Cookies

This Cookie Policy explains what cookies are, how Destinations of Wonder uses them on destinationsofwonder.com, and how you can manage your preferences. This policy should be read alongside our Privacy Policy.

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files placed on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites function efficiently, to remember your preferences, and to provide information to website owners. Cookies may be “session” cookies (deleted when you close your browser) or “persistent” cookies (retained for a set period or until deleted).

Similar technologies — such as pixels, web beacons, and local storage — may also be used and are referred to collectively as “cookies” in this policy.

2. Categories of Cookies We Use

We use the following categories of cookies on this site:

Strictly Necessary Cookies

These cookies are essential for the website to function and cannot be switched off. They are typically set in response to actions you take, such as logging into your account or completing a form. No consent is required for these cookies.

• WordPress authentication cookies (wp-settings, wordpress_logged_in, wordpress_sec): maintain your login session.
• CSRF tokens: protect form submissions against cross-site request forgery.

Analytical / Performance Cookies

These cookies allow us to count visits and understand how visitors interact with our site. All information collected is aggregated and anonymised. We use these insights to improve the site.

• Google Analytics (_ga, _gid, _gat): measures traffic, session duration, pages viewed, and user journeys. Data is retained for 26 months. You may opt out at: tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout.

Marketing & Targeting Cookies

These cookies may be set through our site by third-party advertising partners. They may be used to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant content or advertisements on other sites.

• Meta Pixel (_fbp, _fbc): tracks interactions with our content to measure performance and, where applicable, ad campaigns on Facebook and Instagram. Managed by Meta Platforms Ireland Ltd. You may adjust preferences at your Facebook Ad Settings.

Affiliate Tracking Cookies

When you click an affiliate link to Booking.com, Booking.com may set cookies on your device to track the referral and attribute any resulting bookings. Booking.com acts as the data controller for these cookies. Please refer to Booking.com’s Cookie Policy for full details.

3. Cookie Consent

In accordance with the EU ePrivacy Directive and GDPR, we obtain your consent before placing non-essential cookies (analytical, marketing, and affiliate cookies). When you first visit our site, a cookie banner will allow you to accept, decline, or customise your preferences. You may change your preferences at any time via the cookie settings link in the footer.

Strictly necessary cookies do not require consent and will be set regardless of your preferences.

4. How to Manage Cookies

In addition to our on-site controls, you can manage cookies directly through your browser settings. Most browsers allow you to:

• See what cookies have been set and delete them individually or in bulk.
• Block third-party cookies.
• Block all cookies (note: this may impair site functionality).
• Set your browser to notify you when cookies are being set.

Browser-specific instructions are available at:

• Chrome: support.google.com/chrome/answer/95647
• Firefox: support.mozilla.org/kb/enable-and-disable-cookies-website-preferences
• Safari: support.apple.com/guide/safari/manage-cookies-sfri11471
• Edge: support.microsoft.com/topic/delete-and-manage-cookies

You can also opt out of interest-based advertising across participating companies via the European Interactive Digital Advertising Alliance: youronlinechoices.eu.

5. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in the cookies we use or for regulatory reasons. The “Last updated” date at the top of this page reflects the most recent revision. We recommend checking back periodically.

6. Contact

If you have any questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at: hello@destinationsofwonder.com