This 7 suite wildlife safari lodge and the new exclusive use Founders Railway Carriage permanently stationed on a hill on the reserve, located in the Eastern Cape, just one hour from Gqeberha, offers hospitality focused on tailored service. Founders Lodge by Mantis offers an intimate safari experience with a flair of romance for couples, and an intimate social environment for families and friends travelling together.
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This 7 suite wildlife safari lodge and the new exclusive use Founders Railway Carriage permanently stationed on a hill on the reserve, located in the Eastern Cape, just one hour from Gqeberha, offers hospitality focused on tailored service. Founders Lodge by Mantis offers an intimate safari experience with a flair of romance for couples, and an intimate social environment for families and friends travelling together.
Destination:
Nestled within the renowned Shamwari Private Game Reserve in South Africa, Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis offers discerning travelers an exclusive safari experience in one of the country's most prestigious wildlife reserves. Surrounded by pristine wilderness and abundant wildlife, the lodge promises an unforgettable retreat immersed in the beauty of the African bushveld.
Experience:
At Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis, guests are treated to unparalleled luxury and personalized service amidst the untamed wilderness of the Shamwari Private Game Reserve. From lavish accommodations and gourmet dining to thrilling game drives and immersive wildlife encounters, every aspect of the lodge's experience is crafted to exceed the expectations of even the most discerning travelers.
Purpose:
Committed to conservation and community empowerment, Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis is dedicated to preserving the natural heritage of the Shamwari Private Game Reserve while contributing to the sustainable development of local communities. Through initiatives focused on wildlife protection, environmental education, and socioeconomic upliftment, the lodge strives to ensure the long-term viability of the region's precious ecosystems and cultural heritage.
Wildlife:
The Shamwari Private Game Reserve is renowned for its extraordinary biodiversity and abundant wildlife, including the Big Five (lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo, and rhinoceros) and a plethora of other species. Guests at Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis have the opportunity to embark on thrilling game drives and bush walks led by expert rangers and trackers, providing unforgettable encounters with Africa's iconic creatures in their natural habitat.
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Founders Lodge is a small, exclusive lodge with luxurious comfort and direct access to the malaria-free Shamwari Game Reserve. Suitable for guests looking for peace and quiet in demanding surroundings and wish to be big-5 views.
This 7 suite wildlife safari lodge and the new exclusive use Founders Railway Carriage permanently stationed on a hill on the reserve, located in the Eastern Cape, just one hour from Gqeberha, offers hospitality focused on tailored service. Founders Lodge by Mantis offers an intimate safari experience with a flair of romance for couples, and an intimate social environment for families and friends travelling together.
Amenities
Accommodations
Activities on site
Air Conditioning/Heating
Airport transportation
Bar
Bird Watching
Boat Safaris
Child minding
Eco-Friendly Practices
Electricity
En-suite Bathrooms
Fan
Gift Shop
Hair Dryer
Laundry service
Lounge/Bar Area
Meeting/Conference Facilities
Spa facility
Wi-Fi Available
Activities
Game Drives:
Embark on exhilarating game drives in open 4x4 vehicles, led by expert rangers and trackers who will guide you through the reserve in search of Africa's iconic wildlife, offering unparalleled opportunities for up-close encounters and stunning photographic opportunities.
Bush Walks:
Explore the African bush on foot during guided bush walks, allowing you to immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and scents of the wilderness while learning about the intricate ecosystems and fascinating wildlife of the Shamwari Private Game Reserve.
Others Activities:
Founder's Lodge primarily offers game drives in the Shamwari Game Reserve, which starts barely 100m west of the lodge. Night Drives are also possible there. Short walking safaris are also done on the small Founders Reserve. All activities are led by professional guides. Self Game Drives are not possible.
Facilities
Luxurious Accommodations:
The lodge features exquisite private suites, each elegantly appointed with contemporary furnishings, spacious living areas, and private plunge pools overlooking the surrounding wilderness, ensuring a tranquil and indulgent retreat for guests.
Dining:
Guests can savor delectable cuisine inspired by the flavors of Africa at the lodge's elegant dining venues, including outdoor boma dinners under the stars and intimate meals served in the privacy of their own suite, accompanied by fine wines and attentive service.
Spa and Wellness Center:
The lodge's spa offers a range of rejuvenating treatments and therapies inspired by traditional African healing rituals, providing guests with the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind amidst the sights and sounds of the bushveld.
Central Facilities:
The Founders Lodge is located in a garden on a hill on the edge of the Shamwari Game Reserve. Very high quality and tasteful furnishings: lounge with leather furniture and fireplace, library with small business center, small pool in the courtyard, larger pool on the outside with landscape views and sun loungers. Billiard room. Fitness room. Benches and tables in the garden. Waterhole just below on the slope.
F&Q
Where is Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis located? Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis is situated within the renowned Shamwari Private Game Reserve in South Africa, offering guests an exclusive safari experience in one of the country's most prestigious wildlife reserves.
What amenities are offered at Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis? The lodge features luxurious private suites, gourmet dining venues, a spa and wellness center, and a range of safari activities and experiences, ensuring a memorable and indulgent retreat for guests exploring the Shamwari Private Game Reserve.
What wildlife can be seen near Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis? Guests at Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis may encounter a variety of wildlife, including the Big Five, cheetahs, wild dogs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species, during guided game drives and bush walks in the Shamwari Private Game Reserve.
Are guided activities available at Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis? Yes, guests can participate in guided game drives, bush walks, birdwatching excursions, and cultural experiences with the local communities, all led by experienced guides who will enhance the guest experience with their knowledge and expertise.
How can guests book a stay at Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis? Guests can book a stay at Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis through the lodge's website or by contacting the reservations team directly via email or phone, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable safari experience in the heart of the African bushveld.
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Address
Sidbury, 6131, South Africa
Internet
Children policy
Children on request
No children under the age of 4 years old allowed
Children aged 4 to 11 years are accommodated in their own berth.
Children aged 12 years and older are considered adults and will therefore be charged at the
applicable tiered rate.
Children 4 years old and over are allowed on game drives.
We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant.
The
breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.
P.M
United Kingdom
9.03/10
Fantastic hotel, great atmosphere, room upgrade was much appreciated. All the
staff I
interacted with were great. One of the best hotel experiences I have ever had I
would
unreservedly recommend the hotel and will return.
G.P
United Kingdom
9.68/10
Probably the best City hotel weve stayed at. Alal Gogo was particularly
outstanding.
He
managed to arrange for us to attend the Woody Allan Band show with our guest (who
is a
musician) even when it had been booked out and was very courteous throughout.
Thank
you
so muclh. A wonderful stay.
C.M
United States
8.68/10
We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant.
The
breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.
C.M
United States
8.68/10
We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant.
The
breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.
P.M
United Kingdom
9.03/10
Fantastic hotel, great atmosphere, room upgrade was much appreciated. All the
staff I
interacted with were great. One of the best hotel experiences I have ever had I
would
unreservedly recommend the hotel and will return.
G.P
United Kingdom
9.68/10
Probably the best City hotel weve stayed at. Alal Gogo was particularly
outstanding.
He
managed to arrange for us to attend the Woody Allan Band show with our guest (who
is a
musician) even when it had been booked out and was very courteous throughout.
Thank
you
so muclh. A wonderful stay.
C.M
United States
8.68/10
We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant.
The
breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.
C.M
United States
8.68/10
We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant.
The
breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.
P.M
United Kingdom
9.03/10
Fantastic hotel, great atmosphere, room upgrade was much appreciated. All the
staff I
interacted with were great. One of the best hotel experiences I have ever had I
would
unreservedly recommend the hotel and will return.
G.P
United Kingdom
9.68/10
Probably the best City hotel weve stayed at. Alal Gogo was particularly
outstanding.
He
managed to arrange for us to attend the Woody Allan Band show with our guest (who
is a
musician) even when it had been booked out and was very courteous throughout.
