1. Vacations include accommodations only! The maximum vacation period is 7 nights and 8 days. The Program does NOT include airfare!

 

2. Qualified categories include Wounded Veterans, Active Duty service men and women including Marines, Army, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, Reservists on Active Duty, National Guard on Active Duty, Veterans recalled to Active Duty and Discharged Veterans of all categories providing proof of honorable service.

 

3. Sponsors that have been issued confirmation numbers and/or certificates of accommodations are responsible for the conduct and actions of their family members and guests.

 

4. It is recommended that applications be submitted at least 12 weeks prior to travel dates requested.  Only one vacation per active duty sponsor is allowed in a calendar year (365 days).  Please allow at least 3 weeks for the initial application to be processed.

 

5. Participants must submit a testimony outlining their vacation experience and how it helped your family reconnect.  IHOOT may request a public relations release to publish your testimony in the resort owners’ newsletters. This will help generate more vacation accommodations for other service men and women.

 

6. The Vacations for Vets Program is not responsible for injuries, property or personal damage, financial obligations or notes signed by members prior to, during or following travel.

 

7. Applicants must complete and submit the application online.  Proof of honorable service can be emailed to applications@ihoot.org or faxed to 410-496-7668, ATTN; Vacations for Vets Program Manager.

 

8.  Confirmation or certificates will be sent directly to applicants from the Vacations for Vets Program Manager by email.

 

9. Your only Point of Contact (POC) is the Vacations for Vets Program Manager! DO NOT CALL THE RESORT. All personal correspondence must be generated online at the “Contact Us” link or by email to applications@ihoot.org.

 

10. The following methods of payment are accepted: MasterCard, VISA, Discover, AMEX, Debit Card displaying the MasterCard or Visa logo either individually or through Pay Pal.  If you are not comfortable with making payment through Pay Pal, contact the Program Manager at applications@ihoot.org.  You are not required to apply for a personal Pay Pal account to use it to pay fees.

 

11. If two eligible members of the same household apply for consecutive weeks at the same site and dates, the applications must be submitted separately with each individual’s contact and payment information and proof of active or honorable service.  Availability is not guaranteed.

 

12. A $300 refundable deposit will be required of applicants that have canceled or changed a confirmed reservation in less than 6-weeks to check in date unless there were confirmed extenuating circumstances.

 

I have read, understand and agree to comply with the Rules and Guidelines. I certify that I am eligible to apply for the Vacations for Vets Program as outlined in paragraph two (2) above and understand that the processing fee is non-refundable.