Code Of Conduct

Be Respectful. We won't all agree all the time, but disagreement is no excuse for disrespectful behavior. We will all experience frustration from time to time, but we cannot allow that frustration to become personal attacks. An environment where people feel uncomfortable or threatened is not a productive or creative one.

We want your trip with Salt & Wind Travel to be fun, rewarding, and meaningful. We also want you to feel comfortable and respected on our trips. To that end, this Code of Conduct outlines the conduct that is expected on all Salt & Wind Travel trips and events in order to create a welcoming and respectful environment for our diverse group of travelers and the local people that we interact with our trips.

Salt & Wind Travel expects all trip participants, from our trip leaders to our photographers to our travelers, to follow this Code of Conduct. We strive to create and maintain a trip environment based on respect. The standard of conduct and behavior is that of an “adult-to-adult” relationship. Trip participants are expected to treat others with respect. We require the same of our employees, contractors and suppliers.

Be Inclusive. We welcome and support people of all backgrounds and identities. This includes, but is not limited to members of any sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, race, ethnicity, culture, national origin, social and economic class, educational level, color, immigration status, sex, age, size, family status, political belief, religion, and mental and physical ability.

Be Kind. Do not insult or put down others. Harassment and exclusionary behavior aren't acceptable.

Examples of inappropriate behavior that may or may not implicate legal protections, but is nonetheless prohibited may include, but is not limited to, teasing, bullying, intimidation, insults, malicious gossip, victimization, negative stereotyping, threats, physical contact, or other unwelcome, offensive conduct. This policy extends to each and every level of operations. Violations of this Code of Conduct, whether by another contractor, supplier, employee, manager, third-party doing business with Salt & Wind Travel, or other travelers will not be tolerated.

Be Patient. The Salt & Wind Travel trips occur in foreign countries where there will be cultural differences. We’ve chosen our partners and activities based on their unique skills and their professionalism. Even so, we may encounter situations where things take longer than they do stateside or where there is a miscommunication. We asks that everyone stay calm, respectful, and patient and assume that everyone is doing their best.

Do Not Engage In Harassment. In this section, we highlight our policies as they relate to various forms of harassment and discrimination that we hope you never face while traveling with us. But if you do, we want you to know how to report it to us. We also outline the conduct we expect of all the Salt & Wind Travel community in order to create a welcoming and respectful environment during our trips.

We expect travelers to support an atmosphere of mutual respect and inclusion. Additionally, Salt & Wind Travel prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment. Discrimination or harassment based on sex/gender, sexual orientation, transgender identity, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, racial, national origin or ancestry, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age or any legally protected class will not be tolerated.

Furthermore, Salt & Wind Travel ’s Code of Conduct goes above and beyond what is legally required with respect to its expectations of its travelers, employees, contractors, suppliers and other service providers or third parties. Salt & Wind Travel ’s standards requiring respect and inclusion exceed legal requirements, and it is entirely possible that behavior can violate Salt & Wind Travel ’s expectations without rising to the level of legal protection.

Our Differences Can Be Our Strengths. We can find strength in our diversity and individuality. Different people have different perspectives on issues, and that can be valuable for solving problems or generating new ideas. Being unable to understand why someone holds a viewpoint doesn’t mean that they’re wrong. Don’t forget that we all make mistakes, and blaming each other doesn’t get us anywhere.

Instead, focus on resolving issues and learning from mistakes.

How To Report A Violation. If you experience or witness conduct in violation of this Code of Conduct by or to any other member of the Salt & Wind Travel team, customer, supplier, or partner, you are encouraged to report the incident as soon as possible to your trip leader. All reports will be discreetly, promptly, and thoroughly investigated to determine whether a Code of Conduct violation has occurred. All reports and investigations are treated confidentially to the extent possible, and information is disclosed strictly on a need-to-know basis.

Salt & Wind Travel prohibits retaliation against individuals who report or provide information in connection with an investigation of a report, and the company will take appropriate steps to ensure that individuals are protected from such retaliation during and after the investigation.