Thank
you
so muclh. A wonderful stay.
C.M
United States
8.68/10
We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant.
The
breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.
C.M
United States
8.68/10
We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant.
The
breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.
P.M
United Kingdom
9.03/10
Fantastic hotel, great atmosphere, room upgrade was much appreciated. All the
staff I
interacted with were great. One of the best hotel experiences I have ever had I
would
unreservedly recommend the hotel and will return.
G.P
United Kingdom
9.68/10
Probably the best City hotel weve stayed at. Alal Gogo was particularly
outstanding.
He
managed to arrange for us to attend the Woody Allan Band show with our guest (who
is a
musician) even when it had been booked out and was very courteous throughout.
Thank
youa
so muclh. A wonderful stay.
C.M
United States
8.68/10
We love the hotel and its location. The front desk staff was extremely pleasant.
The
breakfast staff are very friendly and efficient.
Rates are:
Subject to room and rate availability
Bookable per night on an exclusive use basis
Quoted, invoiced and payable in ZAR.
Include 15% VAT.
Inclusive of accommodation, all meals, safari activities, personal staff and selected local beverages.
Any additional expenses to be settled upon departure.
Private and confidential and quoted on a nett basis.
Minimum stay of 2 nights required
Minimum Occupancy 2 pax
Maximum occupancy of 5 people sharing (Combination of Adults and Children Configuration)
Child Policy
Children on request
No children under the age of 4 years old allowed
Children aged 4 to 11 years are accommodated in their own berth.
Children aged 12 years and older are considered adults and will therefore be charged at the
applicable tiered rate.
Children 4 years old and over are allowed on game drives.
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Subject to room and rate availability
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Quoted, invoiced and payable in ZAR.
Include 15% VAT.
Inclusive of accommodation, all meals, safari activities, personal staff and selected local beverages.
Any additional expenses to be settled upon departure.
Private and confidential and quoted on a nett basis.
Minimum stay of 2 nights required
Minimum Occupancy 2 pax
Maximum occupancy of 5 people sharing (Combination of Adults and Children Configuration)
Child Policy
Children on request
No children under the age of 4 years old allowed
Children aged 4 to 11 years are accommodated in their own berth.
Children aged 12 years and older are considered adults and will therefore be charged at the
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Children 4 years old and over are allowed on game drives.
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Where is Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis located? Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis is situated within the renowned Shamwari Private Game Reserve in South Africa, offering guests an exclusive safari experience in one of the country's most prestigious wildlife reserves.
What amenities are offered at Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis? The lodge features luxurious private suites, gourmet dining venues, a spa and wellness center, and a range of safari activities and experiences, ensuring a memorable and indulgent retreat for guests exploring the Shamwari Private Game Reserve.
What wildlife can be seen near Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis? Guests at Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis may encounter a variety of wildlife, including the Big Five, cheetahs, wild dogs, hyenas, giraffes, zebras, and various antelope species, during guided game drives and bush walks in the Shamwari Private Game Reserve.
Are guided activities available at Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis? Yes, guests can participate in guided game drives, bush walks, birdwatching excursions, and cultural experiences with the local communities, all led by experienced guides who will enhance the guest experience with their knowledge and expertise.
How can guests book a stay at Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis? Guests can book a stay at Luxury Founders Lodge by Mantis through the lodge's website or by contacting the reservations team directly via email or phone, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable safari experience in the heart of the African bushveld.
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Miscellaneous
Invalidity or unenforceability of any provision in these Terms and Conditions does not affect the validity of remaining provisions. The website operates in English.
European Commission's Online Dispute Resolution Platform www.ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr
Rates are:
Subject to room and rate availability
Bookable per night on an exclusive use basis
Quoted, invoiced and payable in ZAR.
Include 15% VAT.
Inclusive of accommodation, all meals, safari activities, personal staff and selected local beverages.
Any additional expenses to be settled upon departure.
Private and confidential and quoted on a nett basis.
