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Terms & Conditions

Effective Date: October 24, 2025

Welcome to Travel Tale. These Terms & Conditions ("Terms") govern your access to and use of the Travel Tale mobile application, websites, and related services (collectively, the "Services") provided by Al Sahm Al Dhahabi Portal LLC, a company organized under the laws of Dubai, UAE, with its principal place of business at Dubai, UAE ("Company", "we", "us", or "our").

Table of Contents

  1. Eligibility & Account Registration
  2. The Services
  3. Content; User-Generated Content (UGC)
  4. Prohibited Conduct
  5. Travel & Safety Disclaimer
  6. Purchases, Subscriptions & Payments
  7. Third-Party Services & Links
  8. Location Features & Data
  9. Intellectual Property Rights
  10. Data Protection & Privacy
  11. Termination & Suspension
  12. Disclaimers
  13. Limitation of Liability
  14. Indemnification
  15. App Store Terms
  16. Communications; Notifications
  17. Changes to the Terms
  18. Governing Law; Dispute Resolution
  19. Miscellaneous
  20. Contact Us

1. Eligibility & Account Registration

1.1 Eligibility

You must be at least 16 years old to use the Services, and at least 18 to make purchases or enter binding contracts. By using the Services, you represent that you meet these requirements and that you have the authority to accept these Terms.

1.2 Account

You may need an account to access certain features. You agree to:

We may refuse registration, suspend, or terminate accounts that violate these Terms.

1.3 Third-Party Login

If you register or sign in using a third-party account (e.g., Apple, Google), you authorize us to access certain information as permitted by that provider and subject to our Privacy Policy.

2. The Services

2.1 Nature of the Services

Travel Tale helps users discover attractions, experiences, and related travel content. We may provide editorial content, user-generated content, suggested itineraries, maps, location-based features, audio stories, tips, and links to third-party offerings (e.g., venues, tour operators, ticketing).

2.2 No Travel Agency / No Fiduciary Duty

Unless expressly stated, we are not a travel agency, tour operator, or common carrier. We do not control third-party providers and are not responsible for their actions, omissions, or services.

2.3 Beta Features

We may designate certain features as "beta," "preview," or similar. Such features may be incomplete, change, or be discontinued without notice, and are provided as-is.

2.4 Availability

We may change, suspend, or discontinue any part of the Services at any time, with or without notice. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free operation.

3. Content; User-Generated Content (UGC)

3.1 Our Content

The Services and all materials provided by us (text, images, audio, video, designs, software, data, etc.) are owned by or licensed to us and protected by intellectual property laws. Subject to your compliance with these Terms, we grant you a limited, personal, non-transferable, non-exclusive, revocable license to use the Services for your personal, non-commercial purposes.

3.2 Your Content

You may submit content (e.g., reviews, photos, audio, comments) ("UGC"). You represent and warrant that you own or have all necessary rights to your UGC, and that your UGC does not infringe any third-party rights or violate any law.

3.3 UGC License to Us

You grant us a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, sublicensable, transferable license to host, store, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, publicly perform and display your UGC in connection with operating, improving, and promoting the Services, including in marketing materials and within partner integrations.

3.4 No Obligation to Publish

We may monitor, remove, or refuse to display any UGC at our discretion, including if it violates these Terms.

3.5 Feedback

If you submit suggestions or feedback, you grant us a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free license to use them without obligation or compensation.

4. Prohibited Conduct

You agree not to:

5. Travel & Safety Disclaimer

Important: Travel involves inherent risks. You are solely responsible for evaluating local conditions and taking appropriate precautions.

5.1 Local Conditions & Risks

Travel involves inherent risks (e.g., safety, political conditions, health, weather, infrastructure). You are solely responsible for evaluating local conditions, complying with laws, and taking appropriate precautions. Consult official advisories (e.g., government travel advisories) and local authorities.

5.2 Accuracy & Timeliness

Attraction hours, ticket prices, accessibility, and other details may change without notice. While we aim for accuracy, we do not warrant the completeness, reliability, or timeliness of any information, including third-party content.

5.3 No Professional Advice

The Services do not constitute legal, medical, safety, or other professional advice. Seek professional guidance as needed.

6. Purchases, Subscriptions & Payments

6.1 In-App Purchases & Subscriptions

Certain features may require one-time payments or auto-renewing subscriptions via app stores or our payment processors. Prices, taxes, and fees are as displayed at checkout and may change.

6.2 Billing & Renewals

If you purchase a subscription, it will auto-renew at the end of each term unless you cancel before renewal via your app store account or in-app settings (as available). By purchasing, you authorize us or our payment partners to charge your selected payment method until you cancel.

