Terms and Conditions
Cancellation
OSCATT reserves the right to cancel any trip due to inadequate enrollment or other cause that makes the trip unfeasible for us to operate but will inform you at least 30 days prior to departure. In such a case, a full travel credit toward a future trip or refund cost is given.
In any event, OSCATT will provide alternative travel dates for a postponed trip. If a refund is sought, only recoverable funds will be provided. OSCATT is not responsible for additional expenses incurred by members preparing for the trip (e.g., non-refundable Advance Purchase air tickets, visa fees if applicable, clothing, equipment, or medical expenses).
If a trip is cancelled or postponed due to force majeure (war, labor strikes, earthquakes, flooding, epidemic, a major world event adversely affecting international travel patterns, etc.), OSCATT will provide a travel credit or refund recoverable funds
Cancellation fees and refunds
At the time we receive written notice that you must cancel your trip, the following fees will apply (all dates are from departure date):
95 days prior to trip departure 0% of Cost
94 to 61 days prior to trip departure 25% of Cost
60 to 31 days prior to trip departure 50% of Cost
30 days or less prior to trip departure 100% of Cost
Baggage
OSCATT assumes no liability for loss or damage to baggage in transit to and from a trip or while on a trip.
Medical & Health
It is vital that persons with medical problems make them known to us well before departure. The trip leader has the right to disqualify anyone at any time during the trip. Refunds are not given under such circumstances. OSCATT assumes no liability regarding provision of medical care at the destination country.
Release from Liability
All participants must agree and sign on the release of liability agreement.
Transfers
You may transfer one time to another trip without a fee up to 95 days before departure. Requests to transfer from one trip to another within 94 days of departure are subject to the Cancellation Fees outlined above