03-19-2025
John C. Derrick
Terms of Use
Hawaii Guide web site terms of use
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Welcome to Guide of US, LLC and Hawaii-Guide.com (hereafter 'Hawaii-Guide.com'). By accessing and using this website, you agree to comply with the following Terms of Use. Please review these terms carefully to ensure you understand and accept them entirely.
Content and Ownership
All content published on Hawaii-Guide.com, including articles, images, videos, and maps, is the intellectual property of Hawaii-Guide.com unless otherwise credited. Our team carefully researches, produces, and regularly updates this content based on firsthand experience and reliable sources. We also license images for use through Shutterstock and iStockPhoto.
Permitted Use
You are invited to use Hawaii-Guide.com content for your personal travel planning and informational purposes only. Redistribution, commercial exploitation, modification, or publication of our content without explicit written consent from Hawaii-Guide.com is strictly prohibited.
User Responsibility
While we strive to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of the information provided, travel conditions and details can change unexpectedly. We encourage users to verify critical details directly with service providers, businesses, and attractions featured on our site before making travel decisions.
External Links and Third-Party Content
Hawaii-Guide.com may include links to third-party websites. These links are provided solely for your convenience and to enhance your experience. Although we carefully select reputable external sources, we cannot be held responsible for the accuracy or content provided by these third-party sites. Always review the external site's terms of use and privacy policies when visiting these linked sites.
Affiliate Relationships
Hawaii-Guide.com maintains affiliate partnerships with reputable businesses to support our website financially. We clearly indicate when affiliate links are used. Purchasing through these links supports our site at no additional cost to you. Transparency and trust are foundational values for us.
Liability
Hawaii-Guide.com provides information based on the best available data, personal experience, and professional judgment. However, we cannot guarantee that all information will always remain accurate or complete. Hawaii-Guide.com is not liable for any direct or indirect damages or losses resulting from your use or reliance upon any content provided on our site.
Changes to Terms
We reserve the right to update these Terms of Use periodically to reflect changes in our practices or applicable regulations. Any modifications will be clearly indicated with the date of the update at the top of this page.
User Feedback and Contact
Your feedback is crucial in maintaining accurate, reliable, and helpful content. Should you notice any inaccuracies or have suggestions for improving our website, please contact us directly.
Thank you for visiting and trusting Hawaii-Guide.com as your authoritative source for independent Hawaii travel planning and advice.
Governing Law
This agreement and its terms are governed by the laws of the State of South Carolina and the United States of America, without regard to conflicts of law principles. You expressly agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Lexington County, South Carolina, United States of America, regarding any disputes or claims arising from your use of this website or related to these Terms of Use.
Restriction on Use Based on Location
Use of this website is not permitted in jurisdictions where any provision of these Terms of Use would be unlawful, invalid, or unenforceable. By accessing this website, you confirm compliance with applicable local laws.
Violation of These Terms
If Hawaii-Guide.com determines, in its sole discretion, that you have violated any of these Terms of Use, we reserve the right to pursue any legal remedies available to us.
Indemnification
You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Hawaii-Guide.com, its parent company, officers, directors, employees, and agents against any claims, liabilities, damages, and expenses arising from your use or misuse of our website or violation of these Terms of Use.
Severability
If any provision of these Terms of Use is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain fully effective and enforceable.
Headings
The headings used in these Terms of Use are provided only for ease of navigation and do not define, limit, or affect the interpretation or scope of the terms herein.
Entire Agreement
These Terms of Use, along with any policies explicitly referenced, constitute the complete and exclusive agreement between you and Hawaii-Guide.com regarding your use of our website. This agreement supersedes all prior or simultaneous communications, whether written or verbal, relating to your use of this website.
Donations/Tips Terms
By donating/tipping to our small business, you will help us to continue publish new Hawaii media and content on this website. We are a for-profit entity, domiciled in the state of South Carolina, USA; and it is important to note that any and all donations are not tax deductible. By donating any amount, you accept and acknowledge these terms. Mahalo for your support!
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Updated on: 03-19-2025
Published by: John C. Derrick
Founder & certified Hawaii travel expert with 20+ years of experience in Hawaii tourism.
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