Minimum stay of 2 nights required
Minimum Occupancy 2 pax
Maximum occupancy of 5 people sharing (Combination of Adults and Children Configuration)
Child Policy
Children on request
No children under the age of 4 years old allowed
Children aged 4 to 11 years are accommodated in their own berth.
Children aged 12 years and older are considered adults and will therefore be charged at the
applicable tiered rate.
Children 4 years old and over are allowed on game drives.
Scope of Application
These Terms and Conditions govern the use of the Emporium Collection website and all hotel bookings made through the reservation system operated by Emporium Collection.
General Use of the Emporium Collection Website
The Emporium Collection website allows users to search for hotel availability, rates, and make bookings for a specified number of travelers and dates. Emporium Collection reserves the right to modify or discontinue its website at any time.
Hotel Content and Categories
All hotel information and descriptions provided on the Emporium Collection website are based on assessments made by the respective hotels. Emporium Collection acts as a content provider for the hotels and is not responsible for any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the hotel content. Hotel classifications, such as star ratings, are provided by the hotels themselves and serve as non-binding indicators of the hotel's standards.
Prices and Taxes
Displayed prices on the Emporium Collection website reflect current low-day rates provided by the individual hotels and are applicable to bookings made through Emporium Collection's reservation system. Prices include service charges and VAT for Germany, while tax regulations may vary for other countries. Visitors should note that additional local taxes or service charges may apply in certain locations, and the exact amount may fluctuate. Complimentary late check-outs, if offered as part of Emporium Collection benefits, are subject to availability and may be discontinued by hotels at their discretion. Obvious errors and mistakes in pricing are not binding.
Registration
Users may register on the Emporium Collection website, providing personal data voluntarily. This data may be used to prefill booking forms and tailor communications, subject to user preferences. Registration can be canceled at any time by contacting community@emporiumcollection.com.
Auto Log-in
Users may opt to stay logged in on the website, allowing for automatic authentication upon return. Login information is stored in a cookie on the user's device and expires after 60 days. Additional information about cookies is available in the privacy policy.
Accommodation Contract and Payment
Bookings made through Emporium Collection's reservation system establish an accommodation contract between the user and the chosen hotel. Payment is made directly to the hotel, and any claims or obligations arise between the user and the hotel. Rates offered through Emporium Collection cannot be combined with other promotions. Bookings are non-transferable and cannot be exchanged for cash or credit.
Making a Booking
Users must provide personal and credit card details to complete a booking. By confirming the booking, users enter into a binding agreement with the hotel. Upon receiving confirmation, users are provided with a booking reference number. Emporium Collection serves as a carrier for messages between users and hotels.
Cancellations
Users do not have a statutory right of withdrawal from bookings. However, hotels may offer voluntary cancellation or change options for selected offers, subject to terms displayed during the booking process.
Storage and Accessibility of the Contract
Booking information and terms are stored by Emporium Collection and can be accessed through user accounts. The current and previous versions of terms and conditions are available on the website.
Liability
Emporium Collection is liable for intentional or grossly negligent acts or omissions. Liability for breaches of essential contractual obligations is limited to foreseeable damages. Liability for harm to life, body, or health, as well as under the Product Liability Act, remains unaffected. Emporium Collection disclaims liability for third-party reproduction of website content and any misrepresentation of rates or products.
Intellectual Property
All intellectual property rights associated with the website and its materials are owned by Emporium Collection or its licensors. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or modification of website materials is prohibited without prior written permission.
Governing Law and Jurisdiction
Legal relations between users and Emporium Collection are governed by German law. Disputes are subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts in Berlin, unless otherwise required by applicable law.
Miscellaneous
Invalidity or unenforceability of any provision in these Terms and Conditions does not affect the validity of remaining provisions. The website operates in English.
