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Terms of Use

Last Updated: April 2, 2026

Please read these Terms of Use carefully before using the Website. By using the Website or clicking to accept these terms when the option is available, you accept and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you don’t agree, you must not access or use the Website.

General

This website (the “Site”) is owned and operated by The Travel Tinker (“Company,” “we,” or “us”). By using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use, our Privacy Policy, and any additional terms that may apply to specific sections of the Site or to products and services available through it. Accessing the Site in any manner, whether automated or otherwise, constitutes use of the Site and your agreement to these Terms.

The Site is a travel content website that publishes destination guides, travel tips, itineraries, and related planning resources. The Site also operates a shop section selling physical products, including alcohol advent calendars and other items. The information on this Site is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be treated as professional travel advice.

Orders and Purchases

When you place an order through our shop, you are making an offer to purchase the selected products. We will send you an email confirming the items you’ve ordered. Our acceptance of your order takes place when we dispatch it.

We reserve the right to refuse any order if:

  • The product is out of stock or unavailable
  • We cannot obtain authorisation of your payment
  • There has been a pricing or product description error on the Site
  • The order is to be delivered outside the UK, or to an area where delivery is not feasible
  • The order contains personalised content that is threatening, indecent, obscene, offensive, abusive, discriminatory, or otherwise objectionable
  • We believe the order is intended for commercial resale or other inappropriate use

All products are subject to availability. If we are unable to fulfil your order, we will notify you and issue a full refund.

Alcohol Products

We sell alcohol products (including advent calendars) through our shop. By placing an order for any alcohol product, you confirm that both you and the intended recipient are aged 18 or over. We do not sell alcohol to anyone under 18.

We may request age verification at the point of delivery. If the recipient cannot verify they are 18 or over, the delivery may be refused.

For information about responsible drinking, visit www.drinkaware.co.uk.

Returns, Refunds, and Cancellations

Under the Consumer Contracts Regulations 2013, you have the right to cancel most online orders within 14 days of receiving the goods, without giving a reason. To exercise this right, contact us at [email protected] within the 14-day period.

You must return the product in its original condition and packaging at your own cost. Once we receive the returned item and confirm it’s in resaleable condition, we’ll issue a full refund including the original delivery charge (though we may deduct the cost of return shipping if we arranged collection).

Exceptions: Personalised items and perishable goods (including opened food or drink products) cannot be returned unless faulty.

Faulty or incorrect products: If you receive a product that is faulty, damaged, or not what you ordered, contact us within 30 days at [email protected]. We’ll arrange a replacement or full refund, including any return shipping costs.

Refunds are processed to the original payment method within 14 days of receiving the returned item.

Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use this Site. By using the Site, you confirm that you are 18 or older. If you are under 18, please do not use or access the Site.

Intellectual Property Rights

Unless otherwise stated, all written content, images, graphics, and other materials on this Site are owned by The Travel Tinker and/or our affiliates or licensors, and are protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. The Site is provided for your personal, non-commercial use only.

You may not modify, copy, reproduce, republish, upload, post, translate, sell, create derivative works from, exploit, or distribute any material from the Site without our prior written permission. You may download, print, or share individual pages for non-commercial use, provided you keep all copyright and proprietary notices intact.

Your Licence to Us. By posting or submitting any material to us (including comments, photos, videos, social media posts, or emails), you represent that: (i) you own the material or have the express consent of the owner; and (ii) you are 18 years of age or older. When you submit material, you grant us a royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, worldwide licence to use, copy, modify, distribute, and display that material in any medium for any purpose. This includes the right to identify you as the author by name, email, or screen name as we see fit.

Linking. You may link to the Site provided the link doesn’t state or imply any sponsorship or endorsement by us. You may not frame, inline link, or incorporate any of our content into another website without our prior written permission.

Affiliate Links and Third-Party Services

This Site contains affiliate links. When you click these links and make a purchase or booking, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you. Our affiliate partners include but are not limited to: Booking.com, Trip.com, GetYourGuide, DiscoverCars, Trainline, Rail Europe, BusBud, Welcome Pickups, Airalo, EKTA, and VisitorsCoverage.

We recommend products and services we believe are genuinely useful, but we are not responsible for the quality, safety, or suitability of any third-party product or service. Any transaction you enter into with a third-party provider is solely between you and that provider. We have no liability for any loss, damage, or dissatisfaction arising from third-party services accessed through this Site.

When you click an affiliate link and are directed to a third-party website, that site’s own terms of service and privacy policy apply. We encourage you to read them before making any booking or purchase.

Travel Information Disclaimer

The travel information on this Site (including but not limited to prices, exchange rates, visa requirements, entry rules, travel advisories, transport schedules, and accommodation details) is provided in good faith but may not always be accurate or up to date. Travel conditions, prices, and regulations change frequently, and we cannot guarantee the accuracy of every detail at all times.

You are responsible for verifying all travel information independently before making bookings or travel decisions. We strongly recommend checking official government sources for visa requirements, entry rules, and travel advisories before travelling.

We accept no responsibility for any loss, injury, inconvenience, or expense arising from reliance on information published on this Site. Always check directly with the relevant provider, airline, accommodation, or government body before committing to travel plans.

User Conduct

When using the Site, you agree not to:

  • Use the Site for any unlawful purpose or in violation of any applicable laws
  • Post or transmit any material that is defamatory, offensive, obscene, threatening, or otherwise objectionable
  • Attempt to interfere with the Site’s operation, security, or accessibility
  • Use automated tools (bots, scrapers, crawlers) to access or extract content from the Site without our permission
  • Impersonate any person or entity, or misrepresent your affiliation with any person or entity
  • Upload viruses, malware, or any other harmful code

We reserve the right to remove any user-generated content that violates these terms and to restrict or terminate access for any user who breaches them.

Privacy

Your use of the Site is also subject to our Privacy Policy, which explains how we collect and use your data. By agreeing to these Terms, you also agree to the Privacy Policy.

Accuracy of Information

While we do our best to keep information on the Site accurate, the Site contains a large amount of data and errors will occur. This is particularly true for information that changes frequently, such as prices, exchange rates, event dates, transport schedules, and accommodation availability.

Parts of this Site may contain materials submitted by third parties. Those third parties are responsible for making sure their submissions comply with all applicable laws.

We cannot guarantee the accuracy or reliability of any material on the Site. We disclaim responsibility for any error, omission, or inaccuracy, and for any loss, disappointment, or damage caused by reliance on material published here.

We also can’t accept responsibility for the failure of any third-party service, company, or provider referenced on this Site, including in the event of bankruptcy or cessation of trade.

If you spot inaccurate information, please let us know at [email protected] and we’ll correct it as soon as we can.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Travel Tinker, its owners, affiliates, and contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from your use of (or inability to use) the Site, its content, or any third-party products or services accessed through the Site.

This includes but is not limited to damages arising from errors or omissions in content, loss of data, loss of revenue, personal injury, or property damage.

Nothing in these Terms excludes or limits our liability for: death or personal injury caused by our negligence; fraud or fraudulent misrepresentation; defective products under the Consumer Protection Act 1987; or any other liability that cannot be excluded or limited under English law.

For physical products purchased through our shop, your statutory consumer rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 are not affected by these Terms. If a product is faulty, not as described, or not fit for purpose, you may be entitled to a repair, replacement, or refund.

If you are dissatisfied with the Site or any of its content, your sole remedy is to stop using the Site.

DMCA and Copyright Notices

We respect the intellectual property rights of others. If you believe any material on this Site infringes your copyright, please send a takedown notice to [email protected] including:

  • Your address, telephone number, and email address
  • A description of the copyrighted work you believe has been infringed
  • A description of where the allegedly infringing material is located on the Site
  • A statement that you have a good faith belief the disputed use is not authorised by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
  • An electronic or physical signature of the person authorised to act on behalf of the copyright owner
  • A statement, made under penalty of perjury, that the information in your notice is accurate and that you are the copyright owner or authorised to act on their behalf

Termination

We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to the Site at any time, without notice, for any reason, including breach of these Terms.

Dispute Resolution

If a dispute arises between you and The Travel Tinker, we encourage you to contact us first at [email protected] so we can try to resolve it informally.

If we can’t resolve the dispute informally, any legal proceedings shall be brought in the courts of England and Wales.

Governing Law

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales, without regard to conflict of law principles. If you access the Site from outside the United Kingdom, you are responsible for compliance with local laws where applicable.

Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. When we do, we’ll revise the “Last Updated” date at the top. We encourage you to review this page periodically. Continued use of the Site after changes are posted constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

Contact Us

If you have questions or comments about these Terms of Use, contact us at:

Email: [email protected] Website: thetraveltinker.com