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Escape Campervans are an award winning Motorhome hire Company providing fun, reliable and economical travel in the USA. Their head office is located in downtown Los Angeles.

Escape Campervans allow you to get off the beaten track and into places that larger recreational vehicles can't reach, and are designed to explore America and Canada in style.

Escape Campervans America are brought to you by the same team who established Escape Rentals in New Zealand.
The same high level of product and service is offered with the same commitment to low prices and uncomplicated Campervan rental terms.

Each of the supplier's Minibagos is unique, hand painted by top local artists and fitted out with everything you need. 

The rental rates are low and uncomplicated, meaning you won't find unpleasant surprises before or after your camper holiday. The supplier is proud of its user friendly rental terms and 'No hidden costs' policy.

Escape Campervans
• Among the most fuel efficient campervans in America.
• 100 free miles/day with every rental.
• Each Camper uniquely hand painted by a top local artist (over 100 flavours to chose from)
• Free starter packs.
• Free picnic chairs.
• Free bedding and duvets/comforters.
• The most comprehensive and uncomplicated insurance terms and rental conditions.
• Flexible hours for Campervan collection times
• No vehicle preparation fees.
• Reliable and modern campervans.
• 24 hour roadside assistance and free-phone helpline.
• Free additional drivers
• Centrally located depots.
• Friendly, personal service and local knowledge and tips to help you and your camper get off the beaten track.
• "No hidden costs" policy.

Escape Rentals USA Rental Terms

Important Information About Your Rentals
On arrival you will be required to sign a rental agreement with the operators of Escape Rentals USA. Here is a summary of their terms and conditions:

Definitions
The following definitions apply for the Terms and Conditions for Escape Rentals USA.

    * The Supplier means the operator of Escape Rentals USA
    * The Client is also referred to as the hirer (s) or renter (s)

Payments
A non-refundable deposit will be taken from your nominated credit card at time of booking confirmation.  This percentage of the total fees will vary depending on the number of days your booking is placed before travel commencement.

The balance payment due will be collected upon pick up of the vehicle.

Note on foreign currency bookings: full balance of payment (including the deposit) will be collected at the time of confirmation if you have elected to process your booking in a currency different to US$.

Some charges may be payable directly to your rental station upon arrival, these will be itemised as such in your breakdown of pricing if and where applicable.
 
Payment must be made in U.S. Dollars in cash or by credit card; MasterCard or Visa.

Cancellation Policy
The initial deposit paid is non-refundable. In addition to forfeiting your deposit, the following charges also apply:
- If the confirmed booking is cancelled at least 33 days before pick up / rental commencement, Escape will not impose any further charges.
- If the confirmed booking is cancelled within 17 - 32 Days of pick up, Escape will charge 15% of the total rental value as a cancellation fee.
- If the confirmed booking is cancelled within 11 - 16 Days of pick up, Escape will charge 25% of the total rental value as a cancellation fee.
- If the confirmed booking is cancelled within 10 days of pick up or there is a no show, Escape will charge full balance.

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend that clients ensure they take out the highest level of Travel Insurance. In many cases this will cover any losses incurred if you are forced to cancel your booking

Booking amendments
It is possible to extend your rental, without incurring a fee, subject to availability.
It is possible to shorten your rental within 24 days of pick up. Shortening a rental will be quoted as a new rental and will be calculated at the retail rate with any current specials not applicable.

Rates Include:
* 100 free miles/Day with every rental
* Vehicle preparation fees
* Free starter packs
* Free picnic chairs
* Free bedding and duvets/comforters
* 24 hour roadside assistance
* Free Additional drivers

Rates Calculation
Rates are calculated as per night. Where a rental crosses into another season, the rate will split to allow for the new season rate.

Driver's License/Proof of Identification
All drivers must hold a valid driver's license for the entire rental period, plus have a credit or debit card.
Only drivers specified on the contract are allowed to drive Escape Campervans vehicles. All specified drivers with their licenses must be present at time of vehicle pick up.

INSURANCE:

Campervan and Liability Insurance
There are two things to consider when renting a Campervan in America:

Damage to the Escape Campervan.
Liability Insurance.

1) Damage to the Escape Campervan
Campervan Insurance is not included in the cost of the rental. The hirer is responsible for any damage caused to the Escape Campervan.

For clients peace of mind, we do offer:

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW)
This costs only $9/Day and reduces the Campervan liability (or excess) to $0
CDW includes:
- Cover for accidental damages
- Windscreen (1 windscreen covered per rental)
- Protection against theft and vandalism
- Tire damage(2 tires covered per rental)

2) Liability Insurance
This is to protect clients against 3rd party claims if they injure a person or damage someone else’s property. Basic Statutory limits for liability and property damage is included in Escape Campervans daily rate. The liability levels change between the various States as per below:

Statutory Limits

Your rental agreement provides you with cover for the basic statutory limits for liability and property damage. The table that follows displays the minimum financial responsibility or compulsory liability insurance limits for all the states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the Canadian provinces.
                         
The laws of all states express the requirements in terms of split limits. 
For example, if the chart shows "25/50/10", the law requires that the policy provide at least $25,000 for bodily injury to each person, $50,000 for all bodily injury, and $10,000 for property damage, each accident.
                         
The insurance laws of some states also state the requirement in terms of a combined single limit.  For example, if the chart shows "15/30/10 or 40", the law provides that a policy with a combined single limit of at least $40,000 will also satisfy the requirement.  A combined single limit of $40,000 means that the insurance will pay up to $40,000 for all bodily injury and property damage arising out of each accident.  The required limits for the Canadian provinces are expressed as combined single limits only.
   

