Prices – All prices are per person, in U.S. dollars and based on double occupancy unless otherwise stated. All prices are valid for travel as specified, are valid for new bookings only and are available to Costco members residing in the United States. Prices for land components, houseboat rentals and vacation packages are subject to change until reservations are confirmed along with payment of an applicable per-person deposit. Airfare prices and flight availability are subject to change without notice until paid in full. Seasonal and fuel or energy surcharges, restrictions, foreign currency fluctuations and blackout dates may apply. The exact price depends upon the day of departure, departure city, length of stay, ship, hotel, room or stateroom type, or other inclusions including, but not limited to, airfare, transfers, rental cars, taxes or administrative fees. For all bookings, any government-imposed increases in fees or taxes are the passenger’s responsibility to pay, even if the booking is paid in full. Any increases in fees or surcharges that are imposed by our travel suppliers and are outside the control of Costco Travel are the passenger’s responsibility to pay, except for paid-in-full bookings that include airfare. Unless otherwise noted, offers are not combinable with select rate codes, coupons or other offers. Any unused portion(s) of inclusions are nontransferable, nonrefundable and not redeemable for cash. Executive Member benefit, if applicable, is valid for the primary cardholder only. Travel purchases are not included in the Executive Membership annual 2% Reward program. Costco Travel disclaims liability for any inaccuracies or typographical errors.       

Unless indicated, prices do not include airfare, gratuities, gasoline, optional insurance, underage/additional driver charges, upgrades, car rental drop charges, infant child seats, meals, telephone calls, some resort service fees, any personal or incidental items, or any other features not listed except where otherwise noted. Additionally, cruise prices do not include transfers, administrative fees or taxes.

Deposit –  
•    Land-only vacation package booking: $100 per person plus applicable hotel or other deposits
•    Air and land booking: $100 per person plus cost of airfare
•    Cruise booking: deposit varies by cruise line and fare type
•    Other vacation deposits vary by vacation type; please inquire at time of booking

Insurance premiums and certain deposits, administrative fees and/or supplier fees are not refundable. A damage deposit also may be required at the time of booking for certain vacation packages and houseboat rentals.

Final Payment - Cruise bookings require full payment between 90 and 160 days prior to sailing, depending on the cruise line. Full payment is due 45 days prior to departure for all other vacation packages unless otherwise specified by individual suppliers.

Forms of Payment - American Express®, Visa and MasterCard are the only acceptable forms of payment for cruise or vacation package bookings.

Late Bookings - South Pacific and Europe bookings that are made within three business days of departure are subject to a $50 handling fee. For all bookings made within seven days of departure, an e-mail address must be provided so that electronic documents can be sent. Costco Travel is unable to accept hotel bookings that are on request within seven days of the departure date.

Revisions and Cancellations – In the event you need to change or cancel your reservation or any information provided as part of the reservation, please contact Costco Travel as soon as possible.  Revision, cancellation and refund polices vary by airline, cruise line and other suppliers.  In all instances, no-shows are nonrefundable. 

Cruise:
Revisions:  Any changes to your cruise fare after the initial booking date will result in a $25 change fee plus any additional supplier fees (if applicable). Please note that the cruise lines do not allow any rate reductions once penalties commence or once your cruise is paid in full. Any changes to the flight(s) portion of your cruise will result in airline change fees and additional fare collection, if applicable.  Please note that airlines do not allow rate reductions once your airline tickets have been paid in full.

Cancellations: Cancellation of your cruise could result in a loss of deposit, full payment and /or administrative fees. Please see the cruise line’s specific terms and conditions for exact penalties.  Cancellation of the Costco Travel flight(s) portion of your cruise is nonrefundable. The value on the cancelled airline tickets may be used to rebook future air travel at a later date. Airline change fees will apply on a rebooked ticket. The rebooked ticket must be on the same airline and travel must be completed within one year of the date that the original ticket was issued. Other restrictions may apply.  Please see the cruise line’s specific terms and conditions for flight(s) purchased via the cruise line.

Vacation Package:
Revisions: Any changes to your vacation package will result in a $75 per-booking fee plus any additional airline or other supplier fees (if applicable). Any changes to the flight(s) portion of your vacation package will result in airline change fees and additional fare collection, if applicable. Please note that airlines do not allow rate reductions once your airline tickets have been paid in full.

