Terms & Conditions

Your Rights and Responsibilities When Using Glocal Portugal

Last Updated: January 2025

Welcome to Glocal Portugal

These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Glocal Portugal website (https://glocalportugal.com) and related services. By accessing or using our platform, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, please do not use our services.

1. About Glocal Portugal

Glocal Portugal operates as an intermediary platform connecting international travelers with verified local service providers across Portugal. We facilitate bookings for car rentals, eSIM services, travel insurance, flights, and hotel accommodations.

1.1 Nature of Our Service

Glocal Portugal acts exclusively as an intermediary or marketplace platform. We do not directly provide travel services, operate rental vehicles, issue insurance policies, operate flights, or manage hotels. All service agreements are concluded directly between you and the respective third-party service provider.

1.2 Our Role

Our role is limited to:

2. User Eligibility and Account

To use Glocal Portugal services, you must be at least 18 years old and legally capable of entering into binding contracts. By using our platform, you represent and warrant that you meet these eligibility requirements.

2.1 Account Information

When making a booking or inquiry, you agree to provide accurate, current, and complete information. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of any account credentials and for all activities that occur under your account.

3. Booking Process and Confirmation

When you request a booking through Glocal Portugal, you are making an offer to enter into a contract directly with the service provider. The booking is confirmed only when you receive confirmation from the service provider, which may be transmitted through our platform.

3.1 Booking Requests

Submitting a booking request through our platform does not guarantee availability or confirm a reservation. Availability and final pricing are subject to confirmation by the service provider.

3.2 Payment Processing

Payments for services are processed according to the policies of each individual service provider. Glocal Portugal may facilitate payment processing but does not directly collect payment for travel services. Payment terms, accepted methods, and currency conversion are determined by the service provider.

4. Service Provider Terms

Each service offered through Glocal Portugal is subject to the specific terms and conditions of the respective service provider. These provider terms govern matters including but not limited to:

You acknowledge that by completing a booking, you agree to be bound by the service provider's terms and conditions. Glocal Portugal is not responsible for enforcing provider terms or resolving disputes arising from provider policies.

5. Car Rental Services

Car rental services available through Glocal Portugal are provided by independent, licensed car rental companies operating in Portugal. Specific terms apply to car rental bookings:

5.1 Driver Requirements

Drivers must meet minimum age requirements (typically 21-25 years depending on the provider and vehicle category), hold a valid driver's license for at least one year, and provide necessary identification and payment methods as required by the rental company.

5.2 Insurance and Damage

Insurance coverage, damage waivers, and liability limits are determined by the rental provider. We strongly recommend reviewing all insurance options and understanding your coverage before accepting a rental vehicle. Additional insurance through our travel insurance partners may provide supplementary coverage.

5.3 Vehicle Return and Charges

Vehicles must be returned according to the rental agreement terms. Late returns, fuel charges, toll fees, traffic violations, and damage assessments are the responsibility of the renter and are handled directly between you and the rental company.

6. Travel Insurance Services

Travel insurance products available through Glocal Portugal are underwritten and administered by licensed insurance providers. Glocal Portugal acts only as a referring platform and is not the insurer.

6.1 Insurance Coverage

Coverage details, exclusions, claim procedures, and policy terms are determined by the insurance underwriter. You must carefully review the policy documents provided by the insurance company before purchase.

6.2 Claims

All insurance claims must be filed directly with the insurance provider according to their procedures. Glocal Portugal cannot process claims or guarantee claim outcomes.

7. Flights and Hotels

Flight and hotel booking services are provided through our partner platforms. These bookings are subject to the terms and conditions of airlines, hotels, and booking platforms. Glocal Portugal is not responsible for flight delays, cancellations, hotel overbooking, or changes to travel arrangements made by airlines or hotels.

8. eSIM Services

eSIM data services are provided by telecommunications partners. Service availability, data speeds, coverage areas, and activation procedures are determined by the eSIM provider. Compatibility with your device is your responsibility to verify before purchase.

9. Pricing and Fees

All prices displayed on Glocal Portugal are provided by service providers and are subject to change without notice until booking confirmation. Prices may include or exclude taxes, fees, and surcharges depending on the service provider's policies.

9.1 Currency and Conversion

Prices may be displayed in multiple currencies for convenience. Final charges are determined by the service provider and may be processed in Euro (EUR) or another currency. Currency conversion rates and foreign transaction fees are beyond our control.

9.2 Commission and Referral Fees

Glocal Portugal may earn commissions or referral fees from service providers for bookings made through our platform. These commissions do not affect the price you pay, which is set by the service provider.

10. Cancellations and Refunds

Cancellation and refund policies are determined exclusively by the service provider. You must review the cancellation terms before confirming any booking. Glocal Portugal cannot guarantee refunds and does not process refund requests. All cancellations and refund inquiries must be directed to the service provider according to their stated policies.

