At Big Beach Travel, every great trip starts with a strong foundation. To provide you with the highest level of service, professionalism, and protection, I’ve outlined a few key steps below. These documents and forms are designed to streamline the planning process while safeguarding your privacy, identity, and financial information.

Client Services and Protection

  • Client Intake Form

    Every traveler is unique—and so is every trip I plan. The more I know upfront, the better I can curate options that truly fit you. This form helps reduce back-and-forth emails and ensures:

    I have all the information I need to begin research

    No important details are overlooked

    We can focus on the fun part—dreaming up your next adventure!

  • Identify Verification

    At Big Beach Travel, your safety, privacy, and trust are top priorities.

    When making initial contact or submitting a travel inquiry, you may be asked to verify your identity. This extra step is in place for two important reasons: Identify and Fraud Protection

  • Professional Services Agreement

    Big Beach Travel – Professional Services Agreement (PSA)
    Effective upon client acknowledgment and/or payment of any planning or proposal fee

    This Professional Services Agreement ("Agreement") is entered into between Big Beach Travel (a travel advisory service operated by Vanessa McIntyre, affiliated with Fora Travel, Inc.) and the undersigned client ("Client").

    By engaging the services of Big Beach Travel and submitting payment for any planning or proposal fee, the Client agrees to the following terms and conditions as noted in the PSA

  • Credit Card Authorization Form

    Terms and Conditions Acknowledgment

    I authorize Vanessa McIntyre of Big Beach Travel to charge my credit card for the applicable planning/proposal fee.

    I understand this fee is non-refundable and separate from booking costs.

    I agree to review all travel documents and that Big Beach Travel is not liable for client errors or omissions.

    I will not initiate a chargeback and will address any disputes directly with Big Beach Travel.

    I acknowledge that Big Beach Travel acts as a booking agent and is not liable for third-party disruptions or force majeure events.

    I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Big Beach Travel for any losses, errors, or disruptions outside their control.