Cancellations: Cancellation of your vacation package will result in a forfeiture of the $100 per-person deposit plus any additional supplier fees. Cancellation of the flight(s) portion of your vacation package is nonrefundable. The value on the cancelled airline tickets may be used to rebook future air travel at a later date.  Airline change fees will apply on a rebooked ticket. The rebooked ticket must be on the same airline and travel must be completed within one year of the date that the original ticket was issued.  Other restrictions may apply. 

Trip Protection: The Travel Guard Travel Protection Plan may be purchased up to 24 hours prior to departure, but must be purchased within 24 hours of final payment to cover pre-existing conditions.  The Travel Protection Plan is valid for U.S. residents only, excluding residents of Puerto Rico. The Plan is not transferable.  If you are not completely satisfied with your Travel Guard Protection Plan, you can receive a refund of the cost, minus a service fee. Requests for cancellation of the Travel Guard Plan must be submitted to Travel Guard in writing  and will be accepted within 15 days of the date of purchase provided this date is prior to your scheduled departure date and you have not filed a claim under this Plan. The full description of coverage is available to view online at www.Costcotravel.com under "Trip Protection."

Refunds - Refund restrictions and policies for unused travel or vacation components vary by airline, by supplier, by season and according to promotional rules and are subject to applicable rules of each supplier. Trip protection premiums, airfare and some supplier fees are not refundable. Please inquire about refunds at the time of booking, and prior to any revisions or cancellation.

Documents - For land-only packages or air-inclusive packages to the Caribbean, Hawaii, Mexico, Florida, Las Vegas or the South Pacific, each of the services you purchased will be outlined on your invoice. Therefore, the invoice is the only document you’ll need to carry with you as you travel. For packages to Europe, your documents will arrive via mail approximately 21 days prior to departure. They will include an invoice as well as vouchers for each of the travel services. Cruise documents are offered electronically 75 days prior to departure for Holland America, Norwegian Cruise Line, Princess, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity and Azamara. All other cruise line documents will be mailed approximately 14 days prior to sailing. Please check your documents to confirm accuracy of all information and contact Costco Travel immediately if there are any discrepancies on your documents.

Airline Information - For airline baggage fees and policies, click here.  In all cases, airlines may change flight schedules and aircraft, and alter or omit stopping points en route. Such changes or omissions are at the sole discretion of the airline and are outside the control of Costco Travel. To review the rules and restrictions of any airline, please visit the airline’s website. It is important to confirm all flights with the airline prior to departure. For domestic flights, 24 hours is recommended. For international flights, 72 hours is mandatory. Failure to confirm international flights or to use any portion of the reservation may result in automatic cancellation for all continuing and return flights. Please verify specific guidelines with your airline when confirming your flights as guidelines change by airline, airport, flight and security restrictions. Fees for checked baggage and other services may apply and vary by airline. For complete information, please visit the airline’s website. In all cases, unless additional time is required by the airline, it is important to arrive at the airport at least two hours prior to departure for all domestic flights and two to three hours prior to departure for international flights. Latecomers may lose their assigned seat or be denied boarding at their own expense. Choice of seat assignments may be limited at the time reservations are requested and at times not assignable until check-in. Seat assignments are capacity controlled at the sole discretion of the airline and are subject to change by the airline without notice. Costco Travel cannot guarantee seat assignments. When making an airline reservation, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires the airline to request and collect your date of birth, gender and full name as it appears on the government-issued photo identification you’ll use when traveling. If you do not provide this information in advance, you will be prohibited from checking in online to receive a boarding pass.

Proof of Identity - Government-issued photo ID is required for all travel, both domestic and international. Passports are required for international travel. You will not be permitted to depart without necessary documentation. There may be additional requirements for international travel, such as inoculations or visas, and some countries require that passports be valid for six months or longer beyond your stay in the country. Passport and entry requirements are subject to change at any time without notice. For the most current information on passport and entry requirements, please visit the official website for the U.S. Department of State (www.travel.state.gov). Special travel documents are required for children traveling with or without their parents. If you are traveling with children, please check with the airline or cruise line prior to departure. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you must contact the consulate of the country you are visiting (including Canada, www.cic.gc.ca/english/visit/visas.asp) to inquire about visa requirements. You must also contact the Immigration and Naturalization Service (1-800-375-5283, www.uscis.gov) for reentry requirements into the United States.

