1. Introduction

Welcome to ItalianVenues ("we", "our", "us", "the Website"). These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern your use of our website at italianvenues.com and any related services we provide.

By accessing or using our website, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with any part of these Terms, you must not use our website.

2. About Our Service

ItalianVenues is a curated directory and connection service for luxury wedding venues in Italy. We:

• Showcase exclusive wedding venues across Italy
• Facilitate connections between couples and venues
• Provide information about venues, locations, and wedding planning
• Act as an intermediary to help you find your ideal venue

Important: We are not a wedding planning agency, travel agency, or booking platform. We facilitate introductions but do not manage bookings, payments, or contracts between you and venues.

3. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years old to use our services. By using this website, you represent and warrant that you are of legal age and have the legal capacity to enter into these Terms.

4. Permitted Use

You may use our website for lawful purposes only. You agree not to:

• Use the website in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations
• Submit false, misleading, or fraudulent information
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Use automated systems (bots, scrapers) to access the website without permission
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website or our systems
• Copy, reproduce, or redistribute content without written permission
• Use the website to spam, harass, or harm others
• Upload viruses, malware, or other harmful code

5. Enquiries and Communications

5.1 Submission of Enquiries

When you submit an enquiry through our website:

• You consent to us sharing your information with relevant venues
• You authorize venues to contact you directly about your enquiry
• You agree to receive follow-up communications from us and venues
• You represent that all information provided is accurate and truthful

5.2 No Guarantee of Response

We facilitate connections but cannot guarantee:

• Venues will respond to your enquiry
• Venue availability for your requested dates
• That venues match your exact requirements
• Response times from venues

6. Fees and Payments

6.1 Free for Couples

Our enquiry service is currently free for couples searching for wedding venues. We do not charge couples for:

• Browsing our venue directory
• Submitting enquiries to venues
• Receiving venue recommendations

6.2 Venue Agreements

Any financial arrangements between you and a venue (booking fees, deposits, final payments) are independent agreements between you and the venue. ItalianVenues is not a party to these agreements and has no liability for any payments or financial disputes.

7. Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, images, logos, graphics, design, and code, is the property of ItalianVenues or our content suppliers and is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws.

Venue photographs and descriptions are provided by venues or used with permission. All venue-specific intellectual property remains the property of the respective venues.

You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from any content on this website without our express written permission.

8. Accuracy of Information

We strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information about venues, including:

• Venue capacity
• Amenities and facilities
• Location details
• Pricing indications

However, this information is subject to change, and we cannot guarantee its accuracy or completeness. Venue details, availability, and pricing should always be confirmed directly with the venue before making any commitments.

9. Third-Party Links and Services

Our website may contain links to third-party websites or services (including venue websites, social media, and external resources). We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of these third-party sites. Your use of third-party websites is at your own risk.

10. Disclaimer of Warranties

Our website and services are provided "as is" and "as available" without any warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to:

• Warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
• Warranties of non-infringement
• Warranties that the website will be uninterrupted, error-free, or secure
• Warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or completeness of content

We do not warrant that the website will meet your requirements or that defects will be corrected.

11. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, ItalianVenues, its directors, employees, partners, and affiliates shall not be liable for any:

• Indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages
• Loss of profits, revenue, data, or business opportunities
• Damages arising from your use or inability to use the website
• Damages arising from interactions with venues or third parties
• Damages related to wedding bookings, cancellations, or disputes with venues
• Damages from unauthorized access to your data or communications

Our total liability to you for any claims arising from your use of the website shall not exceed £100 (one hundred pounds sterling).

12. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless ItalianVenues and our officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your use of the website
• Your violation of these Terms
• Your violation of any rights of third parties
• Any disputes with venues or other users

13. Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access to our website at any time, without notice, for any reason, including but not limited to violation of these Terms or engaging in fraudulent or abusive behavior.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales. Any disputes arising from these Terms or your use of the website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

15. Changes to These Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the new Terms on this page and updating the "Last updated" date. Your continued use of the website after changes become effective constitutes your acceptance of the revised Terms.

16. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

17. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms and Conditions, please contact us: