Frequently asked questions
Included in your booking you will have:
• Final cleaning, courtesy kit, bed linen and set of towels for each guest*;
• Entry to the water park, playground and all other common areas;
• Mini-train journeys within the village;
• The use of WiFi;
• The entertainment activities of our hu Team: mini-club, sports tournaments, evening shows and much more.
Pets are allowed in all our accommodation (with the exception of the hu rooms), subject to certain observations:
• All animals must be in compliance with health regulations, as evidenced by the vaccination booklet;
• All animals must be kept in such a way that they do not disturb or damage other guests or property in the village;
• Large animals or animals of breeds considered risky are only allowed if agreed in advance with the management;
• Liability in the event of damage to persons or property caused by the animal is entirely the responsibility of the owner;
• Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times and may not enter the swimming pool area, sports areas, playgrounds and restaurants;
• Staying with your four-legged friend includes an obligatory supplement that covers dedicated services, gadgets and management costs. The cost varies according to the type of accommodation and/or length of stay and is applied directly to your reservation.
If you are travelling with your pet, please let us know at the time of booking and bring its ID and vaccination certificates with you.
Yes you can, except during the high season months and only if the occupation rate allows it, upon payment of the daily entrance fee (adult € 15, child 3-10 years € 10). It is necessary to call the reception on +39 045 2373540 to check availability before going to the Village.
The village is open from 18 April 2025 to 21 September 2025.
Hotel Rooms La Diga from 7 April to 16 October (All services are open during the opening period of the village, on the special opening dates of the hotel rooms only the bar service at Bar Diga will be active).
You can check in from 4 pm onwards.
Even if you arrive outside opening hours, our staff will be there to check you in.
To check-in online before your arrival, follow the wizard at this link : enter the booking number, which you'll find in the confirmation email, and then enter your arrival and departure dates. Fill in your details and then the details of the people who will be travelling with you. On completion of the check-in process, you will receive a confirmation email.
You will have to leave your accommodation and check out at reception by 10:00 am.
If you plan to check out outside the scheduled time, please come to reception the night before to check prices and availability.
For European citizens, all you need is your national ID card. Non-EU citizens need to show their passports - this also applies to children. ID must be presented in the original (neither photos nor copies will be accepted) and the document must be valid.
If you'll be travelling with your pet, let us know at the time of booking and please bring your documents and vaccination certificates with you.
Entry into the village is allowed from 10:00 am on the day of arrival and you can enjoy all the services, while check-in with key handover takes place from 4 pm onwards.
• How to reach the village by car
You can reach us directly by car by entering your starting point directly at this link
• How to reach the village from 'Valerio Catullo' Verona airport
You can take bus line 482 directly from the airport to the "Salionze - Bivio Diga" stop, which is right next to the village. Alternatively, you can request a taxi transfer by sending an e-mail to [email protected] at least 48 h in advance.
• How to reach the village from Milan Malpensa airport
Take the train to Milano centrale directly from the airport, once at the central station take the train to Peschiera. From here you can take bus line 482 directly from the station to the stop "Salionze - Bivio Diga", which is right next to the village. Alternatively, you can request a taxi transfer by sending an e-mail to [email protected] at least 48 h in advance.
• How to reach the village from 'Orio al Serio’ Bergamo airport
From the airport there is a shuttle bus that takes you to the Bergamo train station, then take the train to Peschiera. From here you can take bus line 482 directly from the station to the "Salionze - Bivio Diga" stop, which is right next to the village. Alternatively, you can request a taxi transfer by sending an e-mail to [email protected] at least 48 h in advance.
• How to reach the village from Peschiera Station
You can take bus line 482 directly from Peschiera station to the "Salionze - Bivio Diga" stop, which is right next to the village. Alternatively, you can request a taxi transfer by sending an e-mail to [email protected] at least 48 h in advance.
You can book your holiday with us
• On the website www.altomincio.huopenair.com
• By calling +39 0550298080
• By e-mail using the appropriate form at the link
When booking, you'll be asked to indicate which dates you want to stay. Depending on your method of contact, we'll check the availability of the requested accommodation and give you a price as soon as possible. In case of unavailability, we'll offer you alternatives to consider.
You can visit our Experiences website and choose the one that best suits you. Otherwise, once in the village, you can go directly to the Infopoint or consult the dedicated section in our web app.