STATE LIMITS

If your own travel insurance does not include liability cover to US$1,000,000, the supplier can offer this for an additional $9.95/day. This Liability Insurance is called 'Supplementary liability Insurance' (SLI) and is completely optional. The supplier's insurance companies terms are as follows:

SUPPLEMENTAL LIABILITY INSURANCE

Increase your third party liability protection coverage to a maximum of $1,000,000.

SLI is excess automobile insurance that protects you and any authorized driver, as defined in the rental agreement, against third party automobile claims for bodily injury and property damage caused during permitted use of the rental vehicle.

SLI provides you with the following benefits:
* SLI provides you with a high limit of liability protection up to one million dollars ($1,000,000).
* When you accept SLI, the plan will provide you with excess coverage for the difference between that provided in your rental agreement, if any, and up to one million dollars ($1,000,000).

SLI does not provide coverage:
* If you violate the terms and conditions or use restrictions of the rental agreement.
* For bodily injury or property damage sustained by you and/or relatives, as defined, residing with you or by any authorized driver and/or relatives, as defined, residing with them
* For uninsured motorist, underinsured motorist, first party benefits, no-fault or other liability insurance that is optional or can be waived or rejected. When accepting SLI, you agree to waive or reject, to the extent allowed by law, any such insurance.
* SLI does not provide coverage for minimum financial responsibility limits if not provided for in your rental agreement.

SUPPLEMENT TO RENTAL AGREEMENT
YOU and WE agree to Amend the Agreement entered into between YOU and US, on the same date as identified on the Rental Agreement as follows:

LIABILITY PROTECTION
A. We will indemnify, hold harmless, and defend You and any Authorized Operators from and against liability to third parties, which by definition excludes any of your or any authorized operators family members related by blood, marriage or adoption residing with you or them, for the difference between the liability protection limits provided in Paragraph "B" below and:

1) A MAXIMUM COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT OF ONE MILLION ($1,000,000) DOLLARS PER OCCURRENCE FOR BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE, INCLUDING OWNERS LIABILITY IF THE ACCIDENT RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THE RENTAL VEHICLE AS PERMITTED BY THIS AGREEMENT.
2) THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE "UNINSURED MOTORIST", "UNDERINSURED MOTORIST", "SUPPLEMENTARY NO FAULT", OR ANY OTHER OPTIONAL COVERAGE TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW; WE AND YOU HEREBY REJECT THE INCLUSION OF ANY SUCH COVERAGE. In the event that such coverage is imposed by law, the limits of such coverage will be the minimum required by law of the jurisdiction in which the accident occurs.

B. IF AN ACCIDENT RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THE RENTAL VEHICLE, YOUR INSURANCE OR THE INSURANCE OF THE OPERATOR OF THE RENTAL VEHICLE WILL BE PRIMARY. This means that we will not grant any defense or indemnity protection under this paragraph if either you or the operator of the Rental Vehicle are covered by any other valid and collectible automobile liability insurance, either primary, excess or contingent, with the limits at least equal to the minimum required by the state financial responsibility law where the accident occurs. Further, you warrant that such insurance coverage is effective as of the date of Rental Agreement or Addendum.

C. We warrant that the protection described in Paragraph "A" above is primary with respect to any insurance coverage you or any Authorized Operator may have other than as agreed to by parties in Paragraph "B" above. THIS PROTECTION IS VOID IN MEXICO. THE RENTAL VEHICLE MAY NOT BE DRIVEN INTO MEXICO WITHOUT FIRST OBTAINING SPECIFIC WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM US AND OBTAINING INSURANCE VALID IN MEXICO, WHICH IS AVAILABLE AT THE BORDER.

D. You and all Authorized Operators will indemnify and hold us, our agents and employees harmless from and against any loss, Liability and expense, in excess of the limits or beyond the scope of the protection provided for above, arising from the use or possession of the Rental Vehicle by You or by any Authorized Operator or other person with your, his or her permission.

E. Coverage is void and not effective if you violate the terms and or conditions of the Rental Agreement or if Rental Vehicle was obtained through a Rental Agreement based on Fraudulent information.

F. Renter accepts or declines Coverage at rate included in this web site and in the material provided to you. Acceptance is proof of Coverage under Policy issued to Lessor as outlined in this brochure. The SLI insurance program is offered by an independent insurance company. The insurance premium administration and/or service fee, if any, are included in the daily renal rate as stated in your these forms. The terms and conditions of SLI Coverage are outlined on this web site.

Clients Insurance Options summarised

                          1. Damage to the Escape Camper                                                     2. Liability Insurance    

Unlike other operators, Escape does not make additional Insurance compulsory and we do not push the various options on our clients. It's entirely their decision which combination suits their budget, peace of mind level and also any other Travel Insurance they may have already purchased. Clients do not need to decide which option suits best now. We will explain any queries they have at the time of Campervan collection and they can decide at pick up if they want to take extra insurance or not.

U.S. and CANADIAN Residents:
If clients are a U.S. or Canadian resident with a valid driver's license from either country and have automobile insurance that provides full coverage for rental vehicles (including minivans), they may have coverage for our Campervans. They should check with their insurance company prior to pickup of rental vehicle. They will need to decline our CDW and SLI options and they will be responsible for making a claim through their insurance company. They should supply us with their insurance information at the time of Campervan collection.

Regardless of which Insurance option is selected, all clients will need to provide a valid Credit or Debit Card to allow Escape Campervans to Imprint before they depart. This is an imprint only. Funds are not collected or frozen and the purpose of the
imprint is in the situation where damage occurs and the terms of the Rental Contract have been breached.

