Privacy Policy

Effective Date: June 1, 2025

At Dear Destination Travel (“we,” “our,” or “us”), your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information when you visit www.deardestinationtravel.com (the “Site”). By using the Site, you agree to the terms of this policy.

Information We Collect

We only collect personal information that you voluntarily provide through:

  • Newsletter Sign-Up Form – name and email address.
  • Contact Form (Blog) – name, email address, and any information you choose to include in your message.
  • Consulting Services Inquiry Form – name, email address, and details related to your inquiry.

We do not collect payment details through this Site.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information you provide to:

  • Send newsletters, travel tips, and updates (if you opted in).
  • Respond to your inquiries and provide requested information.
  • Communicate about consulting services.
  • Improve the Site and user experience.

We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

Email Communications

  • You will only receive our newsletter if you have opted in.
  • Every newsletter contains an unsubscribe link so you can opt out at any time.

Cookies & Analytics

Like many websites, we may use cookies or analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the Site. This information is aggregated and does not personally identify you. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party services (such as email marketing providers) to deliver newsletters and manage contact forms. These providers are only given the information necessary to perform their functions and are required to keep your data secure.

Data Security

We take reasonable measures to protect the information you provide against loss, misuse, or unauthorized access. However, no online transmission or storage system can be guaranteed 100% secure.

Your Rights

  • You may request to see what personal information we hold about you.
  • You may request corrections or deletion of your data at any time.
  • To make such a request, please contact us at: ddtravel.kristen@gmail.com.

Children’s Privacy

This Site is not directed toward children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

Embedded content from other websites

Articles on this site may include embedded content (e.g. videos, images, articles, etc.). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the exact same way as if the visitor has visited the other website.

These websites may collect data about you, use cookies, embed additional third-party tracking, and monitor your interaction with that embedded content, including tracking your interaction with the embedded content if you have an account and are logged in to that website.

Affiliate Disclosure

Articles and itineraries may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase using one of the links provided, Dear Destination Travel may receive compensation from the service or product provider at no additional cost to you.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated “Effective Date.”

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact us at:

Dear Destination Travel
Email: ddtravel.kristen@gmail.com

Terms & Conditions

Blog Content and Paid Itinerary Services

DEAR DESTINATION TRAVEL provides travel itineraries and advice through free blog content, downloadable PDFs, and paid custom itinerary planning services. By accessing, downloading, or purchasing any content or services from us, users agree to these terms in their entirety:

1. Use at Own Risk

All itinerary materials and travel recommendations, whether free or custom, are provided for informational and personal use only. While we base our suggestions on real travel experience and research, we make no guarantees regarding the accuracy, availability, safety, cost, or quality of any destinations, activities, accommodations, transportation, or third-party services mentioned in our content.

Travel inherently involves risks including but not limited to injury, illness, property damage, trip delays, cancellations, and unforeseen circumstances. Any actions taken based on our recommendations are at the user’s sole discretion and risk. To the fullest extent permitted by law, DEAR DESTINATION TRAVEL disclaims all liability for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from use of our materials or services.

2. Information Accuracy and Updates

All travel information is accurate as of the date provided, but conditions change constantly. Prices, hours of operation, availability, entry requirements, safety conditions, and local regulations can change without notice. Users are solely responsible for verifying current information and conditions before making travel decisions or bookings.

3. Custom Itinerary Services

DEAR DESTINATION TRAVEL paid custom itinerary services provide personalized travel planning research and recommendations only. Bookings, payments, or reservations for flights, accommodations, tours, or any third-party services can be rendered for an additional fee as part of a Concierge Travel Advisor service. 

Otherwise, all booking decisions and arrangements are the client’s sole responsibility. Clients must independently verify all travel requirements including but not limited to passports, visas, vaccinations, health advisories, travel insurance, and entry restrictions before departure.

DEAR DESTINATION TRAVEL does not guarantee the availability or pricing of recommended services or suppliers after delivery of the final itinerary or at the time of travel.

4. Third-Party Services and Links

Our content may include recommendations for or links to external websites, booking platforms, tour operators, and service providers. These references do not constitute endorsements, and we are not responsible for the content, policies, or practices of any third parties. User interactions with external parties are governed by their own terms and are at the user’s own risk.

5. Intellectual Property Rights

All content including itineraries, recommendations, text, images, and formatting is the exclusive intellectual property of DEAR DESTINATION TRAVEL. Free materials may be used for personal, non-commercial purposes only. Users may not copy, reproduce, distribute, sell, modify, or publicly share any of our content without prior written permission.

6. Indemnification

Users agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless DEAR DESTINATION TRAVEL and its owners from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable attorney fees) arising from their use of our content or services, their travel activities, or their violation of these terms.

7. Limitation of Liability

In no event shall DEAR DESTINATION TRAVEL be liable for any amount exceeding the fees paid by the client for custom services, if any. For free content, our liability is limited to zero dollars.

8. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time. Updated terms will be posted with a new “Last Updated” date and take effect immediately upon posting. Continued use of our content or services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.

9. Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of FLORIDA, without regard to conflict of law principles. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Lake County, FL.

10. Contact Information

Questions about these terms should be directed to us using the contact information provided on our website.

By using our content or services, users acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these terms.