European Commission's Online Dispute Resolution Platform: www.ec.europa.eu/consumers/odr
These Terms and Conditions apply to the use of the emporium-collection™ websites and all bookings of hotels via the reservation system of emporium-collection.com applications, Eisolzriederstrasse 12, 80999 München
2. General Use Of The Emporium-Collection™ Websites
On the emporium-collection™ websites you can search for the availability and rates of hotels and rooms of your choice at dates defined by you for a specific number of travelers. emporium-collection™ reserves the right to discontinue its websites at any time.
All information about a hotel and the descriptions of a hotel are based on the hotel's own assessment. All content about a hotel that is displayed on the emporium-collection™ websites is provided to emporium-collection™ by the respective hotel and emporium-collection™ acts as the content provider for the hotel only and is thus not responsible for the content, any omissions or typographical errors referring to a hotel. As far as displayed on the emporium-collection™ websites the internationally used hotel classification into stars offers noncommittal information about the hotel's standard, in consideration of self-assessment by the hotel which was provided by the hotel.
All prices displayed on the emporium-collection™ websites are current, day prices, shown in the name of the individual hotel and are valid for all bookings made via the reservation system of emporium-collection™ as described below in section C. All prices have been provided by the hotel and emporium-collection™ acts as content provider for the hotel only and is thus not responsible for any errors of prices referring to a hotel.
For Germany, prices displayed on the emporium-collection™ websites always include service charges and VAT. For other countries regulations and rules regarding taxes differ. Please note, that a visitor's tax might apply in certain locations. In some countries, a local tax and/or a service charge is levied on the travel price or room rate. The amount of this tax changes all the time and can’t generally be estimated but requires specific information like the exact period of a stay, a number of people staying, etc. to be calculated. Thus any information regarding such taxes is always noncommittal, as long as you do not enter specific travel dates. When you make a booking as per below Section C. the applicable taxes will, in any case, be displayed. Complimentary room upgrades and late check-outs as part of the emporium-collection™ community benefits are subject to availability. Hotels reserve the right to discontinue the offer at any time. Obvious errors and mistakes (including misprints) are not binding
3. Registration
You can register on the emporium-collection™ websites. If you voluntarily provide personal data as part of such registration, it will be used to pre-fill the personal details form upon making a booking, and/or be used to provide you with more refined topics in our communications, should you have opted into any of our newsletters. You can cancel your registration with emporium-collection™ at any time. Please send an according to e-mail to legal@emporium-collection.com
4. Auto Login
You may choose to stay logged in on our emporium-collection™ websites. We will then will store your login information in a cookie, i.e. a small text file, on your computer so that you do not have to authenticate upon return to our websites but will be automatically logged in ("auto login"). The cookie and thereby the auto log in expires automatically after 60 days. Further information about other cookies is available in our privacy policy.
5. Accommodation Contract And Payment
If you make a booking through emporium-collection™ reservation system the accommodation contract comes into effect between you and the hotel of your choice. You pay the confirmed price directly to the hotel. Any claims and obligations out of the accommodation contract only exist between you and the hotel chosen by you. emporium-collection™ does not enter into the contract with you about the accommodation. Rates available and any booking made via the emporium-collection™ reservation system can’t be combined with other offers or promotions. Bookings take place according to the best and currently lowest emporium-collection™ day price in each case. This price is submitted directly by the hotel for the arrival date chosen and is shown in the name of the hotel. Available emporium-collection™ last-minute, seasonal, weekend or special prices will be considered automatically during the booking.
