Thank you for visiting our website. Your privacy is important to us, and we are committed to protecting your personal information. This Privacy Policy is designed to help you understand how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.
Last Updated: 29/06/2025
1. Information We Collect
We may collect both personally identifiable information (PII) and non-personally identifiable information when you visit our website. PII may include your name, email address, passport information (e.g. passport number, issuing country, expiration date), and other travel documentation necessary for booking tours. Non-personally identifiable information may include your IP address, browser type, and other technical details.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for various purposes, including:
- Providing and improving our website
- Responding to your inquiries
- Sending newsletters or promotional materials
- Customizing your experience on our website
- Arranging and managing travel bookings, including check‑in with third‑party operators
3. Legal Basis for Processing
Under the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018, we are required to inform you about the legal grounds on which we process your personal data. These legal bases include:
- Your consent
- The performance of a contract (e.g. travel booking and related services)
- Our legitimate interests, which include operating our business, improving our services, and marketing our products
- Compliance with legal obligations (e.g. aviation or immigration checks)
4. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
We may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your experience on our website. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings, but please note that some features of our website may not function properly if you do so.
5. Third-Party Disclosure
We do not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer your personal information to third parties without your consent. However, we may share your information with trusted third parties who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you.
6. Data Transfers
We may need to transfer your personal data (including passport information and other travel documentation) to our service partners, tour operators, airlines, and accommodation providers outside the UK/EU when it is necessary to arrange and deliver your booked tours. In all cases, we ensure your data is only passed on where required and handled securely.
7. Data Retention
We will retain your personal data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. The criteria used to determine the retention period include the nature and sensitivity of the data, the purposes for processing, and legal requirements.
8. Data Breach Notification
In the event of a data breach that is likely to result in a risk to your rights and freedoms, we will notify you and the relevant data protection authorities (including the ICO) as required by law.
9. Security Measures
We take reasonable precautions to protect your information. However, no data transmission over the internet or electronic storage is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
10. Your Choices
You have the right to access, correct, or delete your personal information. You may also choose to opt-out of certain communications. If you have any concerns about your privacy, please contact us using the information provided below.
11. Automated Decision-Making and Profiling
We do not engage in automated decision-making or profiling that has legal or similarly significant effects on you.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to update our Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised date.
13. Contact Information
By using our website, you consent to the terms outlined in this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions or concerns regarding our Privacy Policy, please contact us at contact@whynotadventures.co.uk.