You can choose between:
• Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard, Visa Electron)
• Bank transfer
In case of non-refundable fees:
• PayPal
• Scalapay
At the time of booking, you'll need to pay a deposit of 30% of the total cost.
If your arrival date is less than 30 days from the date you're making the booking, we'll ask you to pay for your holiday in full.
When booking, you can also reserve the following extra services:
• Baby set
• Cleaning during the stay (to be booked at reception)
Payment of the balance (70% of the total cost of the booking) will be requested within 30 days before you arrive at the village. Payment should be made by cash transfer or credit card.
If your arrival date is less than 30 days from the date you're making the booking, we'll ask you to pay for your holiday in full.
If you have booked with the Relax rate, insurance is included in the price. If your reason for cancellation (see here) is covered by the insurance, you can reclaim the cancellation fee, if charged.
If you decide to cancel your booking, you will be charged the following penalties:
• 30% of the total cost of the booking for cancellations made more than 30 days before the check-in date;
• 50% of the total cost of the booking for cancellations made between 29 and 15 days before the check-in date;
• 75% of the total cost of the booking for cancellations made between 14 and 7 days before the check-in date;
• 90% of the total cost of the booking for cancellations made between 6 and 3 days before the check-in date;
• 100% of the total cost of the booking for cancellations made 2 days or less, before the check-in date.
Remember:
• In the event of cancellation and/or change of trip, you must file a complaint within 3 days of the cause of the cancellation, but no later than the date of commencement of the trip.
• The reservation must be cancelled in writing by sending an email to our booking office via this form.
Once the required deposit has been paid and the booking confirmation has been received, depending on availability you can change the arrival/departure dates at no additional cost, by sending an email to our booking office via this form.
However, please remember that the booking can no longer be changed once the full balance has been paid. If necessary, we will have to apply the cancellation procedure and charge the cancellation fee and then make a new booking for the requested dates.
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The tourist tax may vary up to € 2.70 per day.
The following are exempt from payment
• Children under 14 years of age;
• Patients undergoing treatment at local facilities and their accompanying person;
• Disabled persons with a certificate;
• Bus drivers of groups organised by travel agencies;
• Police officers staying overnight for service requirements.
When requesting your booking in the appropriate field, you can express a preferred position for your mobile holiday home, or ask to stay near other family groups.
We remind you that we cannot guarantee a specific location but we will do our best to satisfy all requests.
For guests with physical impairments, we have accommodation with easy access and approved for accessibility:
• hu stay easy XL River
• hu stay Smart
You'll be provided with a set of linen for each bed and a set of towels per person, consisting of a small face towel and a shower towel.
For stays longer than 7 nights, a change of bed linen and towels is free of charge. You must go to reception to reserve it.
If necessary, you can hire extra bedlinen from Reception:
• Additional towel set, apart from the first supply (€ 5.00)
The costs of extra linen sets are as follows:
• Single linen set additional to the first supply (€ 5.00)
• Double linen set additional to the first supply (€ 8.00)
A safe is only available in the following accommodations:
• hu stay Premium L
• hu stay Excellence
• hu stay Excellence XL
• hu glamp
• hu room
It is however possible to rent a safe at reception for € 1 per day.
The sockets in all types of accommodation are of the Schuko type. The voltage of the mobile home is 220 V.
The babyset, which includes high chair, baby bathtub and cot, can be hired at the time of booking for € 6.00 per day or directly in the village with payment to be made at reception.
In order to guarantee the availability of the set, we recommend that you purchase it when you book online. It is not possible to supply individual items but only the complete set.
A gas barbecue is included in the price and is present in all our accommodation. Inside the village it is only possible to barbecue with gas cookers connected to the system, it is not possible to use charcoal barbecues or barbecues connected to gas cylinders.
Air conditioning is present inside all our accommodation and also works as a heat pump. The use of air conditioning is free of charge.
Extra cleaning is possible on request during your stay, at a cost of 40.00€
It is necessary to go to the reception to reserve it.
Final cleaning is included for guests who book directly on our website. The accommodation must be left clean, tidy, without rubbish bags and with clean dishes.
If you are staying with your four-legged friend, there is a compulsory supplement that also covers special final cleaning for pets, at varying costs depending on the type of accommodation and length of stay.
Staying with your four-legged friend includes the obligatory Love Pet Pack supplement, which covers dedicated services, gadgets and running costs. Rates vary depending on the type of accommodation and length of stay:
Accommodation
• 1-3 nights: 40€
• 4-7 nights: 80€
• 8-15 nights: 120€
For the second pet, a surcharge of 50% of the first pet's rate applies.
The Village is totally pedestrianised to preserve the safety of children and the surrounding nature.
You can park your car free of charge in the designated areas located in various parts of the Village, a luggage transport service is guaranteed during check-in and check-out with our golf cars and little train, operating 7/7.
Yes, electricity and gas consumption are included in the price.
With the aim of guaranteeing everyone a peaceful and respectful coexistence within the village, we ask you to take a few minutes to read our rules, which are posted at the entrance to the village and available on various digital channels (website, web app, email, online check-in).
By accessing the village, you automatically accept these rules without reservation.
• All guests - including children - are required to present ID upon arrival, for checking and registration purposes. This is a legal requirement.
• Guests must check the registration document for accuracy, report any discrepancies to Management, and report any changes to their party such as the arrival or early departure of members of their group.
• On arrival, each guest will be given an identifcation wristband, which must be worn for the duration of their stay, shown at the request of the security sta and returned on departure.
• The tourist tax must be paid on arrival in cash or by electronic support.
• The accommodation will be available on the day of arrival from 4.00 pm onwards.
• Late arrival of a maximum of 24 hours is permitted, after which the reservation will be cancelled.
• The management reserves the right of admission, retention and removal.
On departure
• On the day of departure mobile homes must be vacated by 10.00 am. For departures after 10 am, an additional day’s stay will be charged.
• Guests who leave early will still be charged for all the days of their booking.
• On departure, you must hand your keys, car passes and wristbands to Reception, and settle any extra payments.
• Minors are only allowed access if they are in possession of a valid identity document and are accompanied by an adult in possession of a written proxy from their parents who is legally responsible and guarantor.
Visitors• Management may at its discretion allow the entry of day visitors and guests, if compatible with the running of the Village.
• Visitors are required to show ID, pay the fee indicated in the “camping price list”.
• A wristband will be provided that must be worn for the duration of the stay in the Village. Entry is only permitted on foot before 7 pm, and guests must leave the Village by 11 pm.
• With private vehicles is not allowed in the village, access to parking with cars and motorcycles is allowed after registration of the license plate. The car pass delivered on arrival must be displayed on the vehicle in a visible way for the duration of the stay in the Village.
• Parking of vehicles is permitted in the spaces indicated by Management. The safety regulations require a maximum speed of 5 km/h (walking pace). Visitors are kindly asked to use their cars only to enter and exit the Village.
• Car parks are not guarded, please do not leave valuables in the vehicles, the management is not liable for any theft or damage.
• Pets are welcome in all our accommodation except the hu rooms, subject to certain rules. Dogs must be kept on a leash at all times, except in dog areas and in areas where indicated.
• Owners are responsible for any damage caused by animals. Animals are not allowed in certain common areas of the hotel, such as the swimming pool, and in specially marked areas.
• For more information, we recommend that you read the pet regulations.
• The accommodation units are available from 4.00 p.m. and must be vacated by 10 a.m. on the day of departure.
• Guests are not permitted to remain in the Village after Check-out time, except in special circumstances or seasonal periods.
• No tents, tarpaulins, fences or other structures may be erected between the units.
• All units are provided with sheets. Linen will only be changed on request, by contacting Reception, excluding Saturdays and Sundays.
• For the sake of the environment, please use the air conditioning only when you are present in the units, with doors and windows closed.
• On departure, the unit must be left clean and tidy, free of rubbish and with clean kitchenware. Otherwise, a cleaning fee will be charged together with the cost of replacing any broken or missing items.
• Any behaviour, activities, games or equipment that may cause a
disturbance to other guests must be avoided. Respect for all guests is mandatory even in the afternoon break from 1 pm to 3 pm.
• Silence must be observed from 11 pm to 7 am. Respect for all guests is mandatory even in the afternoon break from 1 pm to 3 pm.
• Guests are required to respect the plants and landscaped areas, hygiene and cleanliness of the Village.
