Terms & Conditions

1. Introduction

Welcome to MiddleGroundPortal ("us," "we," or "our"). Your use of our website at middlegroundportal.site and yacht charter services, collectively known as the "Service" managed by MiddleGroundPortal, is governed by these Terms & Conditions ("Terms").

By securing a charter or utilizing our Service, you are consenting to these Terms. Should you not agree with any section of these terms, you are prohibited from using the Service.

2. Service Overview

MiddleGroundPortal offers exclusive yacht charter services that comprise:

• Rental of yachts on a daily basis
• Evening yacht cruises
• Business retreats
• Bespoke events
• Extended yacht charters

Availability and weather influence our services. We have the authority to alter or cease our services without prior notice.

3. Booking and Reservations

3.1 Booking Process

To reserve a yacht charter, you are required to:

• Be no less than 18 years of age
• Provide true and complete details
• Make the necessary advance payment as outlined in your booking acknowledgment
• Consent to these Terms & Conditions

3.2 Confirmation

A confirmed booking is only established with the successful transaction of payment and our confirmation in writing. Service may be refused to anyone at our discretion.

3.3 Availability

Charter services depend on the availability of the vessel and suitable weather conditions. Efforts will be made to accommodate your preferred schedule.

4. Payment Terms

4.1 Pricing

All quoted costs are expressed in € and inclusive of relevant taxes unless stated differently. Prices may alter without prior notification.

4.2 Payment Schedule

• Deposit: 50% of the total cost of the charter required upon reservation
• Outcome Balance: Payable 48 hours before the charter departs
• Additional fees (as applicable): Payable upon charter conclusion

4.3 Payment Methods

Accepted forms of payment are major credit cards, electronic bank transfers, and approved cheques. Our payment processing utilizes secure, encrypted protocols.

5. Cancellation and Refund Policy

5.1 Customer Cancellations

• In excess of 72 hours prior to departure: refund in full minus administrative costs
• Between 24 to 72 hours before departure: 50% refund
• Less than 24 hours prior to departure: Non-refundable

5.2 Weather Cancellations

Should unsafe weather conditions arise as determined by our captain, options include:

• Rebooking your charter to an alternate date at no extra charge
• Issuing a total refund if rebooking is unfeasible

5.3 Vessel Complications

In the unlikely event of mechanical issues with the designated vessel, we will attempt to offer a boat of similar status. Should a replacement not be attainable, a complete reimbursement will be issued.

6. Safety and Conduct

6.1 Safety Regulations

All travelers must:

• Heed all directives from the crew
• Utilize safety attire as deemed necessary
• Disclose any health conditions that could impinge on their safety
• Stay within demarcated areas aboard the vessel

6.2 Restricted Items

Items not permitted aboard include:

• Containers made of glass
• Illicit materials
• Guns or any form of weaponry
• Excess refreshments beyond reasonable personal consumption
• Animals (except with prior consent)

6.3 Behavior

Passengers are expected to behave in a respectful manner. We retain the right to cut short a charter without a refund if any behavior by the passengers presents a safety hazard or interferes with the enjoyment of others.

7. Liability and Insurance

7.1 Our Responsibility

We shall only be liable to the extent of expenses incurred for your charter. We will not be liable for:

• Personal harm arising from passenger negligence
• Destruction or loss over personal belongings
• Indirect or punitive damages or consequential losses
• Delays due to weather or other factors outside our control

7.2 Insurance Agreements

We keep comprehensive marine insurance that covers our fleet and operations. Patrons should secure their travel and personal insurance independently.

7.3 Acceptance of Risk

By partaking in our charter solutions, you acknowledge the intrinsic hazards of marine activities and agree to accept responsibility for your safety and security.

8. Alterations to Itinerary

We retain discretion to adjust itineraries, travel routes, or timetables due to climatic conditions, safety concerns, or operational necessities. Efforts will be placed to offer suitable alternative arrangements.

9. Force Majeure

Exemptions from liability will be in effect for disruptions, modifications, or cancellations brought about by factors not within our control, inclusive of, but not confined to:

• Harsh weather elements
• Catastrophes of nature
• Legislative directives
• Shutting down of harbors
• Mechanical malfunctions

10. Privacy and Data Protection

We manage your personal data following our Privacy Policy. Utilization of our services indicates your agreement to the accumulation and application of your details as outlined within our Privacy Policy.

11. Intellectual Property

Our website content, including texts, graphics, logos, and imagery, is safeguarded by copyright and trademark provisions. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or creation of derivative materials is prohibited without our explicit authorization.

12. Governing Law

These Terms are regulated by the laws of Greece. Litigations will be heard in the court systems of Athens, Greece.

13. Changes to Terms

We can revise these Terms at our convenience. Amendments will be communicated via our website along with the revision date being updated. Ongoing utilization of our services will be taken as assent to the refreshed terms.

14. Contact Information

For inquiries regarding these Terms & Conditions, please contact us at: