Our Terms and Conditions of
Service effective: September 22, 2011
(Subject to being periodically updated.)
Celebrating more than 30 years in the red suit!
THE SANTA CLAUS OATH
I will seek
knowledge to be well versed in the mysteries of bringing Christmas cheer and good will to
all the people that I encounter in my journeys and travels.
I shall be
dedicated to hearing the secret dreams of both children and adults. I understand that the
true and only gift I can give, as Santa, is me.
I acknowledge that
some of the requests I will hear will be difficult and sad. I know in these difficulties
there lays an opportunity to bring a spirit of warmth, understanding and compassion. I
know the "real reason for the season" and know that I am blessed to be able to
be a part of it.
I realize that I
belong to a brotherhood and will be supportive, honest and show fellowship to my peers. I
promise to use "my" powers to create happiness, spread love and make fantasies
come to life in the true and sincere tradition of the Santa Claus Legend.
I pledge myself to
these principles as a descendant of St. Nicholas the gift giver of Myra.
The contents, words and descriptions of the Santa
Claus Oath are copyrighted under an attachment with Arcadia Publishing 2008 by Phillip L.
Wenz. ISBN # 978-0-7385-4149-5 LCCC # 2007925452 The Santa Claus Oath is also protected
and registered with Creative Commons License 2008 by Phillip L. Wenz
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We have taken this Oath of Conduct
to heart
and we will honor it everyday of our lives.
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Background investigation(s) on file.
In addition to several traditional
combinations, we can appear in pool, beach, or cruise wear, casual or business attire, or
evening gown and tuxedo combinations!
We even have large, red and white
umbrellas!
Definitions
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A
"visitation" shall be understood as an individual date within an
"appearance" agreement.
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An
"appearance" shall be understood as the total of agreed upon dates and hours of
"visitation", within a thirty day period, for any one client.
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The Christmas
Season shall be understood as the period of days between November 1 (All Saint's Day) and
February 2 (Candlmas), inclusive.
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General Information
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All
"appearances" and private parties must be booked through Mr. Claus, and
confirmed in writing (email is sufficient and completely binding)
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Contact
Mr. Claus directly for a rate quote. Please provide as many known details as
you can for the quickest and most accurate quote.
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All bookings
are for Mr. and Mrs. Claus together. There will be no Santa-only
"visitation".
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All Christmas
Season "appearances" shall be considered confirmed and fully
non-refundable for total hours agreed to after 12:01 AM on October 1st. Changes to
actual dates of "visitation" and locations may be flexible after this date
depending upon Mr. and Mrs. Claus' availability to adjust their schedule.
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Non-Christmas
Season "appearances" shall be considered confirmed and fully non-refundable for
total hours agreed to after 12:01 AM 14 days before the earliest date of
"visitation". Changes to actual dates of "visitation" and
locations may be flexible after this date depending upon Mr. and Mrs. Claus' availability
to adjust their schedule.
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Cancellation Information
PLEASE NOTE: Since 1979 a
"visitation" has never been cancelled.
Only once has one been rescheduled
- due to foul weather.
It is of primary importance to Mr. and
Mrs. Claus that no child be or remain disappointed!
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Mr. and Mrs.
Claus may cancel, at their sole discretion, any date of "visitation" due to foul
weather or illness.
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For hours cancelled due to
foul weather or illness, which cannot be rescheduled, the 50% non-refundable retainer will
serve as payment in full.
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Full payment remains due
for the confirmed hours of dates of "visitation" cancelled by the client, which
are not rescheduled by client.
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100% full refund will be
issued for any cancellations due to scheduling conflicts caused by Mr. Claus.
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It is
preferred that all cancelled dates of "visitation", for any reason, be
rescheduled in full as soon as mutually convenient.
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Special Conditions
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There cannot
be any fur, smoke, or animals any where near Mr. and Mrs. Claus. This is for medical
reasons and is non-negotiable.
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A pair of
appropriate, weight appropriate, sturdy, four legged chairs with arms, shall be provided
for Mr. and Mrs. Claus to conduct any seated "visitation" with children.
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Mr. and Mrs.
Claus will supply their own costumes.
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Amateur
photography is always allowed.
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Professional
photography will be disclosed and negotated as part of the agreement of
"appearance".
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Out of Area "appearances"
Client pays all customary and
usual fees and tips.
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It is
understood that the normal area for our "appearances" is within 50 miles one-way
of Newport News, Virginia, 23608
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Full-size car
rental from a nation-wide rental company shall apply to self-driven locations beyond our
normal area and be delivered and picked up.
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IRS Mileage
rates shall also apply to self-driven locations beyond our normal area.
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Client
provides for any necessary taxi or shuttle service.
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Any flight or
train transportation beyond our normal area shall be ticketed first class, and be door to
door.
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Any hotel
suite required beyond our normal area shall provide: microwave, refrigerator, coffee
maker, iron, and full breakfast. (e.g.: Best Western Premiere or better)
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Three star
restaurant dinners shall be provided each day for both Mr. and Mrs. Claus, while beyond
our normal area. Client shall provide breakfast also, if the hotel does not.
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Payment Information
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Private
Parties are quoted flat rate and generally last less than one hour and consist of ten or
fewer children.
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A 50%
non-refundable retainer is required, at the time of booking.
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Final payment
shall be received immediately after services are rendered.
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Payment
methods, in US Dollars: cash, check or money order, and credit cards or eChecks via
PayPal. (Additional fees apply. Ask before planning to use PayPal.)
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" In putting on this suit and entering the sleigh, the wearer waives
any and all rights to any previous identity, real or implied, and fully accepts the duties
and responsibilities of Santa Claus, in perpetunity until such time that the wearer
becomes unable to do so, by either accident or design"
- The Santa Clause,
1994
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You are listening to the USAF Academy
Band performing "Santa Claus is Coming to Town".
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