Effective as of 15 August 2025

Privacy Policy

At Discerning Travels (“we,” “us,” or “our”), your privacy matters to me as much as it matters to you. I am committed to protecting the personal information you share and using it only to provide the best travel planning experience for you.


This policy explains what information I collect, how I use it, and how I protect it when you use my website, make an enquiry, or book a trip with me.


1. Information We Collect

When you contact us or make a booking, we may collect:


  • Contact Information – Your name, email address, phone number, and postal address.

  • Booking Details – Information needed to arrange your travel, such as passport details, date of birth, travel preferences, and payment information.

  • Communication History – Details from your enquiries or conversations with us so we can provide a personalised service.


We also collect basic website usage data (such as page visits) through analytics tools to improve your browsing experience.


2. How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:


  • Respond to your enquiries and provide quotes.

  • Make and manage your travel bookings.

  • Share essential booking details with trusted travel suppliers (such as hotels, airlines, and tour providers).

  • Keep you informed about your bookings or related travel services.

  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.


We will never sell your personal information to third parties.


3. Sharing Your Information

We only share your personal information when necessary to provide your travel services. This may include:


  • Travel Suppliers – such as airlines, hotels, and tour operators, for booking purposes.

  • Payment Providers – to securely process payments.

  • Legal Obligations – if required by law or to protect our legal rights.


All partners we work with are expected to handle your information securely and lawfully.


4. Image Use


All images featured on this website, unless otherwise stated, were taken by Discerning Travels and are for our own use. They may not be copied, shared, or used elsewhere without our permission. If you wish to use one of our images, please contact us first.


5. Data Security

We store your personal data securely and take reasonable measures to protect it from loss or misuse, and from unauthorised access. While no online system can be guaranteed 100% secure, we work to safeguard your information at every step.



6. Your Rights

You have the right to:


  • Access a copy of the information we hold about you.

  • Ask us to correct or update your details.

  • Request the deletion of your personal information, where legally possible.

  • Withdraw consent for marketing communications at any time.


To exercise your rights, contact us using the details below.



7. Changes to This Privacy Policy


We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.



By using our website and services, you agree to this Privacy Policy and the collection and use of your information as described above.