Terms of service. Effective 4/1/25

ABA CON Liability & Participation Terms 

Presented by Voilà Travel Service, LLC, (DBA ABA CON)

1. Participation Agreement

By registering, attendees agree to all terms outlined here Participation in ABA CON at Sea is voluntary and at the attendee’s own risk. Attendees agree to comply with all event guidelines and policies.

2. Educational Disclaimer

Continuing Education Units (CEUs) are provided in accordance with BACB standards and guidelines. Missed sessions or CEUs due to personal reasons or changes in the cruise itinerary are not the responsibility of Voilà Travel Service, LLC or event organizers.

CEU Credit Compliance (BACB/ACE Guidelines)

  • All CEU sessions are designed to meet the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) ACE guidelines.

  • Attendance is required for the full duration of sessions to receive credit.

  • Participants must sign in and out for each session; partial attendance may not qualify for CEUs.

  • CEU certificates will be issued post-event, typically within 30 days.

  • Any complaints or concerns about CEU content or providers should be submitted in writing within 14 days after the event.

Attendance & Participation

  • Sessions will start and end promptly as scheduled.

  • Mobile devices should be silenced during sessions.

  • Virtual or recorded sessions (if offered) will have guidelines for accessing and usage.

3. Health & COVID-19

Attendees agree to follow all health and safety protocols related to COVID-19 or other health advisories issued by suppliers, local health authorities, or event organizers. Attendees acknowledge the inherent risks associated with travel during a pandemic or public health concern.  Health and safety guidelines are subject to change per local and cruise line regulations.

4. Liability Waiver

Voilà Travel Service, LLC, and all associated parties are not liable for any injury, illness, loss, damage, or other harm that may occur during the event, including but not limited to travel-related incidents, health issues, or disruptions caused by third parties, including suppliers. Participation in tours, shipboard and shore activities, is at the attendee’s discretion and risk.

5. Cancellation & Refunds

We reserve the right to change event details or cancel events at our discretion. If an event is canceled by us, a refund will be issued.

Conference fees are refundable minus credit card processing fees if the event is canceled by Voilà Travel Service, LLC.

Cruise cancellations, rescheduling, or itinerary changes are subject to Supplier's terms and conditions and not refundable by Voila Travel Service, LLC.

If cruise supplier reschedules the cruise or changes ports but the conference proceeds, no refunds will be provided. Voilà Travel Service, LLC and affiliates are not responsible for cruise line decisions or changes.

6. Travel Insurance and Travel Booking Services

Travel insurance is strongly recommended to cover unforeseen cancellations, interruptions, or medical emergencies.

If you book travel through Voila Travel Service, LLC, the travel arrangements are subject to the terms and conditions of individual providers (airlines, cruise lines, hotels, etc.). We are not responsible for changes, delays, or cancellations made by third-party travel suppliers.

7. Photo & Media Release

Attendees grant permission to Voilà Travel Service, LLC and affiliates to capture and use photographs, videos, and recordings, including CEU session footage, for future marketing, educational, promotional purposes, or future online CEU offerings.

  • Participants who do not wish to be recorded should notify event staff prior to sessions.

8. Code of Conduct

All attendees are expected to behave professionally and respectfully. Disruptive behavior may result in removal from the event without refund.

  • Participants, presenters, and sponsors must adhere to respectful, professional behavior.

  • Harassment, discrimination, or disruptive behavior will not be tolerated and may result in removal from the event without refund.

  • Participants are expected to engage in sessions in a distraction-free manner.

9. Privacy

Voilà Travel Service, LLC and ABA CON respect your privacy. Your personal information will be used solely for event registration, communication, and coordination. In the course of the event, your basic registration details (such as name, title, and organization) may be visible to other attendees and approved event sponsors through the digital platform used for event engagement. This limited visibility is intended to support networking, connection, and sponsor benefits as part of your event experience. We do not sell your information. Any sponsor or third-party access is restricted to what is necessary for participation and engagement during the event and may not be used beyond the scope of the event without your consent. You may have options to manage your visibility and communication settings on the platform.

  • ABA CON registration materials and access may not be transferred, shared, or reproduced without prior written consent.

10. Dispute Resolution

  • Any disputes related to the event should first be brought to the attention of Voilà Travel Service, LLC.

  • In case of unresolved conflicts, arbitration will be pursued under Nevada state law.