Cookie policy
Cookie policy
Last updated: 27 July 2025
1. What Are Cookies
Cookies are small text files stored on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are used to ensure websites function properly, to enhance user experience, and to provide information to website owners. Cookies may be set by the website itself (first-party cookies) or by third-party services integrated into the site.
2. Legal Basis for Cookie Use
Under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the EU ePrivacy Directive, we are required to obtain your prior consent before placing any non-essential cookies (such as analytics or marketing cookies) on your device. Essential cookies, which are necessary for the functioning of the site, are placed without consent based on our legitimate interest (Article 6(1)(f) GDPR).
You have the right to decide whether to accept or reject cookies through our cookie consent banner, which is displayed upon your first visit. You may also change or withdraw your consent at any time by adjusting your preferences via the “Cookie Settings” link at the bottom of the website.
3. How We Use Cookies
At Sailaway Vacations, we use cookies to enhance functionality, analyze website traffic, and support our marketing activities. These cookies help us provide a secure, efficient, and personalized browsing experience.
Cookies we use fall into four categories:
- Essential cookies, which ensure core website functionality such as navigation, session security, and load balancing. These do not require user consent.
- Analytics cookies, which collect aggregated, anonymous data to help us understand how visitors use our website. These are only activated with your consent.
- Functional cookies, which remember your preferences such as language or region and improve usability. These require consent.
- Marketing cookies, which track browsing activity to deliver personalized ads across different websites and platforms. These are only used with your prior, explicit consent.
4. Third-Party Cookies
Our website may include third-party services that set their own cookies. These may include:
- Google Analytics, used to collect usage data and performance insights
- Facebook and Instagram, used for social sharing and retargeting ads
- Booking partners, including yacht charter systems that store preferences during inquiry or booking processes
- Payment processors, which ensure secure checkout sessions
We do not control these cookies directly. We recommend reviewing the privacy and cookie policies of these third parties for more information on their practices.
5. Consent and Cookie Management
When you visit our website for the first time, you will be presented with a cookie banner allowing you to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customize your preferences. No analytics, functional, or marketing cookies will be activated unless you provide affirmative consent by clicking “Accept” or enabling specific categories.
You can manage or withdraw your consent at any time via the “Cookie Settings” link available on all pages. Additionally, most browsers allow you to block or delete cookies manually through their settings.
For your convenience, you may also opt out of specific third-party cookies using the following tools:
- Google Analytics Opt-out: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout
- Facebook Ad Preferences: https://www.facebook.com/adpreferences/ad_settings
6. Consequences of Disabling Cookies
Disabling certain cookies may affect your experience on our website. Some features may not work as intended, content may not be personalized, and you may need to re-enter information on multiple visits. While essential services will remain available, rejecting other cookies may reduce overall performance or convenience.
7. Cookie Lifespan
Cookies vary in duration depending on their function. Session cookies are temporary and deleted once your browser is closed. Persistent cookies remain on your device until they expire or are manually deleted. Analytics cookies such as those from Google are typically retained for 24 to 26 months. The exact lifespan of each cookie is listed in our cookie consent panel, available under “Cookie Settings.”
8. Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy periodically to reflect changes in technology, legal requirements, or our operational practices. Any material changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review this policy regularly to stay informed.
9. Contact
If you have questions or concerns about this Cookie Policy or your personal data, you may contact us at:
Sailaway Vacations
Email: info@sailaway-vacations.com
Phone: +32 496 862 806
Address: Langestraat 39, 9620 Zottegem, Belgium
Website: www.sailaway-vacations.com
Please note that if you are redirected to a partner website for a booking or payment, their own cookie policy will apply to your browsing and data on those external services.