Terms of Service

Last Updated: March 16, 2025

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Blue Bear Edutour LLC website and services, you agree to be bound by these Terms of Service. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our services.

1.1 Intended Audience and Geographic Scope

This website and the services provided by Blue Bear Edutour LLC are primarily intended for and directed to users located in the Republic of Korea who are seeking educational opportunities in the United States. Our primary audience consists of Korean families, students, and educational consultants who require assistance with U.S. educational programs.

1.2 Language and Cultural Context

This website contains content in both Korean and English languages, with a significant portion of the content being presented in Korean to serve our primary audience. The cultural context, educational guidance, and support services are specifically designed for Korean nationals navigating the U.S. educational system.

2. Description of Services

Blue Bear Edutour LLC provides educational consulting, program placement, and related services for students seeking educational opportunities in the United States, including but not limited to travel schooling, summer programs, and study abroad programs.

3. User Responsibilities

Users of our services agree to:

  • Provide accurate and complete information when registering or submitting information
  • Maintain the confidentiality of any account credentials
  • Notify us immediately of any unauthorized use of your account
  • Use our services in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations

4. Program Applications and Placements

Blue Bear Edutour LLC assists clients in applying to educational programs but does not guarantee acceptance. Final admission decisions are made solely by the educational institutions or program providers.

5. Fees and Payments

Fees for our services are as specified in our service agreements. Payment terms and refund policies will be outlined in individual client contracts.

6. Intellectual Property

All content on the Blue Bear Edutour LLC website, including text, graphics, logos, and software, is the property of Blue Bear Edutour LLC or its content suppliers and is protected by international copyright laws.

7. Limitation of Liability

Blue Bear Edutour LLC shall not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages resulting from your use of or inability to use our services.

8. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Blue Bear Edutour LLC, its officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising from your use of our services or violation of these Terms.

9. Modifications to Terms

Blue Bear Edutour LLC reserves the right to modify these Terms of Service at any time. Changes will be effective upon posting to the website. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

10. Governing Law

These Terms of Service shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Connecticut, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. While our website is primarily intended for users in the Republic of Korea, any legal disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the federal or state courts located in Connecticut, USA. By using this website, you consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

11. Dispute Resolution

11.1 Mandatory Arbitration

Any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms, including the formation, interpretation, breach, or termination thereof, shall be referred to and finally determined by arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in accordance with its Consumer Arbitration Rules. The place of arbitration shall be Connecticut, USA. The language to be used in the arbitral proceedings shall be English. Judgment upon the award rendered by the arbitrator(s) may be entered in any court having jurisdiction thereof.

11.2 Class Action Waiver

You agree that any dispute resolution proceedings will be conducted only on an individual basis and not in a class, consolidated, or representative action. If for any reason a claim proceeds in court rather than in arbitration, you waive any right to a jury trial.

11.3 Contact for Accessibility Concerns

While this website is primarily intended for users in Korea, we strive to make our content accessible to all users. If you experience any difficulty accessing any part of this website, please contact us at hsk@bluebearedutour.com, and we will make reasonable efforts to address your concerns.

12. Website Access and Use

12.1 Limited License

Subject to these Terms, Blue Bear Edutour LLC grants you a non-transferable, non-exclusive, revocable, limited license to access and use the website solely for your personal, non-commercial use related to exploring educational opportunities in the United States.

12.2 Modifications to the Website

We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the website or any service, content, feature, or product offered through the website at any time, with or without notice, and without liability to you.

12.3 Technical Requirements

Users are responsible for obtaining and maintaining all equipment, services, and software needed to access and use the website, including but not limited to compatible devices, internet connectivity, and appropriate browser software.

13. Contact Information

If you have any questions about these Terms of Service, please contact us at:

Blue Bear Edutour LLC
Email: hsk@bluebearedutour.com