Insurance-Exclusions
The renter is fully liable for any damage to the Escape Campers campervan or third party property if:

• The terms of the rental contract are breached.
• The driver does not hold an appropriate driver’s licence.
• Damage to the campervan is caused by careless, wilful or reckless driving.
• Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Driving on unsealed or restricted roads or restricted areas.
• Water submersion or saltwater damage is caused through own fault.

Hirer’s obligations and ‘Operator error’
The hirer must maintain the water, oil and tire pressures during their journey.
Hirers will be fully accountable for, but not limited to the following:
Engine overheating, running out of oil, incorrect fuel put into vehicle, getting the vehicle stuck. Liability is total damage and expenses despite the liability amount listed on the rental agreement. (CDW relates to accident damage only)

Mechanical Repairs and Accidents
Contact Escape on their 24 hour free phone number if you have any problems or any irregularities develop with the camper. Failure to notify Escape immediately of any performance irregularities, or damage could affect grounds for compensation.

In the event of a breakdown Escape will either:

• Provide a replacement vehicle
• Refund the lost days use of the vehicle
• Extend the hire to account for lost days

Client will not undertake any repairs without first contacting Escape.
There will be no refund for days lost, towing and any other expenses arising from ‘Operator error’. Clients acknowledge that Escape Campervans Inc will not be liable for retrospective claims due to vehicle malfunction or accident damage.

Minimum Age of Drivers
All drivers must be 21 years of age or older. Proof of age must be ascertained by a valid driver's license.

Additional Drivers
There is no additional charge for extra drivers.

Depot operating days
We operate 7 days a week and only close on the following days:

Christmas Day - December 25
New Years Day - January 1st
Independence Day - July 4th
Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
Thanksgiving Day - 4th Thursday in November

Vehicle Pick Up and Drop Off
Vehicles are available for pick up between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and must be returned by 10:00 a.m. on the agreed drop-off date. Late returns of more than 1 hour will incur a full day rental charge and possible other charges relating to compensating follow on clients. Clients can book an afternoon return, but they will be charged for the drop off day.
No refunds will be granted for shortened rentals. There are no refunds for late pick up or early return of vehicles. 

Minimum and Maximum Rental Period
The minimum rental period is 7 Days. There is no maximum rental period.

Mileage
Rates include 100 miles per day (averaged over the rental). Extra miles will be charged at 25¢ per mile.
An additional 100 miles per day can be purchased for $15/day (giving a total of 200 miles per day).
An unlimited miles package can be pre-purchased for US$19 per day.

State Sales Tax
Sales tax is added to the total hire amount and the sales tax rate applies to the City/depot of collection.
Los Angeles: 9.25%
San Francisco: 8.5%
Las Vegas: 8.1%

One way / drop off fees
Please see the chart below for drop off charges and Minimum Rental periods.
Shorter bookings can be made by request.

Road Restrictions
Renter is liable for all damages to vehicle, tires, towing charges and other expenses as a result of a breakdown, collision, or other, associated with operating Escape Campervans vehicles in these areas. Escape Campervans' insurance protection will also be null and void. The following are restricted areas:

• Anywhere in Mexico.
• Death Valley between the dates 1st March and 30th September
• Any unimproved road, trail, track
• Any off-road areas (dunes, beaches, riverbeds, logging roads, forest trails, dirt trails etc.)
• Any Salt plains (incl Burning Man festival)

General Rules

• Escape Campervans are a no smoking zone.
• No pets are allowed (except designated Service Dogs) in the vehicles.
• All passengers must use seatbelts while vehicle is in motion.
• Escape Campervans does not accept any liability for any injuries incurred to passengers travelling in the back of the vehicle and/or while not using seatbelts.

Los Angeles (LAX) Airport Transfer:
You have an option, at the time of booking, to request a transfer from and to Los Angeles (LAX) Airport and the depot in Los Angelese. The cost for transfer from and to LAX is $20 (1-4 persons). This transfer service is also available for any LAX Airport area hotels.

General Conditions
All rentals are subject to the terms and conditions of Escape Campervans' Rental Agreement.   Rates, policies, terms and conditions   are subject to change without notice. Escape Campervans assumes no responsibility for any detention, delay, loss, damage or injury that Renter might experience, no matter how it is caused or by whom.

Camper Allocations:
Escape have more than 100 individually painted designs. Clients may like to request either comic, nature, scenic or surreal when they book. Escape will do their best to match up client requests with their allocated Campervan.

Extra Optional Accessories
GPS, Roof Storage box , Picnic table, Car Seat or booster seat, 2 person tent, Solar shower, Awning, Snow chains.
All accessories should be pre-booked to ensure availability

Terms of booking on this website

Information disclaimer
The rates on this website are often heavily discounted. This is due to our negotiated rates and bulk buying power. On very rare occasions, a rate may be displayed incorrectly due to our, or a vehicle supplier's error. In such a case, if you book with us at a quoted rate that is incorrect, we will notify you of any price change and give you the option to proceed or cancel. We make every effort to keep information on our site up to date, but we cannot guarantee this website is free of errors or omissions and retain the right to update or change the information published at any time.

Liability
To the extent permitted by law we/the owners of this website will not be liable to you or to any third party (whether in contract, tort, or otherwise) for any direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage (including but not limited to any accident, injury, delay or loss of enjoyment) arising out of your reliance upon information contained on this website, including but not limited to your use (or inability to use) any products or services described or procured through this website.

When you pick up your vehicle, you will be required to sign a rental agreement with the supplier of the vehicle. Your rental and use of the vehicle will be governed by the terms of the rental agreement and any other documentation or information provided to you by the supplier at the time you pick up your vehicle. The rental agreement is between you and the supplier and we will not be liable to you or to any third party in relation to the terms of the supplier’s rental agreement or any other documentation provided to you by the supplier at the time of pick up.

