Our website address is: https://sunshineexpeditions.com.
Last Updated: June 25, 2025
Welcome to Sunshine Expeditions, a travel-focused website built on WordPress and associated with Dream Vacations. We are committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring transparency about how we collect, use, and safeguard your personal information. This Privacy Policy explains our practices regarding the information we collect through Sunshine Expeditions (the “Website”) and how it is handled. Dream Vacations is not a third party, as Sunshine Expeditions is directly affiliated with Dream Vacations.
1. Information We Collect
We may collect the following types of information when you visit or interact with our Website:
a. Personal Information
- Contact Information: Name, email address, and other details you provide when subscribing to newsletters, submitting inquiries, or requesting travel services through forms or third-party integrations.
- Booking Information: If you request travel-related bookings (e.g., tours, accommodations, or activities) via our Website, we may collect details such as travel preferences, and booking history.
- User-Generated Content: Comments, reviews, or content you submit on blog posts, forums, or travel guides.
b. Non-Personal Information
- Usage Data: Information about how you interact with the Website, including IP address, browser type, device information, pages visited, and time spent on the Website.
- Cookies and Tracking Technologies: We use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to enhance your experience, analyze traffic, and display personalized content or ads (e.g., travel recommendations). See our Cookie Policy below for details.
2. How We Collect Information
We collect information through:
- Forms: contact forms, or booking request forms.
- Third-Party Services: Plugins or integrations like Google Analytics, or social media widgets.
- Cookies and Analytics: Automated tools that track user behavior and preferences.
- User Submissions: Comments, reviews, or posts on our Website.
3. How We Use Your Information
We use your information to:
- Provide and personalize travel-related services, such as recommendations and itineraries.
- Send newsletters, promotional offers, or travel updates (with your consent).
- Improve our Website’s functionality, content, and user experience.
- Analyze Website usage and performance through tools like Google Analytics.
- Respond to inquiries, comments, or customer support requests.
- Comply with legal obligations or protect our rights.
4. Sharing Your Information
We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information with:
- Third-Party Service Providers: Trusted partners who assist with Website operations, such as payment processors, booking platforms, or email marketing services (e.g., Mailchimp).
- Mobile SMS/MMS Services: No mobile information will be shared with third parties for marketing/promotional purposes. All OPT-IN requests include text messaging originator opt-in data and consent; this information will not be shared with third parties. Please contact Sunshine Expeditions to OPT-OUT of any Sunshine Expeditions text messages.
- Travel Partners: If you request travel services, we may share necessary details with hotels, tour operators, or other providers to fulfill your request.
- Legal Authorities: When required by law or to protect our rights, safety, or property.
5. Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Our Website uses cookies to enhance your browsing experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us:
- Remember your preferences (e.g., language or currency).
- Display relevant travel ads or recommendations.
- Analyze Website performance.
You can manage cookie preferences through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool. For more details, see our Cookie Policy below.
6. Third-Party Links and Services
Our Website may contain links to third-party websites, such as travel booking platforms, affiliate partners, or social media. These sites have their own privacy policies, and we are not responsible for their practices. Please review their policies before sharing personal information.
7. Data Security
We implement reasonable security measures, such as SSL encryption and secure hosting, to protect your information. However, no online platform can guarantee complete security, and you share information at your own risk.
8. Your Rights
Depending on your location (e.g., under GDPR or CCPA), you may have the right to:
- Access, correct, or delete your personal information.
- Opt out of marketing communications.
- Restrict or object to certain data processing.
- Request data portability.
To exercise these rights, contact us at contact@sunshineexpeditions.com. We will respond within the legally required timeframe.
9. International Data Transfers
If you access our Website from outside the United States, your information may be transferred to servers in the United States. We take steps to ensure compliance with applicable data protection laws during such transfers.
10. Children’s Privacy
Our Website is not intended for children under 13 (or 16 in some jurisdictions). We do not knowingly collect personal information from children. If you believe we have collected such information, please contact us to have it removed.
11. Retention of Information
We retain your personal information only for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this policy or as required by law. For example, booking data may be retained for [X years] to comply with tax or legal obligations.
12. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. We will notify you of significant changes by posting the updated policy on our Website with a revised “Last Updated” date.
13. Contact Us
If you have questions or concerns about this Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
- Email: contact@sunshineexpeditions.com
Cookie Policy
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device to enhance your experience on our Website. They help us remember your preferences, track usage, and deliver personalized travel content.
Types of Cookies We Use
- Essential Cookies: Necessary for the Website to function (e.g., navigation, form submissions).
- Analytics Cookies: Track Website performance and user behavior (e.g., Google Analytics).
- Advertising Cookies: Enable personalized travel ads or affiliate links.
- Functional Cookies: Remember your settings, such as language or currency preferences.
Managing Cookies
You can disable or manage cookies through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool. Note that disabling cookies may affect Website functionality.