11. Modifications and Changes

Requests to modify bookings (change dates, locations, vehicle types, etc.) are subject to the service provider's modification policies and may incur additional fees. Availability for modifications is not guaranteed. Contact the service provider directly or use our contact page for assistance with modification requests.

12. User Responsibilities

As a user of Glocal Portugal, you agree to:

13. Prohibited Activities

You may not use Glocal Portugal to:

14. Intellectual Property

All content on the Glocal Portugal website, including text, graphics, logos, images, software, and compilation, is the property of Glocal Portugal or its content suppliers and is protected by Portuguese and international copyright and intellectual property laws.

14.1 License

We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and use the Glocal Portugal platform for personal, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms. This license does not permit you to download (other than page caching) or modify any portion of the platform without our express written consent.

15. Disclaimers and Limitation of Liability

The Glocal Portugal platform and all services are provided "as is" and "as available" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

15.1 No Warranty

Glocal Portugal makes no warranty that:

15.2 Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Portuguese law, Glocal Portugal, its directors, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages, including but not limited to loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses resulting from:

15.3 Maximum Liability

In no event shall Glocal Portugal's total liability to you for all damages, losses, and causes of action exceed the amount paid by you, if any, to Glocal Portugal for accessing or using the platform in the twelve months prior to the claim, or one hundred Euro (€100), whichever is greater.

16. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Glocal Portugal and its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or relating to:

17. Third-Party Links and Content

The Glocal Portugal platform may contain links to third-party websites, services, or resources. These links are provided for your convenience only. Glocal Portugal has no control over and assumes no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services. You acknowledge and agree that Glocal Portugal shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused by or in connection with use of any such third-party content, goods, or services.

18. Data Protection and Privacy

Your use of Glocal Portugal is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using our platform, you consent to our data practices as described in the Privacy Policy.

18.1 Data Sharing

To facilitate bookings, we may share your personal information with service providers. These providers are responsible for processing your data according to their own privacy policies and applicable data protection laws, including the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

19. Cookies and Tracking

We use cookies and similar tracking technologies to improve your experience on our platform. For detailed information about our use of cookies, please review our Cookie Policy.

20. Communications

By using Glocal Portugal, you consent to receive electronic communications from us, including emails about your bookings, platform updates, promotional offers, and service announcements. You may opt out of promotional communications by following the unsubscribe instructions in our emails, but you cannot opt out of transactional or service-related communications.

21. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Portugal, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of Glocal Portugal shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Lisbon, Portugal.

21.1 Dispute Resolution

Before initiating any legal proceedings, we encourage you to contact us at [email protected] to attempt to resolve the dispute informally. We are committed to working with you to reach a fair resolution.

22. Changes to Terms

Glocal Portugal reserves the right to modify or replace these Terms at any time at our sole discretion. If we make material changes, we will notify you by updating the "Last Updated" date at the top of this page and, where appropriate, by sending you an email notification or posting a notice on our platform.

22.1 Continued Use

Your continued use of the Glocal Portugal platform after any changes to the Terms constitutes your acceptance of the new Terms. If you do not agree to the modified Terms, you must stop using our platform.

23. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid and enforceable, or if such modification is not possible, the provision shall be severed from these Terms. The remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

24. Waiver

No waiver by Glocal Portugal of any term or condition set forth in these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or a waiver of any other term or condition. Any failure by Glocal Portugal to assert a right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

25. Entire Agreement

These Terms, together with our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and Glocal Portugal regarding your use of the platform and supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings and agreements, whether written or oral, regarding such subject matter.

26. Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms or your rights hereunder, in whole or in part, without our prior written consent. Glocal Portugal may assign these Terms or any rights hereunder without your consent. Any attempted assignment in violation of this section shall be null and void.

27. Contact Information

If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about these Terms, please contact us:

Glocal Portugal Travel Services

Avenida da Liberdade 144
1250-146 Lisboa, Portugal

Email: [email protected]

Website: glocalportugal.com

28. Special Terms for Specific Services

Certain services may have additional terms and conditions that apply specifically to those services. When such additional terms are presented to you, they are incorporated by reference into these Terms. In the event of a conflict between these general Terms and service-specific terms, the service-specific terms shall control with respect to that service.

29. Force Majeure

Glocal Portugal shall not be liable for any failure or delay in performance under these Terms due to causes beyond its reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, war, terrorism, civil unrest, labor disputes, governmental actions, epidemics, pandemics, telecommunications failures, or internet disruptions.

30. Survival

All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including but not limited to ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnification obligations, and limitations of liability.

By using Glocal Portugal, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions.

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