While we will make reasonable efforts to ensure we are representing only reputable suppliers, we make no warranty about the fitness or suitability of any third party (supplier) product or service and will not accept responsibility for the quality or fitness of any vehicle. We welcome feedback from our customers on their experience with our suppliers. We may, at our discretion, provide you with reasonable assistance in resolving any dispute you may have with a supplier.

Our total liability to you in relation to your use of this website and the information contained on this website will not exceed the dollar amount of the deposit we have received from you in relation to your booking/rental. Refunds will not be made for bookings cancelled due to inclement weather. Again, we strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance. Your use of this website is governed by the laws of New Zealand and the jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.

Booking information
To make a booking you must complete our booking form which is easy to follow and secured with the latest encryption technology. Once we receive your form, we will, subject to availability, confirm your booking by emailing you a confirmation voucher and invoice. The deposit required to secure your vehicle (as shown on the secure booking page) will only be processed on your credit card when your booking is confirmed. Please note that a 1.75% credit card charge will be added when your payment is processed.

A booking is confirmed when you have been emailed a confirmation voucher and at this stage the deposit is processed on your card and becomes non-refundable and any cancellation fees stated in the supplier's terms apply. Upon receipt of your confirmation, please check your details carefully and notify us immediately if there are any incorrect details, as it may not be possible to make changes at a later date.

If you are booking via phone, please make sure you have read the terms and conditions of the vehicle you wish to rent first. Our reservations consultant will ask you if you have read the terms and agree to them before proceeding. The onus is always on the renter to ensure they make themselves fully aware of the terms displayed on our website.

Information disclosure
In booking on this website you acknowledge that we disclose your information to your selected Supplier in order to provide the requested rental services.

Amendments
Please note that some suppliers treat an amendment as a new booking and apply the rate current at the time the amendment is made to recalculate the entire booking amount (not just the days changed). If the rental period is increased, an additional deposit may be required. If the rental period is shortened which results in a reduction of the rental charges, the deposit amount will remain unchanged, and the difference between the original and revised deposit is forfeited (it cannot be used towards remaining rental charges). To request a change to a confirmed booking, please use the alterations request link on your confirmation. Any alterations are subject to availability and the approval of the supplier. In addition to the alteration policy of the supplier stated in their terms, the following charges will apply:
Motorhome rental alterations (all charges stated in local currency):
To change dates or times that result in a recalculation of rental rates, or to change vehicles or locations: 75.00
To add or remove extras to/from confirmed booking: 20.00
The alteration fee will not be charged if your alteration request is not possible.

Vehicle Capacity and fitness to drive
Under no circumstances are you permitted to carry more passengers than the vehicle you rent is legally registered to carry, and if you do your insurance may be invalidated. The number of seatbelts (and passengers) is indicated next to each vehicle on this website. Luggage capacity where shown is an indication only and we will not be responsible should you be unable to fit your entire luggage into a vehicle. It is your responsibility to choose a journey that is within your capabilities. A vehicle supplier can refuse to rent a vehicle to any person who is in their opinion unfit to drive or does not meet eligibility requirements. In such circumstances we will have no further liability to you.

Refund Policy
We are committed to providing a quality service and aim for complete customer satisfaction. In the event of cancellation, any refunds or penalties are detailed in the terms and conditions of your selected vehicle that you are asked to read and accept at time of booking. In the event you are unsatisfied with our service, please contact us within 48 hours of placing your booking or request and we will work to resolve any issues and determine if compensation is due. In the event you have completed your rental and are unhappy with your vehicle, we are happy to assist you in seeking compensation from the operator of the vehicle.

This website is owned and operated by Motorhome Republic Ltd, a global leader in motorhome rental distribution. Our financial centre and marketing office is based at Level 4 Excelsior House, 6 Commerce St , Auckland, New Zealand. Thank you for booking with us.

Escape Rentals USA Rental Terms for travel between 01-Jan-2011 and 31-Dec-2014

Important Information About Your Rentals
On arrival you will be required to sign a rental agreement with the operators of Escape Rentals USA. Here is a summary of their terms and conditions:

Definitions
The following definitions apply for the Terms and Conditions for Escape Rentals USA.

    * The Supplier means the operator of Escape Rentals USA
    * The Client is also referred to as the hirer (s) or renter (s)

Payments
A non-refundable deposit will be taken from your nominated credit card at time of booking confirmation.  This percentage of the total fees will vary depending on the number of days your booking is placed before travel commencement.

The balance payment due will be collected upon pick up of the vehicle.

Note on foreign currency bookings: full balance of payment (including the deposit) will be collected at the time of confirmation if you have elected to process your booking in a currency different to US$.

Some charges may be payable directly to your rental station upon arrival, these will be itemised as such in your breakdown of pricing if and where applicable.
 
Payment must be made in U.S. Dollars in cash or by credit card; MasterCard or Visa.

Cancellation Policy
The initial deposit paid is non-refundable. In addition to forfeiting your deposit, the following charges also apply:
- If the confirmed booking is cancelled at least 33 days before pick up / rental commencement, Escape will not impose any further charges.
- If the confirmed booking is cancelled within 17 - 32 Days of pick up, Escape will charge 15% of the total rental value as a cancellation fee.
- If the confirmed booking is cancelled within 11 - 16 Days of pick up, Escape will charge 25% of the total rental value as a cancellation fee.
- If the confirmed booking is cancelled within 10 days of pick up or there is a no show, Escape will charge full balance.

Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend that clients ensure they take out the highest level of Travel Insurance. In many cases this will cover any losses incurred if you are forced to cancel your booking

Booking amendments
It is possible to extend your rental, without incurring a fee, subject to availability.
It is possible to shorten your rental within 24 days of pick up. Shortening a rental will be quoted as a new rental and will be calculated at the retail rate with any current specials not applicable.

Rates Include:
* 100 free miles/Day with every rental
* Vehicle preparation fees
* Free starter packs
* Free picnic chairs
* Free bedding and duvets/comforters
* 24 hour roadside assistance
* Free Additional drivers

Rates Calculation
Rates are calculated as per night. Where a rental crosses into another season, the rate will split to allow for the new season rate.

Driver's License/Proof of Identification
All drivers must hold a valid driver's license for the entire rental period, plus have a credit or debit card.
Only drivers specified on the contract are allowed to drive Escape Campervans vehicles. All specified drivers with their licenses must be present at time of vehicle pick up.

INSURANCE:

Campervan and Liability Insurance
There are two things to consider when renting a Campervan in America:

Damage to the Escape Campervan.
Liability Insurance.

1) Damage to the Escape Campervan
Campervan Insurance is not included in the cost of the rental. The hirer is responsible for any damage caused to the Escape Campervan.

For clients peace of mind, we do offer:

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW)
This costs only $9/Day and reduces the Campervan liability (or excess) to $0
CDW includes:
- Cover for accidental damages
- Windscreen (1 windscreen covered per rental)
- Protection against theft and vandalism
- Tire damage(2 tires covered per rental)

2) Liability Insurance
This is to protect clients against 3rd party claims if they injure a person or damage someone else’s property. Basic Statutory limits for liability and property damage is included in Escape Campervans daily rate. The liability levels change between the various States as per below:

Statutory Limits

Your rental agreement provides you with cover for the basic statutory limits for liability and property damage. The table that follows displays the minimum financial responsibility or compulsory liability insurance limits for all the states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the Canadian provinces.
                         
The laws of all states express the requirements in terms of split limits. 
For example, if the chart shows "25/50/10", the law requires that the policy provide at least $25,000 for bodily injury to each person, $50,000 for all bodily injury, and $10,000 for property damage, each accident.
                         
The insurance laws of some states also state the requirement in terms of a combined single limit.  For example, if the chart shows "15/30/10 or 40", the law provides that a policy with a combined single limit of at least $40,000 will also satisfy the requirement.  A combined single limit of $40,000 means that the insurance will pay up to $40,000 for all bodily injury and property damage arising out of each accident.  The required limits for the Canadian provinces are expressed as combined single limits only.
   

STATE LIMITS

If your own travel insurance does not include liability cover to US$1,000,000, the supplier can offer this for an additional $9.95/day. This Liability Insurance is called 'Supplementary liability Insurance' (SLI) and is completely optional. The supplier's insurance companies terms are as follows:

SUPPLEMENTAL LIABILITY INSURANCE

Increase your third party liability protection coverage to a maximum of $1,000,000.

SLI is excess automobile insurance that protects you and any authorized driver, as defined in the rental agreement, against third party automobile claims for bodily injury and property damage caused during permitted use of the rental vehicle.

SLI provides you with the following benefits:
* SLI provides you with a high limit of liability protection up to one million dollars ($1,000,000).
* When you accept SLI, the plan will provide you with excess coverage for the difference between that provided in your rental agreement, if any, and up to one million dollars ($1,000,000).

SLI does not provide coverage:
* If you violate the terms and conditions or use restrictions of the rental agreement.
* For bodily injury or property damage sustained by you and/or relatives, as defined, residing with you or by any authorized driver and/or relatives, as defined, residing with them
* For uninsured motorist, underinsured motorist, first party benefits, no-fault or other liability insurance that is optional or can be waived or rejected. When accepting SLI, you agree to waive or reject, to the extent allowed by law, any such insurance.
* SLI does not provide coverage for minimum financial responsibility limits if not provided for in your rental agreement.

SUPPLEMENT TO RENTAL AGREEMENT
YOU and WE agree to Amend the Agreement entered into between YOU and US, on the same date as identified on the Rental Agreement as follows:

LIABILITY PROTECTION
A. We will indemnify, hold harmless, and defend You and any Authorized Operators from and against liability to third parties, which by definition excludes any of your or any authorized operators family members related by blood, marriage or adoption residing with you or them, for the difference between the liability protection limits provided in Paragraph "B" below and:

1) A MAXIMUM COMBINED SINGLE LIMIT OF ONE MILLION ($1,000,000) DOLLARS PER OCCURRENCE FOR BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE, INCLUDING OWNERS LIABILITY IF THE ACCIDENT RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THE RENTAL VEHICLE AS PERMITTED BY THIS AGREEMENT.
2) THIS DOES NOT INCLUDE "UNINSURED MOTORIST", "UNDERINSURED MOTORIST", "SUPPLEMENTARY NO FAULT", OR ANY OTHER OPTIONAL COVERAGE TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW; WE AND YOU HEREBY REJECT THE INCLUSION OF ANY SUCH COVERAGE. In the event that such coverage is imposed by law, the limits of such coverage will be the minimum required by law of the jurisdiction in which the accident occurs.

B. IF AN ACCIDENT RESULTS FROM THE USE OF THE RENTAL VEHICLE, YOUR INSURANCE OR THE INSURANCE OF THE OPERATOR OF THE RENTAL VEHICLE WILL BE PRIMARY. This means that we will not grant any defense or indemnity protection under this paragraph if either you or the operator of the Rental Vehicle are covered by any other valid and collectible automobile liability insurance, either primary, excess or contingent, with the limits at least equal to the minimum required by the state financial responsibility law where the accident occurs. Further, you warrant that such insurance coverage is effective as of the date of Rental Agreement or Addendum.

