Refund and Return

Refund and Return Policy of EMPIRE Yacht Rental Company

Last Updated: January 10, 2024

Introduction:

Thank you for choosing EMPIRE YACHTS in Dubai for your maritime leisure needs. We are working hard to ensure that our customers are satisfied with our charter services. This Refund and Return Policy outlines the terms under which EMPIRE YACHTS processes refunds and returns of bookings.

Interpretation and Definitions In this Policy, capitalized terms have the meanings defined below, regardless of whether they appear singular or plural.

  • Company: Refers to Empire Yacht Rental Marina Park LG 02 Al Marsa St – Dubai Marina, UAE. 
  • Booking: Items offered for sale or booking on the Service.
  • Service: The Website of Empire Yacht Rental Company in Dubai, accessible from https://empireyachts.ae/
  • Website: Empire Yacht Rental Company in Dubai, accessible from https://empireyachts.ae/
  • You: The individual or legal entity accessing or using the Service.

Your Booking Cancellation Rights:

You are entitled to cancel your booking within seven days without providing a reason. To exercise your right of cancellation, you must inform us of your decision via a clear statement. You may notify us by:

Cancellation Fee Retention Policy:

  • A retention fee of 50% of the booking value applies if cancellation occurs up to 72 hours before the charter time and date.
  • A retention fee of 100% of the booking value applies if cancellation occurs within 72 hours of the booking time and date.
Exceptions to Cancellation Fees
The following circumstances entitle the Charterer to cancel without the above-listed charges:
  • Weather conditions deemed unsafe or warnings issued by the coastguard.
  • Failure by EMPIRE YACHTS to provide an agreed operational aspect of the charter on the day.
  • The client must confirm cancellations before the charter time lapses.
Conduct on Board

EMPIRE YACHTS employs qualified and experienced Captains and crew who are the technical experts in these waters. The Captain’s orders are final, and guests must respect this authority. Instances of anti-social or reckless behavior may lead to early termination of the charter without a refund.

Online Payment Terms & Conditions:

  • “United Arab Emirates is our country of domicile,” and the local law is the governing law.
  • Visa and Master Card will be accepted in AED and foreign currency.
  • We do not trade with or provide services to OFAC and sanctioned countries.
  • Customers under 18 are not permitted to register or transact on the website.
  • The cardholder must retain transaction records and Merchant policies and rules.
  • Users are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of their accounts.
Privacy and Data Protection

The handling and protection of personal data comply with applicable data protection regulations. Any personal data collected as part of the booking process is treated with utmost confidentiality and in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

Contact Information

For inquiries regarding this Refund and Return Policy, please get in touch with our customer service team through the contact methods provided on our website.

Policy Amendments

EMPIRE Yacht Rental Company reserves the right to amend this policy periodically. Clients are encouraged to review this policy regularly to stay informed of any changes.