Privacy and GDPR Policy

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At A Travel Designer, I respect your privacy and am committed to protecting your personal data. This policy outlines how I collect, use, and safeguard your information in accordance with the General Data Protection Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR).

1. Who I Am

This website is operated by A Travel Designer, a boutique travel design service led by Olga Palaga. You can reach me at:

2. What Personal Data I Collect

I only collect the data I truly need to communicate with you and to craft meaningful, personalized travel experiences. This may include:

  • Your name and contact information (email, phone number)

  • Your location (city, country)

  • Travel preferences, lifestyle or dietary info (only if you choose to share)

  • Responses to forms or questionnaires on this site

  • Information shared via email or call

  • Basic website usage data (via cookies or analytics)

3. Why I Collect Your Data

I use your personal data for the following legitimate purposes:

  • To respond to your inquiries

  • To design and coordinate personalized travel journeys

  • To communicate important updates or trip-related information

  • To send occasional emails about upcoming journeys or offerings (only with your consent)

  • To improve my services and website (using aggregated data)

I never collect more than I need, and I never sell or rent your information to third parties.

4. Legal Basis for Processing Your Data

I process your data under the following lawful bases:

  • Consent – You’ve given clear permission (e.g. via a form or opt-in)

  • Contract – To fulfill a travel service or agreement with you

  • Legitimate Interest – To operate and improve my business in ways that don’t override your rights

  • Legal Obligation – To comply with legal requirements (e.g. tax documentation)

5. How Long I Keep Your Data

I retain your data only for as long as necessary for the purposes outlined above — typically no longer than 2 years after your last interaction, unless a longer period is required by law.

6. Who Has Access to Your Data

Your information is handled exclusively by me and, when necessary, by carefully selected partners (e.g. accommodation providers, local guides) to fulfill your trip — always with your knowledge and consent.

I never share your data for marketing purposes without your explicit permission.

7. Cookies & Analytics

This website may use cookies and third-party analytics tools (such as Google Analytics) to understand how visitors use the site and improve user experience. These cookies do not collect personally identifiable information.

By using the site, you consent to the use of these cookies. You can disable them in your browser settings.

8. Your Rights Under GDPR

You have the right to:

  • Access the personal data I hold about you

  • Correct inaccurate or incomplete information

  • Request the deletion of your data

  • Withdraw your consent at any time

  • Object to or restrict how your data is used

  • Lodge a complaint with a supervisory authority

To exercise any of these rights, simply email me at .

9. Data Security

I take appropriate technical and organizational measures to protect your data against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse. This includes secure email systems, password protection, and safe storage of any documentation shared.

10. Changes to This Policy

I may update this Privacy Policy occasionally to reflect changes in the law or how I operate. When I do, I’ll revise the “Last updated” date above. I encourage you to check this page from time to time.

Questions?

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how your data is used, feel free to contact me at: