions

For cookie-related inquiries: [email protected]

Last Updated: November 2024

1. DMCA Compliance Statement

Vacation Alignment Shop LLC respects intellectual property rights and complies with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA). We respond promptly to valid copyright infringement notices.

2. Copyright Infringement Notification

To file a DMCA takedown notice, provide the following information:

• Physical or electronic signature of copyright owner or authorized agent
• Identification of copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Location of allegedly infringing material on our site
• Your contact information (address, phone, email)
• Good faith statement that use is not authorized
• Statement that information is accurate and you're authorized to act

3. Designated DMCA Agent

Legal Department
Vacation Alignment Shop LLC
425 Park Avenue, Suite 1204
New York, NY 10022
Email: [email protected]
Phone: +1 (212) 555-0147

4. Counter-Notification Process

If you believe content was wrongly removed, you may file a counter-notification including:

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of removed material and its location
• Good faith statement that removal was due to mistake or misidentification
• Your contact information and consent to jurisdiction

5. Repeat Infringers

We maintain a policy of terminating accounts of users who are repeat copyright infringers in appropriate circumstances.

6. Safe Harbor Provisions

We qualify for DMCA safe harbor protections as we:

• Have no actual knowledge of infringing activity
• Act expeditiously to remove infringing content
• Have designated an agent for receiving notifications
• Have implemented a repeat infringer policy

7. Good Faith Requirement

All DMCA notices must be made in good faith. Misrepresentation may result in liability for damages, including attorney fees.

8. Processing Timeline

We typically process valid DMCA notices within 24-48 hours of receipt during business days.

9. Educational Use and Fair Use

We consider fair use principles and may decline takedown requests that appear to target legitimate fair use.

Contact for DMCA Issues

All DMCA-related communications: [email protected]

Last Updated: November 2024

1. GDPR Compliance Overview

Vacation Alignment Shop LLC is committed to protecting the privacy rights of all individuals, including those in the European Union under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

2. Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data under these lawful bases:

• Consent: For marketing communications and optional services
• Contract: To provide requested professional services
• Legitimate Interest: For business operations and service improvement
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

3. Data Subject Rights

Under GDPR, you have these rights:

• Right to Access: Request copies of your personal data
• Right to Rectification: Correct inaccurate personal data
• Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your data
• Right to Restrict Processing: Limit how we use your data
• Right to Data Portability: Receive data in structured format
• Right to Object: Opt out of certain processing activities
• Rights Related to Automated Decision Making: Human review of automated decisions

4. Data Protection Measures

• Encryption in transit and at rest
• Access controls and authentication systems
• Regular security assessments and updates
• Staff training on data protection principles
• Incident response and breach notification procedures

5. International Data Transfers

When transferring data outside the EU, we ensure adequate protection through:

• Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission
• Partners with adequate data protection frameworks
• Binding Corporate Rules where applicable

6. Data Retention Periods

• Client service records: 7 years after service completion
• Marketing communications: Until consent withdrawn
• Website analytics: 26 months maximum
• Financial records: As required by law (typically 7 years)

7. Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe we have not handled your data appropriately.

8. Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer:

Email: [email protected]
Address: Data Protection Officer
Vacation Alignment Shop LLC
425 Park Avenue, Suite 1204
New York, NY 10022, USA

9. Breach Notification

We maintain procedures to detect, report, and investigate personal data breaches within 72 hours as required by GDPR.

10. Regular Compliance Reviews

We conduct regular assessments of our data processing activities and update our practices to maintain GDPR compliance.