C. We warrant that the protection described in Paragraph "A" above is primary with respect to any insurance coverage you or any Authorized Operator may have other than as agreed to by parties in Paragraph "B" above. THIS PROTECTION IS VOID IN MEXICO. THE RENTAL VEHICLE MAY NOT BE DRIVEN INTO MEXICO WITHOUT FIRST OBTAINING SPECIFIC WRITTEN PERMISSION FROM US AND OBTAINING INSURANCE VALID IN MEXICO, WHICH IS AVAILABLE AT THE BORDER.

D. You and all Authorized Operators will indemnify and hold us, our agents and employees harmless from and against any loss, Liability and expense, in excess of the limits or beyond the scope of the protection provided for above, arising from the use or possession of the Rental Vehicle by You or by any Authorized Operator or other person with your, his or her permission.

E. Coverage is void and not effective if you violate the terms and or conditions of the Rental Agreement or if Rental Vehicle was obtained through a Rental Agreement based on Fraudulent information.

F. Renter accepts or declines Coverage at rate included in this web site and in the material provided to you. Acceptance is proof of Coverage under Policy issued to Lessor as outlined in this brochure. The SLI insurance program is offered by an independent insurance company. The insurance premium administration and/or service fee, if any, are included in the daily renal rate as stated in your these forms. The terms and conditions of SLI Coverage are outlined on this web site.

Clients Insurance Options summarised

                          1. Damage to the Escape Camper                                                     2. Liability Insurance    

Unlike other operators, Escape does not make additional Insurance compulsory and we do not push the various options on our clients. It's entirely their decision which combination suits their budget, peace of mind level and also any other Travel Insurance they may have already purchased. Clients do not need to decide which option suits best now. We will explain any queries they have at the time of Campervan collection and they can decide at pick up if they want to take extra insurance or not.

U.S. and CANADIAN Residents:
If clients are a U.S. or Canadian resident with a valid driver's license from either country and have automobile insurance that provides full coverage for rental vehicles (including minivans), they may have coverage for our Campervans. They should check with their insurance company prior to pickup of rental vehicle. They will need to decline our CDW and SLI options and they will be responsible for making a claim through their insurance company. They should supply us with their insurance information at the time of Campervan collection.

Regardless of which Insurance option is selected, all clients will need to provide a valid Credit or Debit Card to allow Escape Campervans to Imprint before they depart. This is an imprint only. Funds are not collected or frozen and the purpose of the
imprint is in the situation where damage occurs and the terms of the Rental Contract have been breached.

Insurance-Exclusions
The renter is fully liable for any damage to the Escape Campers campervan or third party property if:

• The terms of the rental contract are breached.
• The driver does not hold an appropriate driver’s licence.
• Damage to the campervan is caused by careless, wilful or reckless driving.
• Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Driving on unsealed or restricted roads or restricted areas.
• Water submersion or saltwater damage is caused through own fault.

Hirer’s obligations and ‘Operator error’
The hirer must maintain the water, oil and tire pressures during their journey.
Hirers will be fully accountable for, but not limited to the following:
Engine overheating, running out of oil, incorrect fuel put into vehicle, getting the vehicle stuck. Liability is total damage and expenses despite the liability amount listed on the rental agreement. (CDW relates to accident damage only)

Mechanical Repairs and Accidents
Contact Escape on their 24 hour free phone number if you have any problems or any irregularities develop with the camper. Failure to notify Escape immediately of any performance irregularities, or damage could affect grounds for compensation.

In the event of a breakdown Escape will either:

• Provide a replacement vehicle
• Refund the lost days use of the vehicle
• Extend the hire to account for lost days

Client will not undertake any repairs without first contacting Escape.
There will be no refund for days lost, towing and any other expenses arising from ‘Operator error’. Clients acknowledge that Escape Campervans Inc will not be liable for retrospective claims due to vehicle malfunction or accident damage.

Minimum Age of Drivers
All drivers must be 21 years of age or older. Proof of age must be ascertained by a valid driver's license.

Additional Drivers
There is no additional charge for extra drivers.

Depot operating days
We operate 7 days a week and only close on the following days:

Christmas Day - December 25
New Years Day - January 1st
Independence Day - July 4th
Memorial Day - Last Monday in May
Thanksgiving Day - 4th Thursday in November

Vehicle Pick Up and Drop Off
Vehicles are available for pick up between 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and must be returned by 10:00 a.m. on the agreed drop-off date. Late returns of more than 1 hour will incur a full day rental charge and possible other charges relating to compensating follow on clients. Clients can book an afternoon return, but they will be charged for the drop off day.
No refunds will be granted for shortened rentals. There are no refunds for late pick up or early return of vehicles. 

Minimum and Maximum Rental Period
The minimum rental period is 7 Days. There is no maximum rental period.

Mileage
Rates include 100 miles per day (averaged over the rental). Extra miles will be charged at 25¢ per mile.
An additional 100 miles per day can be purchased for $15/day (giving a total of 200 miles per day).
An unlimited miles package can be pre-purchased for US$19 per day.

State Sales Tax
Sales tax is added to the total hire amount and the sales tax rate applies to the City/depot of collection.
Los Angeles: 9.25%
San Francisco: 8.5%
Las Vegas: 8.1%

One way / drop off fees
Please see the chart below for drop off charges and Minimum Rental periods.
Shorter bookings can be made by request.

