1. Program Overview
This Affiliate & Referral Partner Program allows approved individuals and organizations (“Partners”) to earn compensation by referring clients to Gay Vacation Travel and its affiliated brands, including MyBearCruise.com.
Partners may participate as:
- Travel Agents
- Referral Partners (Non-Agents)
- Influencers / Content Creators
Participation is subject to approval and compliance with the terms below.
2. Partner Roles & Authority
Travel Agents
- Must be properly licensed and affiliated with an accredited agency
- May sell and advise clients on travel products
- Earn commission as outlined at the time of booking
Referral Partners & Influencers
- Are not travel agents
- May only refer potential clients
- May not quote prices, collect payments, make guarantees, or offer travel advice
- Must not represent themselves as agents or employees of Gay Vacation Travel
3. Tracking & Attribution
- Each Partner is assigned a unique referral link and/or referral code
- Only bookings tracked through the assigned link or code are eligible for payout
- Gay Vacation Travel’s internal systems (including Tern CRM) are the sole authority for determining referral credit
- Manual overrides are not guaranteed
4. Compensation & Payment
Travel Agents
- Commission rates are disclosed per program
- Paid after final payment is received from the client
Referral Partners & Influencers
- Paid a referral bonus or marketing fee, not a travel commission
- Payment structure may be:
- Flat fee per booking, or
- Percentage of Gay Vacation Travel’s net commission
- Paid after final payment and completion of minimum travel requirements
💳 Payments are issued via check, ACH, or other approved method.
5. Payment Conditions
No compensation is paid if:
- The booking is canceled
- The client does not complete final payment
- The referral cannot be tracked
- Program terms are violated
All payments are subject to standard business accounting timelines.
6. Marketing Guidelines
Partners agree to:
- Promote honestly and accurately
- Use approved logos and brand assets only
- Avoid misleading claims, pricing guarantees, or false urgency
- Comply with FTC disclosure rules (e.g., #ad, #affiliate)
Spam, misrepresentation, or unethical marketing will result in termination.
7. Taxes & Reporting
Partners are responsible for:
- Reporting all income
- Providing required tax documentation (e.g., W-9 for U.S. partners)
- Paying all applicable taxes
Gay Vacation Travel does not provide tax advice.
8. Independent Contractor Status
Partners are independent contractors and not employees, agents, or legal representatives of Gay Vacation Travel or JB Executive Travel Inc.
Nothing in this agreement creates a partnership, joint venture, or employment relationship.
9. Termination
Gay Vacation Travel may:
- Modify compensation structures at any time
- Suspend or terminate participation without notice
- Withhold payment for violations or fraudulent activity
Partners may terminate participation at any time by written notice.
10. Limitation of Liability
Gay Vacation Travel is not liable for:
- Lost income
- Indirect or consequential damages
- Third-party platform outages or tracking failures
Maximum liability shall not exceed unpaid earned referral compensation.
11. Governing Law
This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Florida.
Any disputes shall be resolved in Broward County, Florida.
12. Acceptance of Terms
By applying to or participating in the Affiliate & Referral Partner Program, the Partner acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agree to all terms outlined above.
📞 Questions?
Gay Vacation Travel
JB Executive Travel Inc.
📧 info@gayvacationtravel.com
📱 561-703-0064