Terms and Conditions

Operated by Paradise Island LLC

These Terms & Conditions (“Terms”) govern your participation in any Girl in Paradise Retreat (the “Retreat”). By booking, paying, attending, signing any related documents, or otherwise participating in the Retreat, you (“Participant,” “you,” or “your”) acknowledge and agree that:

• you have carefully read and understand these Terms

• you voluntarily agree to be legally bound by these Terms

• these Terms are a fully negotiated contract

between you and Paradise Island LLC d/b/a Girl in Paradise Retreats
(“Paradise Island LLC,” “Girl in Paradise Retreats,” “GPR,” “we,” “our,” or “us”).

These Terms, along with the Retreat itinerary, registration forms, waivers, medical releases, and all other Retreat-related documents, together constitute the entire agreement between you and us.

1. Booking & Eligibility

All bookings are made directly with Paradise Island LLC d/b/a Girl in Paradise Retreats.

Participants must be 21 years or older.

By booking, you acknowledge that:

• retreats may include physical activity and outdoor adventure

• island travel can involve delays and logistical challenges

• you are responsible for selecting a Retreat appropriate to your abilities and comfort level

2. Payment Policy — Full Payment Required

A. Full Payment

Full payment is required at the time of booking.
Your space is not confirmed until full payment has been received and processed.

We do not offer payment plans or hold spaces without full payment.

B. Non-Refundable Policy

All payments are strictly non-refundable and non-transferable.

This policy exists because:

• Culebra is a remote island with limited access to supplies

• vendors, venues, transportation, chefs, and service providers must be paid in advance

• food and materials must be ordered, shipped, and prepared ahead of time

• substantial logistical planning and expenses begin as soon as you book

Significant non-recoverable costs are incurred on your behalf immediately after registration.

C. Travel Insurance Recommended

Because payments are non-refundable, we strongly recommend travel insurance with Cancel For Any Reason (CFAR) coverage.

3. Insurance Requirements

You are responsible for obtaining your own insurance that covers:

• medical expenses

• emergency evacuation

• travel interruption/cancellation

• baggage and personal property loss

We may require proof of coverage. We do not insure you or your property.

4. Travel Documents & Pre-Departure Requirements

You are solely responsible for:

• valid passports or identification

• visas, entry, and exit requirements

• compliance with health or vaccination mandates

• reviewing all Retreat communications for accuracy

Failure to obtain documentation or comply with requirements does not entitle you to a refund.

5. Health & Medical Considerations

You represent and warrant that:

• you are physically and mentally fit to participate

• you have disclosed medical conditions and mobility limitations in writing

• you will bring, manage, and administer your own medications

We:

• are not medical providers

• do not give medical advice

• are not responsible for treatment, evacuation, or medical expenses

You voluntarily assume all medical risks associated with participation.

6. Personal Property & Baggage

You alone are responsible for your:

• luggage

• personal items

• documents

• electronics

• valuables

Paradise Island LLC is not responsible for lost, stolen, or damaged property at any time.

7. Meals, Dietary Restrictions, and Allergies

Food is a beautiful and essential part of the Girl in Paradise experience. Our private chef creates menus that celebrate flavor, freshness, and connection at the table.

At this time, our meals are prepared for general, non-restricted diets.
We are happy to offer vegetarian options, but we are not able to accommodate specialized or restrictive diets (including vegan, keto, gluten-free, allergen-free, or medical dietary requirements).

If you have strict dietary needs or food allergies, please consider whether this retreat is the right fit for you, as we want every guest to feel safe, relaxed, and fully nourished.

✔️ Personal Responsibility & Safety

By attending, you acknowledge that:

• you are responsible for your personal food choices

• you will carry and manage your own necessary medications for allergies (e.g., EpiPens)

• in the case that alternative meals are available, they may incur additional costs

8. Cancellations & Changes

A. Cancellation by Participant

All payments are 100% non-refundable, including due to:

• illness

• schedule changes

• flight or ferry delays/cancellations

• weather

• personal circumstances

No credits or transfers will be issued.

B. Cancellation or Modification by Paradise Island LLC

We may cancel or modify a Retreat due to:

• hurricanes or tropical storms

• ferry or flight disruptions

• natural disasters

• pandemics or government restrictions

• safety concerns

• instructor illness

• insufficient enrollment

If we fully cancel the Retreat, our sole obligation is a refund of Retreat fees paid to Paradise Island LLC.

We are not responsible for other costs including, but not limited to:

• airfare

• ferries

• shuttles

• accommodations not booked through us

C. Force Majeure

We are not liable for delays, changes, or non-performance due to events beyond our control, including:

• acts of nature

• extreme weather

• public health emergencies

• labor strikes

• transportation interruptions

• government actions

9. Conduct & Removal from Retreat

We may refuse or remove any Participant who:

• endangers themselves or others

• disrupts the Retreat experience

• behaves abusively or unlawfully

• disregards rules or safety instructions

No refund will be issued if removal is necessary.
All related costs are your responsibility.

10. Optional & Third-Party Activities

Optional activities may include:

• boating or snorkeling

• island excursions

• spa or wellness services

• hiking or outdoor adventure

These are operated by independent third parties.

You acknowledge that:

• participation is voluntary

• risks are inherent

• we do not supervise or control these vendors

Paradise Island LLC is not liable for any injury, loss, delay, or damages arising from optional activities.

11. Drugs & Alcohol

Illegal drugs are strictly prohibited and will result in removal without refund.

Alcohol consumption:

• is voluntary and at your own risk

• must comply with law

• must not endanger others

12. Media Release

By attending the Retreat, you grant Paradise Island LLC d/b/a Girl in Paradise Retreats permission to:

• photograph

• film

• record audio/video

and to use your likeness for:

• marketing

• promotion

• digital or print publication

This license is perpetual, worldwide, and royalty-free.
You waive rights to compensation or pre-approval.

13. Assumption of Risk & Release of Liability

You acknowledge inherent risks including:

• travel and transportation risks

• slips, falls, terrain hazards

• marine and water activities

• weather conditions

• food reactions or illness

• wildlife or environmental exposure

To the fullest extent permitted by law, you release and hold harmless:

Paradise Island LLC d/b/a Girl in Paradise Retreats

from any and all claims arising from participation in the Retreat.

14. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless:

Paradise Island LLC d/b/a Girl in Paradise Retreats

from claims, losses, damages, or expenses arising from:

• your actions or omissions

• your breach of these Terms

• your participation in activities

15. Governing Law & Venue

These Terms are governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico.

Any dispute shall be filed exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Puerto Rico.
If any provision is held unenforceable, all remaining provisions remain in effect.

16. Acceptance of Terms

By booking, paying, or attending the Retreat, you affirm that:

• you have read these Terms

• you understand them

• you agree to be bound by them

17. Hurricane Season, Weather Events, and Natural Disasters

The Retreat takes place in a tropical region where storms, including tropical depressions, tropical storms, and hurricanes, may occur, particularly during Atlantic Hurricane Season (June 1 – November 30).

You acknowledge and agree that:

• Caribbean weather is inherently unpredictable

• storms may develop with limited notice

• ferry and airline services may be delayed or canceled

• loss of power, water, or internet may occur

• itinerary adjustments may be required for safety

Because of advance payments to vendors and the extensive logistics required on the island of Culebra:

👉 All payments remain 100% non-refundable even in the event of a tropical storm or hurricane.

If a weather event or natural disaster occurs before or during the Retreat:

• the itinerary may be modified

• specific activities may be canceled or replaced

• the Retreat may be postponed, delayed, or relocated for safety reasons

Such changes do not entitle you to a refund or credit.

If a government-mandated evacuation is issued, we will make commercially reasonable efforts to:

• reschedule the Retreat or

• offer a credit toward a future retreat

at our sole discretion. We are not obligated to provide refunds.

You are solely responsible for any additional costs incurred due to:

• travel changes

• rebooking flights or ferries

• extra accommodations

• alternative transportation

You acknowledge that weather-related risks are inherent to Caribbean island travel and that by participating, you voluntarily assume these risks.