Road Restrictions
Renter is liable for all damages to vehicle, tires, towing charges and other expenses as a result of a breakdown, collision, or other, associated with operating Escape Campervans vehicles in these areas. Escape Campervans' insurance protection will also be null and void. The following are restricted areas:

• Anywhere in Mexico.
• Death Valley between the dates 1st March and 30th September
• Any unimproved road, trail, track
• Any off-road areas (dunes, beaches, riverbeds, logging roads, forest trails, dirt trails etc.)
• Any Salt plains (incl Burning Man festival)

General Rules

• Escape Campervans are a no smoking zone.
• No pets are allowed (except designated Service Dogs) in the vehicles.
• All passengers must use seatbelts while vehicle is in motion.
• Escape Campervans does not accept any liability for any injuries incurred to passengers travelling in the back of the vehicle and/or while not using seatbelts.

Los Angeles (LAX) Airport Transfer:
You have an option, at the time of booking, to request a transfer from and to Los Angeles (LAX) Airport and the depot in Los Angelese. The cost for transfer from and to LAX is $20 (1-4 persons). This transfer service is also available for any LAX Airport area hotels.

General Conditions
All rentals are subject to the terms and conditions of Escape Campervans' Rental Agreement.   Rates, policies, terms and conditions   are subject to change without notice. Escape Campervans assumes no responsibility for any detention, delay, loss, damage or injury that Renter might experience, no matter how it is caused or by whom.

Camper Allocations:
Escape have more than 100 individually painted designs. Clients may like to request either comic, nature, scenic or surreal when they book. Escape will do their best to match up client requests with their allocated Campervan.

Extra Optional Accessories
GPS, Roof Storage box , Picnic table, Car Seat or booster seat, 2 person tent, Solar shower, Awning, Snow chains.
All accessories should be pre-booked to ensure availability

Terms of booking on this website

Information disclaimer
The rates on this website are often heavily discounted. This is due to our negotiated rates and bulk buying power. On very rare occasions, a rate may be displayed incorrectly due to our, or a vehicle supplier's error. In such a case, if you book with us at a quoted rate that is incorrect, we will notify you of any price change and give you the option to proceed or cancel. We make every effort to keep information on our site up to date, but we cannot guarantee this website is free of errors or omissions and retain the right to update or change the information published at any time.

Liability
To the extent permitted by law we/the owners of this website will not be liable to you or to any third party (whether in contract, tort, or otherwise) for any direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage (including but not limited to any accident, injury, delay or loss of enjoyment) arising out of your reliance upon information contained on this website, including but not limited to your use (or inability to use) any products or services described or procured through this website.

When you pick up your vehicle, you will be required to sign a rental agreement with the supplier of the vehicle. Your rental and use of the vehicle will be governed by the terms of the rental agreement and any other documentation or information provided to you by the supplier at the time you pick up your vehicle. The rental agreement is between you and the supplier and we will not be liable to you or to any third party in relation to the terms of the supplier’s rental agreement or any other documentation provided to you by the supplier at the time of pick up.

While we will make reasonable efforts to ensure we are representing only reputable suppliers, we make no warranty about the fitness or suitability of any third party (supplier) product or service and will not accept responsibility for the quality or fitness of any vehicle. We welcome feedback from our customers on their experience with our suppliers. We may, at our discretion, provide you with reasonable assistance in resolving any dispute you may have with a supplier.

Our total liability to you in relation to your use of this website and the information contained on this website will not exceed the dollar amount of the deposit we have received from you in relation to your booking/rental. Refunds will not be made for bookings cancelled due to inclement weather. Again, we strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance. Your use of this website is governed by the laws of New Zealand and the jurisdiction of the New Zealand courts.

Booking information
To make a booking you must complete our booking form which is easy to follow and secured with the latest encryption technology. Once we receive your form, we will, subject to availability, confirm your booking by emailing you a confirmation voucher and invoice. The deposit required to secure your vehicle (as shown on the secure booking page) will only be processed on your credit card when your booking is confirmed. Please note that a 1.75% credit card charge will be added when your payment is processed.

A booking is confirmed when you have been emailed a confirmation voucher and at this stage the deposit is processed on your card and becomes non-refundable and any cancellation fees stated in the supplier's terms apply. Upon receipt of your confirmation, please check your details carefully and notify us immediately if there are any incorrect details, as it may not be possible to make changes at a later date.

If you are booking via phone, please make sure you have read the terms and conditions of the vehicle you wish to rent first. Our reservations consultant will ask you if you have read the terms and agree to them before proceeding. The onus is always on the renter to ensure they make themselves fully aware of the terms displayed on our website.

Information disclosure
In booking on this website you acknowledge that we disclose your information to your selected Supplier in order to provide the requested rental services.

Amendments
Please note that some suppliers treat an amendment as a new booking and apply the rate current at the time the amendment is made to recalculate the entire booking amount (not just the days changed). If the rental period is increased, an additional deposit may be required. If the rental period is shortened which results in a reduction of the rental charges, the deposit amount will remain unchanged, and the difference between the original and revised deposit is forfeited (it cannot be used towards remaining rental charges). To request a change to a confirmed booking, please use the alterations request link on your confirmation. Any alterations are subject to availability and the approval of the supplier. In addition to the alteration policy of the supplier stated in their terms, the following charges will apply:
Motorhome rental alterations (all charges stated in local currency):
To change dates or times that result in a recalculation of rental rates, or to change vehicles or locations: 75.00
To add or remove extras to/from confirmed booking: 20.00
The alteration fee will not be charged if your alteration request is not possible.

Vehicle Capacity and fitness to drive
Under no circumstances are you permitted to carry more passengers than the vehicle you rent is legally registered to carry, and if you do your insurance may be invalidated. The number of seatbelts (and passengers) is indicated next to each vehicle on this website. Luggage capacity where shown is an indication only and we will not be responsible should you be unable to fit your entire luggage into a vehicle. It is your responsibility to choose a journey that is within your capabilities. A vehicle supplier can refuse to rent a vehicle to any person who is in their opinion unfit to drive or does not meet eligibility requirements. In such circumstances we will have no further liability to you.