• The village and all guests are obliged to separate waste. Please use the special coloured bins with care and precision.
• The use of unsupervised naked flames (candles, citronella, charcoal, torches etc.) is prohibited.
• Gas or electric barbecues are permitted, as long as they are positioned at least 1.5 metres away from houses, verandas, tarpaulins, hedges or trees, in an area clear of dry vegetation.
• The Village has a Medical Oce. The service is provided for a fee (rates shown). For outpatient treatment, the doctor is available at the times indicated.
• Infectious diseases, or diseases suspected of being infectious, must be reported immediately to the doctor or to Management.
• Whilst guaranteeing the continuous surveillance of the Village, Management accepts no responsibility for the loss of valuables and/or personal items from the accommodation, vehicles or any other location inside or outside the premises.The car parks are not guarded, please do not leave valuables in the vehicles, the management is not responsible for any theft or damage. Guests are obliged to take care of their belongings. Management cannot be held responsible for any theft or damage.
• Subject to its public liability cover, Management is not liable for damage caused by other guests, vandalism, atmospheric events, natural disasters, falling trees, branches or pine cones, !re, insects, epidemics or disease.
• Due to the nature of the Village and its setting, there is natural unevenness in the terrain. Management declines all responsibility for any incident resulting from these circumstances.
• Management may require anyone who does not respect these Regulations to leave the Village.
• Any complaints and grievances must be promptly reported to
Reception.
• On the day of departure, guests must ensure that they do not leave any personal items inside the accommodation or on the premises. The management declines all responsibility for forgotten items.
Service hours• Services, shops and attractions located within the facility will observe the hours displayed at their entrance.
Emergencies1) Call the SINGLE EMERGENCY NUMBER 112 to contact the ambulance,
police, fire brigade or other authorities.
2) Immediately afterwards, NOTIFY RECEPTION on +39 324 0439690,
that you have called the emergency services. We need to be informed as
soon as possible to coordinate the emergency response!
Reception: +39 045 23 73 540
Night Guardian: +39 3400004658
Email: [email protected]
• If you are travelling with your pet, please let us know when booking and bring your pet's documentation and vaccination certificates with you.
Health regulations• Pets must comply with current health regulations, evidenced by an updated vaccination booklet.
• The animal's health booklet, with relevant vaccinations, must be presented at check-in. Access will not be permitted without the health booklet.
• For anything not regulated in these rules, please refer to the provisions of the Civil Code and local regulations of the area where the site is located.
• You must pick up after your pet and dilute any urine with water.
Muzzle• You must always carry a muzzle and have the animal wear it in situations that are potentially dangerous for other people or animals.
Responsibility• Civil and criminal liability for any damage caused by the pet to persons, property or other animals is borne entirely by the owner.
• The owner is responsible for the behaviour and control of their pet throughout their stay, ensuring that it does not disturb other guests or cause problems with other animals.
• Pets must not be left unattended or allowed to roam freely within the site.
Identification• All dogs must be identifiable by microchip.
Disturbance and safety• Pets must be managed in such a way as not to cause disturbance, damage or danger to other guests or the sites.
• For safety reasons, it is recommended to avoid the use of retractable leashes within the site.
• The site management reserves the right to refuse service in the event of aggressive behaviour or excessive disturbance caused by a pet.
• Animals are allowed in all types of accommodation with the exception of hu rooms
• Up to two pets are allowed per accommodation. For special requests you can send an email to [email protected].
• It is strictly forbidden to leave pets unattended inside the accommodations.
• To ensure the safety of pets and our service staff, room cleaning and tidying will only be provided if the animal is enclosed in a suitable carrier, or on a lead in the presence of the owners, or preferably when the room is empty.
• Pets are not allowed on beds, armchairs, chairs, tables or other furniture, either in the accommodation or in common areas.
• It is not permitted to wash animals in the bathrooms of the accommodations and any use of bed linen and towels for pets is prohibited.
• Dogs must always be kept on a lead, with a maximum length of 1.5 metres.
Guide dogs and working dogs• Guide dogs and working dogs are exempt from any additional charges.
Additional cost• There is a mandatory supplement when staying with a pet, which covers additional services and management costs. The cost varies depending on the type of accommodation and/or length of stay and is applied at the time of booking.
