Welcome to The Traveling Vagabond, your trusted companion for self-powered exploration, minimalist travel, and meaningful adventures. These Terms of Service (“Terms”) govern your use of our website, guides, and resources, including our content on bikepacking, gear, and destinations. By accessing or using our site, you agree to comply with these Terms. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our services. To learn more about our mission, visit our About page.
Acceptance of Terms
By exploring our website, subscribing to our newsletter, or engaging with our content in Bikepacking Adventures, Gear Guides, Destinations, or Lifestyle & Lessons, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and our Privacy Policy. We reserve the right to update these Terms at any time, with changes posted on this page. Continued use of our site after updates signifies acceptance of the revised Terms.
Use of Our Services
The Traveling Vagabond provides resources, stories, and tips to inspire minimalist travel and self-powered adventures. You agree to use our services responsibly and in accordance with applicable laws. Prohibited activities include:
- Copying, distributing, or modifying our content without permission.
- Using our site for unlawful purposes or to harm others.
- Attempting to access restricted areas or interfere with site functionality.
Our content is intended for personal use to plan your adventures. For questions about appropriate use, reach out via our Contact page.
Affiliate Links and Recommendations
We participate in affiliate programs, including the Amazon Associates Program. When you click links to products like bikepacking gear or travel books on our Resources page (e.g., Amazon.com), we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. These commissions help us provide free guides and content for our community. We only recommend products we trust for minimalist travel. For more details, see our Privacy Policy.
Content and Intellectual Property
All content on our website, including text, guides, and images in Gear Guides or Destinations, is the property of The Traveling Vagabond or its licensors and is protected by copyright and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works without express permission. For external inspiration, we recommend AdventureCycling.org, a trusted resource for cycling routes.
Limitation of Liability
The Traveling Vagabond provides content and resources “as is” without warranties of any kind. We are not liable for any direct, indirect, or consequential damages arising from your use of our site or reliance on our guides, such as route planning or gear recommendations. Travel decisions, including safety and preparation, are your responsibility. For more details, review our Disclaimer. If you encounter issues, contact us via our Contact page.
Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend access to our site or services if you violate these Terms or engage in conduct that harms our community. If access is terminated, you will no longer be able to engage with restricted content or services.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by applicable laws. Any disputes arising from your use of our site will be resolved in accordance with legal processes. For additional legal information, see our Disclaimer.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms to reflect changes in our services or legal requirements. Updates will be posted here, and we encourage you to review this page periodically. Continued use of our site after updates signifies agreement to the revised Terms.
Thank you for choosing The Traveling Vagabond to inspire your minimalist travel adventures. Questions about these Terms? Reach out via our Contact page.