Refund Policy
We are committed to providing a quality service and aim for complete customer satisfaction. In the event of cancellation, any refunds or penalties are detailed in the terms and conditions of your selected vehicle that you are asked to read and accept at time of booking. In the event you are unsatisfied with our service, please contact us within 48 hours of placing your booking or request and we will work to resolve any issues and determine if compensation is due. In the event you have completed your rental and are unhappy with your vehicle, we are happy to assist you in seeking compensation from the operator of the vehicle.

This website is owned and operated by Motorhome Republic Ltd, a global leader in motorhome rental distribution. Our financial centre and marketing office is based at Level 4 Excelsior House, 6 Commerce St , Auckland, New Zealand. Thank you for booking with us.

Escape Rentals USA Insurance

Campervan and Liability Insurance
There are 2 things to consider when renting a Campervan in America:

Damage to the Escape Campervan.
Damage to a third party.

1) Damage to the Escape Campervan
Campervan Insurance is not included in the cost of the rental. The hirer is responsible for any damage caused to the Escape Campervan.

For clients peace of mind, the supplier offers:

Collision Damage Waiver (CDW)
This costs only $9/Day and reduces Campervan liability (or excess) to $0
CDW includes:
- Cover for accidental damages
- Windscreen (1 windscreen covered per rental)
- Protection against theft and vandalism
- Tire damage(2 tires covered per rental)

2) Damage to a third party
Basic Statutory limits for liability and property damage is included in Escape Campervans daily rate. The liability levels change between the various States as per below:

Statutory Limits

Your rental agreement provides you with basic statutory limits for liability and property damage. Escape Campervans covers the below levels for you.
The table that follows displays the minimum financial responsibility or compulsory liability insurance limits for all the states, District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the Canadian provinces.
                         
The laws of all states express the requirements in terms of split limits. 
For example, if the chart shows "25/50/10", the law requires that the policy provide at least $25,000 for bodily injury to each person, $50,000 for all bodily injury, and $10,000 for property damage, each accident.
                         
The insurance laws of some states also state the requirement in terms of a combined single limit.  For example, if the chart shows "15/30/10 or 40", the law provides that a policy with a combined single limit of at least $40,000 will also satisfy the requirement.  A combined single limit of $40,000 means that the insurance will pay up to $40,000 for all bodily injury and property damage arising out of each accident.  The required limits for the Canadian provinces are expressed as combined single limits only.
   

STATE LIMITS

SUPPLEMENTAL LIABILITY INSURANCE (SLI)

If your own travel insurance does not include liability cover to US$1,000,000, the supplier can offer this to you for an additional $9.95/day. This is to protect you against third party claims if you injure a person or damage someone else's property.

SLI is excess automobile insurance that protects you and any authorized driver, as defined in the rental agreement, against third party automobile claims for bodily injury and property damage caused during permitted use of the rental vehicle.

SLI Provides you with the following benefits:
* SLI provides you with a high limit of liability protection up to one million dollars ($1,000,000).
* When you accept SLI, the plan will provide you with excess coverage for the difference between that provided in your rental agreement, if any, and up to one million dollars ($1,000,000).

SLI does not provide coverage:
* If you violate the terms and conditions or use restrictions of the rental agreement.
* For bodily injury or property damage sustained by you and/or relatives, as defined, residing with you or by any authorized driver and/or relatives, as defined, residing with them
* For uninsured motorist, underinsured motorist, first party benefits, no-fault or other liability insurance that is optional or can be waived or rejected. When accepting SLI, you agree to waive or reject, to the extent allowed by law, any such insurance.
* SLI does not provide coverage for minimum financial responsibility limits if not provided for in your rental agreement.


Clients Insurance Options summarised

It's entirely your decision which combination suits your budget, peace of mind level and also any other Travel Insurance you may have already purchased. You do not need to decide which option suits best now. The supplier will explain any queries you have at the time of Campervan pick up and you can decide at pick up if you want to take extra insurance or not.

U.S. and CANADIAN Residents:
If you are a U.S. or Canadian resident with a valid driver's license from either country and have automobile insurance that provides full coverage for rental vehicles (including minivans), you may have coverage for the supplier's Campervans. You should check with your insurance company prior to pickup of rental vehicle. You will need to decline the supplier's CDW and SLI options and you will be responsible for making a claim through your insurance company. You should supply Escape Campers with your insurance information at the time of pick up.

Regardless of which Insurance option is selected, you will need to provide a valid Credit or Debit Card to allow Escape Campervans to imprint before you depart. This is an imprint only. Funds are not collected or frozen and the purpose of the imprint is in the situation where damage occurs and the terms of the Rental Contract have been breached.

Insurance-Exclusions
The renter is fully liable for any damage to the Escape Campers campervan or third party property if:

• The terms of the rental contract are breached.
• If the driver does not hold an appropriate driver’s licence.
• Damage to the campervan is caused by careless, wilful or reckless driving.
• Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Driving on unsealed or restricted roads or restricted areas.
• Water submersion or saltwater damage caused through own fault.

Hirer’s obligations and ‘Operator error’
The hirer must maintain the water, oil and tire pressures during their journey.
Hirers will be fully accountable for, but not limited to the following:
Engine overheating, running out of oil, incorrect fuel put into vehicle, getting the vehicle stuck. Liability is total damage and expenses despite the liability amount listed on the rental agreement. (CDW relates to accident damage only)