Terms and Conditions

Last updated: 4/15/2025

These Terms and Conditions govern the use of naomiontheroadagain.com. This Site is owned and operated by Naomi Koshiishi. This Site is a blog. By using this Site, you indicate that you have read and understand these Terms and Conditions and agree to abide by them at all times.

Intellectual Property
All content published and made available on our Site is the property of Naomi Koshiishi and the Site's creators. This includes, but is not limited to images, text, logos, documents, downloadable files and anything that contributes to the composition of our Site.

Acceptable Use Policy
As a user of our Site, you agree to use our Site legally, not to use our Site for illegal purposes, and not to:

Harass or mistreat other users of our Site;
Violate the rights of other users of our Site;
Violate the intellectual property rights of the Site owners or any third party to the Site;
Hack into the account of another user of the Site;
Act in any way that could be considered fraudulent; or
Post any material that may be deemed inappropriate or offensive.

If we believe you are using our Site illegally or in a manner that violates these Terms and Conditions, we reserve the right to limit, suspend or terminate your access to our Site. We also reserve the right to take any legal steps necessary to prevent you from accessing our Site.

Comment Policy & Community Guidelines

We welcome diverse perspectives, thoughtful conversation, and cultural exchange. To maintain a healthy and respectful digital space, and preserve the integrity and safety of our platform, the following comment policy applies to all blog and social media discussions. We do not tolerate:

No hate speech, harassment, or personal attacks, including discriminatory language based on race, gender, religion, orientation, nationality, or ability
No spam, link drops, or off-topic promotions, self-promotion in comments or social channels
Harassment, trolling, or abusive behavior toward the author or other readers
Posting off-topic ads or irrelevant promotional links
Misuse of comment sections for political, inflammatory, or non-travel-related content

Stay on topic and contribute meaningfully to the conversation by remaining kind, constructive, and travel-conscious. All comments are subject to moderation and may be edited or removed at my discretion. Violations may result in deletion and/or banning from future engagement.

All original content on this website—including writing, photography, and custom AI visuals—is the intellectual property of Naomi Koshiishi unless otherwise credited.

You CAN:

Share my blog posts on social media with clear credit and a link back to the original post.
Share links or short excerpts (under 100 words) on social media, with proper credit and attribution and a direct hyperlink to the source or original post.

You CANNOT:

Republish, reproduce, or distribute any content from this site including full articles, images, or video content without written permission.
Use my content for commercial, AI training, or third-party redistribution without prior agreement.

All content is monitored, and unauthorized reproduction may result in a formal DMCA complaint and further legal action.

Affiliate & Sponsorship Disclosure

In accordance with the FTC guidelines and GDPR transparency requirements, please note the following:

naomiontheroadagain participates in the Booking.com Affiliate Partner Program. When you book through my affiliate links, I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. These funds support the blog’s content and hosting.
This site also features a Patreon sponsorship platform, where readers can support exclusive content, guides, and behind-the-scenes reflections.

All affiliate and sponsor links are clearly marked or contextually disclosed within each post. I only recommend services I trust, use personally, or believe align with respectful travel values.

Third Party Goods and Services
Our Site may offer goods and services from third parties. We cannot guarantee the quality or accuracy of goods and services made available by third parties on our Site. Our Site contains links to third party websites or services that we do not own or control. We are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third party website or service linked to on our Site. It is your responsibility to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of these third party websites before using these sites.

Accuracy Disclaimer

This blog is based on personal travel experiences, reflective narratives, and research available at the time of writing. The content provided is intended for inspiration and general guidance only and is not a substitute for professional, legal, or medical advice. Always verify details before traveling. While I strive for accuracy and cultural sensitivity:

Travel information is subject to change, including hours, entry fees, visa rules, and local regulations.
Readers are encouraged to verify current details independently before making travel plans.
I do not guarantee the availability, safety, or performance of third-party recommendations or services.

Limitation of Liability

By reading or using naomiontheroadagain, you agree that:

Naomi Koshiishi and our directors, officers, agents, employees, subsidiaries, and affiliates will not be liable for any actions, claims, losses, damages, liabilities and expenses including legal fees from your use of the Site.
I am not liable for any personal, financial, physical, emotional, or legal consequences resulting from your use of the information presented on this site.
This includes any outcomes that occur before, during, or after travel based on content accessed here.

Indemnity
I am not responsible for any losses, injuries or travel issues resulting from using any of the information on this site. Except where prohibited by law, by using this Site you indemnify and hold harmless Naomi Koshiishi and our directors, officers, agents, employees, subsidiaries, and affiliates from any actions, claims, losses, damages, liabilities and expenses including legal fees arising out of your use of our Site or your violation of these Terms and Conditions.

Applicable Law
These Terms and Conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Hawaii.

Severability, if at any time any of the provisions set forth in these Terms and Conditions are found to be inconsistent or invalid under applicable laws, those provisions will be deemed void and will be removed from these Terms and Conditions. All other provisions will not be affected by the removal and the rest of these Terms and Conditions will still be considered valid.

Changes, these Terms and Conditions may be amended from time to time in order to maintain compliance with the law and to reflect any changes to the way we operate our Site and the way we expect users to behave on our Site. We will notify users by email of changes to these Terms and Conditions or post a notice on our Site.

Respect Creative Work

I’ve poured time, heart, and effort into every piece of content on this site. If you'd like to feature my work or collaborate, please reach out via the Contact page—I’m always open to ethical partnerships. Thank you for helping protect creators and uphold respectful content sharing.

— Naomi, naomiontheroadagain

Contact Details
Please contact us if you have any questions or concerns. Our contact details are as follows: info@naomiontheroadagain.com

You can also contact us through the contact form available on our Site.

Effective Date: 15th day of April, 2025