Terms of Service

Effective Date: 09.06.2026.

1. Introduction and Acceptance of Terms

Welcome to stargazingeurope.com (the "Site" or "Service"). By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our Site.

2. Scope of Service

stargazingeurope.com provides information, guides, and booking facilitation for astrotourism destinations across Europe (including dark sky reserves, observatories, and stargazing tours). We act as an information provider and, in some cases, an intermediary for third-party travel and tour operators.

Nature and Weather Conditions: We curate and aggregate astronomical tourism experiences across Europe. However, you acknowledge that stargazing, aurora viewing, and other celestial events are inherently dependent on atmospheric, environmental, and weather conditions beyond our control. We do not guarantee, warrant, or represent that you will witness any specific astronomical phenomena (including, but not limited to, the Northern Lights, meteor showers, or clear views of the night sky) during any booked tour, accommodation stay, or event.

3. User Conduct and Responsibilities

When using our Site, you agree to:

• Be at least 18 years old or possess legal parental consent.

• Use the Site for lawful, non-commercial, and personal purposes.

• Respect the environment and local communities when visiting astrotourism destinations, adhering to established responsible stargazing and cultural guidelines.

You agree not to:

• Scrape, copy, or redistribute content from the Site without explicit written permission.

• Interfere with the security or proper functioning of the Site.

• Provide false information when booking services.

4. Bookings, Payments, and Cancellations

If you book a tour or accommodation through our Site:

• Third-Party Providers: Many tours are operated by third parties. Your contract for the actual tour is with the specific operator. We are not responsible for their service delivery, cancellations, or safety.

• Payments: All payments must be made via our accepted, secure payment methods.

• Cancellations: Refund and cancellation policies are determined by us or the respective third-party provider. Please review the specific operator's policy at the time of booking.

5. Intellectual Property

All content on this Site—including text, graphics, logos, images, and software—is the property of stargazingeurope.com or its content suppliers and is protected by European and international copyright laws. You may not reproduce or use any content without express written consent.

6. Limitation of Liability for European Users

Nothing in these terms limits or excludes our liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence, or for fraud.

• Travel Risks: Because astrotourism involves remote locations, adverse weather (which may affect stargazing), and outdoor conditions, [Insert Website Name] is not liable for any personal injury, property damage, or travel disruptions that occur during your trip.

• Accuracy of Information: While we strive to ensure that all information (like meteor shower dates or dark sky locations) is accurate, we cannot guarantee it is completely error-free.

7. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of Republic of Croatia, without regard to conflict of law principles.
If you are a consumer residing in the European Union, you may benefit from any mandatory provisions of the law of your country of residence. You also have the right to resolve disputes through the European Commission’s Online Dispute Resolution (ODR) Platform.

8. Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Site. Continued use of the Site after changes means you accept the new terms.

9. Limitation of Liability for Third-Party Services

Our website provides a platform to discover and book astronomical tourism services provided by independent third parties (e.g., local tour guides, observatories, transport providers, and hotels). We do not own, operate, or control these third-party providers. You agree that we are not responsible or liable for the acts, omissions, safety, quality, or reliability of any third-party service provider, nor are we liable for any injuries, losses, or damages incurred during your travel.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:
info@stargazingeurope.com

Accuracy of Information disclaimer

While we strive to ensure the information on our platform is accurate and up to date, event schedules, opening hours, equipment availability, and facility details are subject to change without notice by the third-party providers. We disclaim all guarantees regarding the completeness or accuracy of the listings on our site

Non-Affiliation Disclaimer

This website is an independent guide and resource for astro tourism in Europe. We are not officially endorsed by, directly affiliated with, maintained, authorized, or sponsored by any of the observatories, hotels, tourism boards, or third-party websites linked to on this site.

All product, business, and destination names are the registered trademarks of their original owners. The use of any trade name or trademark on this website is for identification and reference purposes only and does not imply any association or partnership with the trademark holder.

External Links Disclaimer

From time to time, this website may contain links to external websites that are not provided or maintained by or in any way affiliated with us. Please note that we do not guarantee the accuracy, relevance, timeliness, or completeness of any information on these external websites. You access and use these third-party links strictly at your own risk.