6.3 Refunds

App store purchases are subject to the Apple App Store or Google Play refund policies. For direct purchases (if any), our refund policy at the time of purchase applies. Except where required by law, fees are non-refundable.

6.4 Third-Party Offers

If you purchase tickets, tours, or services from third parties via links or integrations, your contract is with that provider, and their terms, policies, and refund rules apply.

7. Third-Party Services & Links

The Services may link to or integrate with third-party services (maps, ticketing, transportation, social networks, etc.). We do not endorse or control third-party services and are not responsible for their content, accuracy, policies, or practices. Your use of third-party services is at your own risk and subject to their terms.

8. Location Features & Data

Some features use location data (GPS, Wi-Fi, cellular). You can enable/disable location permissions in your device settings. If enabled, you consent to our processing of your location data as described in the Privacy Policy. Accuracy of location data may vary and is not guaranteed.

9. Intellectual Property Rights

All trademarks, logos, and service marks (including Travel Tale and any related marks) are our property or that of our licensors. You may not use them without our prior written consent. All rights not expressly granted are reserved.

10. Data Protection & Privacy

Your use of the Services is subject to our Privacy Policy. By using the Services, you consent to our collection, use, disclosure, and processing of personal data as described therein and as permitted by applicable law.

11. Termination & Suspension

We may suspend or terminate your access to the Services, or remove UGC, at any time and for any reason (including suspected violations of these Terms, legal requirements, or security concerns). You may stop using the Services at any time. Sections that by their nature should survive termination will survive (e.g., IP, disclaimers, limitations, indemnities).

12. Disclaimers

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE SERVICES ARE PROVIDED "AS IS" AND "AS AVAILABLE," WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, AND ACCURACY. WE DO NOT WARRANT THAT THE SERVICES WILL BE UNINTERRUPTED, SECURE, OR ERROR-FREE, OR THAT DEFECTS WILL BE CORRECTED.

13. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW:

• WE SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING LOST PROFITS, LOST DATA, OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE SERVICES OR THESE TERMS, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY.

• OUR TOTAL LIABILITY FOR ANY CLAIMS ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE SERVICES OR THESE TERMS SHALL NOT EXCEED THE GREATER OF: (A) THE AMOUNT YOU PAID TO US FOR THE SERVICES IN THE SIX (6) MONTHS PRECEDING THE EVENT GIVING RISE TO THE CLAIM, OR (B) USD 100 (OR EQUIVALENT IN LOCAL CURRENCY).

Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations of liability; in such cases, the foregoing limitations apply to the fullest extent permitted.

14. Indemnification

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Company and its affiliates, directors, officers, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising out of or related to:

15. App Store Terms

If you downloaded the app from the Apple App Store or Google Play:

16. Communications; Notifications

By creating an account, you may receive service-related emails, SMS, or push notifications (e.g., account, security, operational messages). You can opt out of non-essential marketing communications through provided controls. Some transactional or security communications are necessary for the Services.

17. Changes to the Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. If we make material changes, we will provide notice (e.g., in-app notice, email). Your continued use of the Services after the effective date of changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

18. Governing Law; Dispute Resolution

18.1 Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of Dubai, UAE, without regard to conflict-of-laws rules.

18.2 Venue / Courts

Subject to Section 18.3, the courts of Dubai, UAE shall have exclusive jurisdiction over any dispute arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Services.

18.3 Consumer Laws

Mandatory consumer protection laws of your place of residence may grant you additional rights.

19. Miscellaneous

19.1 Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with the Privacy Policy and any supplemental terms presented to you for specific features, constitute the entire agreement between you and us regarding the Services and supersede prior agreements.

19.2 Severability

If any provision is found invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.

19.3 No Waiver

Our failure to enforce any right or provision is not a waiver of such right or provision.

19.4 Assignment

You may not assign or transfer these Terms without our prior written consent. We may assign or transfer these Terms in connection with a merger, acquisition, restructuring, or sale of assets.

19.5 Force Majeure

We are not liable for any delay or failure to perform due to events beyond our reasonable control, including acts of God, war, terrorism, civil disturbance, labor disputes, government actions, utility or internet outages, or natural disasters.

19.6 Headings

Headings are for convenience only and do not affect interpretation.

20. Contact Us

Questions or Concerns?

If you have questions about these Terms or the Services, please contact us:

Al Sahm Al Dhahabi Portal LLC

Dubai, UAE

Email: info@garrowiq.com

By using Travel Tale, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions.