Last Updated: 12/10/2025

Welcome to Journey Gems. We are a travel guide blog that shares tips, stories, and destination information for families, couples, solo travelers, and anyone who loves exploring the world.
Your privacy is important to us, and this policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your information.

By using Journey Gems, you agree to the terms outlined here.

1. Information We Collect

a. Personal Information You Provide

We may collect:

• Name and email address (newsletters, comments, contact forms)

• Messages or content you submit on the site

b. Automatically Collected Data

We may collect:

• IP address

• Browser details

• Device type

• Time spent on pages

• Cookies or tracking data

This is used only for analytics, security, and website improvement.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use data to:

• Improve site content and performance

• Communicate with you when you contact us

• Send optional newsletters

• Keep the site secure

• Understand reader behavior to create better travel content

We never sell or trade your information.

3. Cookies

Cookies help us understand usage patterns and improve user experience.
You may disable cookies through your browser settings at any time.

4. Third-Party Tools and Services

We may use trusted third parties such as:

• Google Analytics

• Newsletter/email platforms

• Advertising networks

They may collect data under their own privacy policies. We are not responsible for third-party practices, but we choose reputable providers.

5. Legal Compliance

We may disclose information only when required by law, such as:

• Government requests

• Court orders

• Mandatory legal investigations

We do not share information voluntarily outside these circumstances.

6. Security

We use reasonable technical measures to protect your data.
However, no online system is 100% secure. By using our site, you acknowledge this risk.

7. Travel Information Disclaimer (Families, Couples, Kids, etc.)

Journey Gems provides general information for:

• Families traveling with children

• Couples

• Solo travelers

• Adventure and leisure travelers

Important:
Travel rules, safety conditions, cultural practices, local laws, and environmental factors can change at any time.

We strongly advise all readers to verify important information with:

• Certified local instructors

• Official tour guides

• Government tourism offices

• Local authorities and trusted professionals

Journey Gems is not responsible for decisions made based on our content, especially regarding safety, child-friendly activities, laws, or travel restrictions.

8. Image Use and Copyright Notice

Journey Gems may display images that are:

• Owned by us

• Provided by contributors

• Stock images

• Images sourced from the internet (including Google)

Important:

If any image used on Journey Gems is subject to copyright and you are the rightful owner, please contact us.
We will remove or replace the image as soon as possible.

We do not claim ownership of images where the copyright belongs to another party.

9. External Links

Journey Gems links to outside websites and services.
We are not responsible for content, privacy practices, or policies on external sites.

10. Children’s Privacy

Although families may use our website for travel planning, we do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13.

If a parent or guardian believes such data has been submitted, please contact us so we can delete it.

11. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy at any time.
Changes will be posted with a revised “Last Updated’’ date.

12. Contact Us

For questions about this Privacy Policy or to request removal of copyrighted images, please contact us at:

info@journeygems.co.uk