Timeshare Advisory - When you arrive in your destination, even before you leave the Customs area, you may be approached by many aggressive timeshare sales agents. Timeshare sales agents are very persistent and may entice you with offers of complimentary breakfasts, free transfers, discounted tours, etc., in exchange for your attendance at a presentation designed to sell their property. These sales people are in no way associated with your ground transportation operator or with Costco Travel.
Please refer to your travel itinerary for information on how to identify your transfer company representative and where to meet them upon arrival at your destination. This will ensure your transfer arrangements are handled professionally by the company contracted by Costco Travel. Timeshare selling can and does take place in many locations, including the airport, hotel lobbies, and even on the beaches and streets. Most hotels have a timeshare division. These sales people also use aggressive tactics. Costco Travel strongly advises you to be cautious—free or discounted offers may mean that an intense timeshare sales pitch will follow. We recommend that you do not participate in a timeshare presentation.

Travel Health Information - For the most current worldwide health information, consult your family physician or the official website for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention at wwwn.cdc.gov/travel/ or by phone at 1-800-232-4636. You'll find information on recent outbreaks, required vaccinations, safe food and water tips, insect protection, illness and injury abroad, and more.

Requests - Specific requests must be made at the time of booking and are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Seat assignments and bedding requests cannot be guaranteed. Some hotels and cruise lines impose an additional charge if a crib, a roll-away or a refrigerator is required, payable by the guest directly to the hotel or cruise line.

Rental Cars - All car rentals are subject to the rules and regulations of the car rental company. Car rental rates are based on 24-hour rental periods. Late returns and returns to alternate locations are subject to charges or penalties paid by the renter directly to the car rental company. Cars are available for rental to individuals 25 years or older (exceptions apply) holding a valid driver's license. A surcharge may be added for drivers less than 25 years of age. Rates exclude gas, optional insurance coverage, and some applicable taxes and surcharges. Any additional fees assessed at the time of booking, which cannot be prepaid, will be collected at the time of rental. The car rental company requires the imprint of a valid credit card in the renter’s name as security to cover incidentals. Auto insurance is the responsibility of the registered driver. Additional drivers must be 25 years of age and will be charged an additional rental fee.

Costco Cash Card – Where applicable, the offer is valid for dates specified and is only valid for bookings made through Costco Travel. Limit one Costco Cash Card offer per room. Offer is nontransferable and may not be combined with any other offer or coupon. The card, which you'll receive two to three weeks after you return from your vacation, may be used toward merchandise or gas at any Costco warehouse throughout the United States, or toward online purchases at Costco.com (excluding online travel bookings). The only way lost cards can be replaced is by presenting your original vacation or cruise invoice to Costco Travel. Neither CWC-Gift Card Co. nor any of its affiliates are responsible for use of this card without your permission. Gift card balances cannot be applied as payments to any account or redeemed for cash, unless required by law. Costco Cash Cards cannot be used for travel purchases.

Disclaimer of Liability - As of the date of this publication, all information is thought to be accurate, available and current. The information, products and services published herein may include inaccuracies or typographical errors. Costco Travel does not guarantee the accuracy of, and disclaims liability for, any inaccuracies, including (but not limited to) the price, information and description of the products and services described herein. The services provided herein are furnished by independent contractors who are not employees of, or joint ventures with, Costco Travel. Costco Travel is not liable for the acts, errors, omissions, representations, warranties, breaches or negligence of any supplier or any personal injuries, death, property damage or other damages or expenses resulting from causes outside of Costco Travel's control. Costco Travel shall not be responsible for travel delays or cancellations or for any illness, death, injury, damage or loss of vacation time arising therefrom. Costco Travel shall not be liable for any injuries, damages or losses caused to any traveler in connection with or by supplier employees or contractors, terrorist activities, social or labor unrest, mechanical or construction failures or difficulties, diseases, local laws, climactic conditions, criminal acts or abnormal conditions or developments, or any other actions, omissions, or conditions outside the control of Costco Travel. By participating in any Sightseeing Tours, such participant confirms that they, and any minor children for whom they are responsible, are physically and mentally capable of such participation and that they have no medical or health conditions that would make such participation inappropriate. Such participants ASSUME FULL RESPONSIBILITY for all damage, loss or injury to themselves and any such minor child and also ASSUME THE RISKS of all personal injury, accident or illness to themselves and any such minor child. Under no circumstances, including but not limited to the negligence of others, shall Costco Travel be liable for any injury or damage to such participants or minor children. Traveler assumes complete and full responsibility for checking and verifying any and all passport, visa, inoculations or other entry requirements of each destination, as well as reentry into the U.S., and all safety or security conditions at such destinations, in connection with the proposed travel. For information concerning possible dangers at international destinations, contact the Travel Advisory Section of the U.S. Department of State (www.travel.state.gov).