Areas not accessible to pets• Animals are allowed in all common areas of the facility except the swimming pools, except in the area dedicated to them called ‘dog beach’. Guide dogs are exempt from any access prohibition.
To check out, you need to report to Reception by 10 am and click on the "Checkout" button on the totem, then wait to be called. Once at the counter, you will have to hand in the keys to your accommodation, along with the car pass.
You will have to leave your accommodation and check out at reception by 10:00 am.
If you plan to check out after the scheduled time, please come to reception the night before to check prices and availability.
You are allowed to stay in the village until 10:00 a.m. on the day of your departure.
If you wish to stay later than 10:00 a.m., you can make a request at reception when you check out, and, if available, you will be able to use all the facilities until the evening, subject to payment of the daily entrance fee (adult € 15, child € 10).
Wi-fi is available from hotspots in the restaurants, near the reception, at the Infopoint and around the swimming pools.
You can pay with an ATM at all points of sale. A cash machine is available in the village at reception.
Our security staff will always be present at the entrance to check your identity and allow you into the Village. Security officers also patrol the Village at night to ensure safety and prevent any disturbances.
Pool Surveillance
All pools are supervised by lifeguards during public opening hours. However, we recommend that you always keep an eye on your children.
The Village is totally pedestrianised to preserve the safety of children and the surrounding nature.
You can park your car free of charge in the designated areas located in various parts of the Village, a luggage transport service is guaranteed during check-in and check-out with our golf cars and little train, operating 7/7.
Yes, a charging station for electric cars is available next to the reception.
* A 220 V adapter is required for operation. *
1) Call the UNIQUE EMERGENCY NUMBER 112 for ambulance, police, fire brigade or other authorities.
2) Immediately afterwards, please NOTIFY THE RECEPTION of the arrival of emergency services, using the number +39 324 0439690: we must be informed as soon as possible to coordinate the response.
There is a private medical service in the Village, available at specific times or on request for a fee.
For details and appointments, please go to the Infopoint.
There is no baby sitting service at the Village, but our entertainment team offers activities for children from 4 years of age.
There are two laundries in the village with self-service washing machines and dryers open 24 hours a day, one located in the centre of the village and the other in the hillside area.
PRICES:
• € 5.00 for the washing machine
• € 4,50 for the dryer
In the village you will find many activities to meet the needs of each guest: sports tournaments, group dances, fitness, music, creative games for the little ones.
Children under the age of 4 can only participate if a parent or responsible adult is present.
All animation activities are included in your stay. Find out more in our dedicated section.
Yes you can, except during the high season months and only if the occupation rate allows it, upon payment of the daily entrance fee (adult € 15, child € 10).
It is necessary to call the reception on +39 045 2373540 to check availability before going to the Village.
You can contact the reception for the following services:
• Check-in and check-out, customer assistance, early check-out or extension of stay
• Reporting technical problems and maintenance
• Map of the village, delivery of identification bracelet, car access PASS
• General information about tours
• Hire of linen, towels, toasters and kettles
• Luggage storage, lost property
The reception is open 24 hours a day.
The water park is open daily from April to September, depending on weather conditions.
The village respects a quiet time from 23:00 to 07:00. During these hours it is not possible to make noisy activities and, in general, disturb other guests.
Yes, all services, food areas and the solarium of the water park guarantee access to everyone.
Yes, inside the village you will find an area with table tennis tables and a games room.
For a fee, you can also take advantage of additional services such as the mini-golf area, bike rental, kart rental and the adventure park with tree trail, net experience and zip-line across the pool.
• It is possible to rent a motorbike, car or van, at a reduced price, directly at the infopoint.
• Alternatively, a taxi service is available to and from Peschiera station, Verona airport and nearby attractions. For information and prices please email [email protected] at least 48 h in advance or go directly to the infopoint.
You can use our little train, which connects the Contrada di Montagna with Reception and the Water Park, free of charge.
Departure: every 10 minutes
In addition, hu Altomincio Village offers a free golf car service from 08:00 to 23:00, available to all guests during their check-in and check-out.
You can book the service in advance by contacting reception, the infopoint or by sending a whatsapp message to + 39 324 989 1294.
You can contact the Infopoint for the following services:
• Tourist information about the surroundings, tour and activity bookings
• Booking service for museum visits and events
• Rental of buggies
• Bicycle, scooter, car rental
• Transfers to station, airports, shuttle
• Minigolf set
• Animation programme
The Infopoint is open daily, from morning to evening.
Within the village you can find food points to suit all tastes.
• Altomincio Restaurant
Tasty cuisine with Italian and international dishes, meat, fish and pizzas.
• Takeaway
Lasagne, chicken, pizzas, burgers, tasty fried food and fresh salads to take away to your accommodation.
• Terrace Bar
Cocktails, soft drinks, beers and wines with a magnificent view of the pools.
• Froggy Bar
Breakfasts, coffee, snacks, sandwiches, fruit salads, cocktails, wine and beer.
• Bar Diga
A great start to the day with a coffee or soft drink.
• Froggy fast food
Hamburgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, mixed fried food and pizza by the slice.
• Ice cream parlour
Excellent home-made ice cream, yoghurt, semi-cold cakes and milk shakes.
• Restaurant:
Open for dinner
• Take away:
Open for dinner (mid- and low season) | lunch and dinner (high season)
• Froggy Fast Food:
Open for lunch
• Terrace Bar:
Open morning to evening
• Bar Froggy:
Open morning to evening
• Bar Diga:
Open in the morning (every day) | in the afternoon (every Saturday)
• Ice Cream Parlour:
Open in the evening
Inside the Village you will find:
• Market
Ready-made recipes at the deli counter, fresh bread, vegetables and fruit and everything you need for personal hygiene, as well as international newspapers and magazines.
• Shop
Clothing, toys, inflatables and many gadgets to take home.
• Candy shop
To sweeten your holiday, you can choose from a wide range of candies, chocolates, candy floss and bubble tea for all tastes.
• Market
Open in the morning and afternoon
• Shop
Open mornings and afternoons
• Candy shop
Open in the evening (mid and low season) | all day (high season)
No, sunbeds in the pool cannot be reserved. When you leave the water park, don't keep them occupied: take your towels away and help us give those who come after you a good experience too.
This is possible depending on the availability of the village at that time. Go to reception the evening before your scheduled departure to request an extension and to check prices and availability.
For the hu Altomincio Village, respect for the environment and nature comes first.
You too can help us by sorting your waste during your holiday, by following a few small precautions:
Inside the village you will find several ecological areas and waste bins. All waste must be placed in the appropriate container, following the instructions on it. You will also find all waste collection points on the paper map and online.
For full details of proper waste collection click here.
In the village you can hire vehicles for all tastes:
• karts - to race through the village streets (hire at the photoshop)
• normal or electric bikes - to enjoy the open air and visit neighbouring villages (hire at the bike hire shop next to the infopoint)
- car, Vespa or van - to comfortably visit all the sights the area has to offer (hire at the infopoint or directly at www.toniolorentacar.com - with code HU2025).
To cancel your stay, please send a request to the Village where you booked by filling in the appropriate form.
Our staff will provide you with the necessary assistance, explaining all the options for cancellation and information about penalties according to the cancellation conditions in the contract.
If you have booked with the Relax rate, Europ Assistance insurance is included in the price: once the cancellation has been confirmed with the Village, you'll receive a statement confirming the cancellation fee payable.
You can claim on the insurance if your cancellation is due to sudden events, or certifiable causes that could not have been foreseen at the time of booking > Art.27 Exclusions. For more information click here
You can also claim a reimbursement if your trip has to be cancelled due to a positive Covid-19 test (verified by a rapid or molecular swab with positive result) or certified quarantine.
The coverage is valid for the insured person and/or their cohabiting family members and/or travel companions, whose details were given at the time of booking.
With Europ Assistance you can benefit from full coverage before and during your trip. You are covered for cancellation of your holiday, healthcare and reimbursement of medical expenses from the date of departure to the date of return, vehicle assistance and changes to your holiday for days paid for and not used. To claim on the insurance policy, you will need to contact the Europ Assistance operations centre directly. Full details can be found in the Manual.
You can make a complaint through our website by clicking here.
We will reply to you as soon as possible.
Items found within the accommodation and in the village will be delivered to the lost and found at reception. Please send an e-mail to [email protected] to make a lost property report.
If the item is found, you will be contacted and it will be sent back to the given address. Shipping and its organisation will be the responsibility of the recipient.