I- ENROLLMENT AND THE PROGRAM Applicants must be 18 or older. The Cultural Immersion Program package included the following: the Portuguese course including books and related materials, a bilingual guide for the social activities – 3 in the basic itinerary + 1 social night out and accommodation with a host family - breakfast provided. We recommend the host family option. If for whatever reason the applicant prefers an apartment or a hotel room instead, a fee will be added to the overall program cost. As seasonal demand for rooms is quite high, we recommend that reservations be made well in advance to assure student’s lodging. The applicant will receive confirmation of enrollment within 24hs of receiving the application. II- DURING THE PROGRAM The basic itinerary grants the student a guide for three activities per week to be agreed upon with a Brazilian Trip representative. One "social night out" is also included in the program itinerary. On the first day of each week, students shall receive the event schedule for that week. Be aware that neither activity or transportation fees are included in the program cost. Scheduled activities have an appointed day. Should a student miss any activity, they will not be eligible for a refund or repeat of the event. III- WEEKEND TRIP Brazilian Trip arranges weekend trips (not included in the package) provided that the following requirements are met: a) A minimum of student participation. b) Favorable weather conditions. IV- DEPOSITS In order to assure student enrollment, Brazilian Trip Corporation requires a 20% deposit. V- PAYMENT In order to enroll in the program, Brazilian Trip Corporation requires full payment via bank deposit or money transfer. Any enrollment made after the registration date incurs an additional US$30.00 fee. Should an applicant be late with tuition payment, applicant will be deleted from the program and will forfeit enrollment deposit. VI- ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURES DATES At time of registration, applicant must inform Brazilian Trip Corporation of their expected arrival date. Upon completion of the program, transportation will be provided by Brazilian Trip Corporation to the airport at no additional cost. If student misses the scheduled airport departure, Brazilian Trip will not be held responsible. VII- CHANGE OF PROGRAM AND CANCELLATION Students are responsible for making any necessary changes to the program, itinerary, accomodation or any other detail two weeks before program commencement. Applicants must inform Brazilian Trip Corporation by E-mail or fax of any desired changes. Brazilian Trip Corporation advises that any change will incur an additional fee of US$50.00. Brazilian Trip Corporation advises that cancellations must be made at least two weeks before course start date in order to be eligible for a 50% refund. Brazilian Trip Corporation will not refund applicant enrollment fee. VIII- ARRIVAL Applicants arriving on their appointed date will be welcomed by Brazilian Trip staff at the airport and escorted to their lodging. Lodging begins Sunday and ends on the following saturday. If the applicant does not arrive on the appointed date, Brazilian Trip Corporation must be notified so proper "late arrival transporation" arrangements can be made. Applicants should take note that such special arrangements will incur an additional fee. If the applicant fails to arrive for program commencement, full tuition, or even partial tuition, will not be refunded. In the event that the student's stay falls on a holiday, no classes will be held, and therefore, will not count against his or her appointed program dates. IX- GRIEVANCES Students should immediately report any problem that might arise during course program duration concerning dissatisfaction with accommodations, course or activities. Brazilian Trip Corporation prides itself on maintaining the highest level of guest satisfaction. Brazilian Trip Corporation will not be responsible for problems not pertaining to the program. X- LIABILITY Brazilian Trip Corporation wishes to make it clear that students are responsible for health care, security and any other personal expenses. Any accident or loss that results from disregarding company rules is not the responsibility of Brazilian Trip Corporation. Host family, teachers and Brazilian Trip staff will respect and treat students courteously, and expect students to treat them accordingly. Nevertheless, abusive behavior, illegal drugs or alcohol consumption will not be tolerated within the host family home. Brazilian Trip Corporation reserves the right to terminate student participation if student fails to comply with company and/or program policies. They also reserve the right to terminate program participation for any reason deemed necessary to ensure the well being or safety of the host family or staff. Brazilian Trip Corporation also reserves the right to terminate student’s enrollment; sending the student home in the event that they violate the above stated rules. Whatever damage results from violation of Brazilian Trip Corporation policy shall be the responsibility of the student. XI- VISA/PASSPORT Student must follow visa/passport diplomatic procedures of country of origin. See tips in the Traveler’s Check List. XII-VOLUNTEER WORK To take part in a volunteer work, the following is necessary: - An absolute committment to the program. - A minimum student permanence of one month in the cultural immersion program. - All brazilian institutions require at least one month of volunteer work, therefore the student that wishes to take part in a volunteer program must remain at least one month in Rio de Janeiro.