If you want to make a booking after your availability search, you will have to fill in personal details about you and your credit card details. The credit card details are required to guarantee your booking, the charges will be made by the hotel. If you are logged in to your account the personal details will be pre-filled. By clicking the button “CONFIRM REGISTRATION". Charged upon arrival” you make a binding offer to book the selected room. Prior to making the booking, i.e. prior to clicking the button, you can identify any errors in the data you have provided directly on the website and correct them by clicking “edit” next to the hotel and room description. Every booking offer you make will be forwarded to the corresponding hotel and any messages from the hotel to you, particularly the confirmation of your booking will be forwarded to you via emporium-collection™ as the carrier of the message. emporium-collection™ shall have a relationship with you and the hotel only as an independent third party and shall not be a partner, trustee, representative or sub-contractor either for you or the hotel. Also, the hotel shall not be a subcontractor or vicarious agent of emporium-collection™. As soon as you receive the booking confirmation from the hotel via the emporium-collection™ reservation system, you have entered into a contract with the hotel and the booking is binding. You will receive a customer booking reference number together with the confirmation of your booking. The use of the emporium-collection™ reservation system is free of charge for you. Bookings are not transferable to any other person and can not be transferred or exchanged for cash or credit
You do not have a statutory right of withdrawal from booking as per Sec. 312 g para 2 no. 9 of the German Civil Code (BGB). However, a hotel may voluntarily offer a right to cancel or change a booking for selected offers in the emporium-collection™ reservation system. Any such right will be displayed in the order form before you make your order. Where a hotel voluntarily grants such right to cancel or to change a booking in the emporium-collection™ reservation system, any such changes and cancellations have to be carried out via the emporium-collection™ online system or via the emporium-collection™ reservation number (see www.emporium-collection.com) to be fully effective. In case of a change or cancellation carried out directly at the hotel, emporium-collection™ cannot provide any information concerning possible discrepancies concerning the date of the cancellation or the fact of cancellation as such
We will store your booking information and the terms and conditions applicable to the booking (collectively referred to as “contract”). The current version of our terms and conditions is available for you at https://www.emporium-collection™.com/terms-and-conditions. You can access your booking information also after the booking via your emporium-collection™ account.
6. Liability
- In case of intent or gross negligence on part of emporium-collection™ or by its agents or vicarious agents in performance emporium-collection™ shall be liable according to the provisions of applicable law. The same applies in case of breach of an essential contractual obligation (an obligation that must be fulfilled to enable the correct execution of the agreement and which the customer may usually trust and may trust that it will be fulfilled); however, to the extent such breach was unintentionally emporium-collection™ liability shall be limited to typical damages foreseeable under the contract. emporium-collection™ liability for culpable damage to life, body or health as well as our liability under the Product Liability Act shall remain unaffected. Any liability not expressly provided for above shall be disclaimed. Particularly emporium-collection™ disclaims any liability for the reproduction of this website through a third-party website or access to this website obtained through a third-party website or any user’s home page, which reproduction misstates or omits any of the information or limitations and conditions on the room rates and products offered through this website
7. Intellectual Property
All trademarks (including, but not limited to, the emporium-collection™ trademark, reproductions of emporium-collection™ logo), copyright, database rights and other intellectual property rights in the materials on this website (as well as the organisation and layout of this website) together with the underlying software code are owned either directly by emporium-collection™ or by it's licensors. Without emporium-collection™ prior written permission, you may not copy, modify, alter, publish, broadcast, distribute, sell or transfer any material on this website or the underlying software code whether in whole or in part. However, the contents of this website may be downloaded, printed or copied for your personal non-commercial use. The emporium-collection™ logo is a registered trademark and is the property of emporium-collection™ and may not be used or reproduced without emporium-collection™ express written permission. Data transfer into other data carriers, even part of it, or it's used for a different purpose to the one designated here, is only permitted with the explicit permission of emporium-collection™, except where explicitly permitted by applicable law.
8. Miscellaneous
The invalidity or unenforceability of any of these Terms and Conditions shall not affect, impair or invalidate any of the remaining terms and conditions.
9. Governing Law and Place of Jurisdiction
All legal relations between you and emporium-collection™ shall exclusively be governed by the laws of the Federal Republic of Germany. If you act as a consumer and have entered into a contract while residing in another country, the application of the mandatory law of such country shall not be affected by the previous sentence. If you are a trader or an entity of public law, the competent courts in Munich shall have jurisdiction for all disputes. emporium-collection™ shall, however, also be entitled to sue you at your general venue.
The website is owned and operated by emporium-collection™. The website can be used, registrations and bookings can be made and in the English language.
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