Privacy Policy

Effective Date: July 19, 2026

The Curious Tourist Company ("we," "our," or "us") values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we collect, how we use it, and the choices you have regarding your information when you visit our website or use our travel planning services.

Information We Collect

Depending on how you interact with our website, we may collect:

Information You Provide

You may choose to provide information such as:

  • Name
  • Email address
  • Phone number
  • Mailing address
  • Travel preferences
  • Passport information (when required for travel planning)
  • Emergency contact information
  • Budget and trip details
  • Responses to travel questionnaires and mystery trip surveys
  • Any other information you voluntarily provide when contacting us or requesting travel planning services

Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our website, certain information may be collected automatically, including:

  • IP address
  • Browser type
  • Device information
  • Pages visited
  • Time spent on the site
  • Referring website
  • Cookies and similar technologies

This information helps us improve the website and understand how visitors use it.

How We Use Your Information

We use your information to:

  • Respond to inquiries
  • Plan and book travel services
  • Personalize your travel experience
  • Prepare customized itineraries
  • Coordinate with travel suppliers
  • Send confirmations and travel documents
  • Deliver clue drops and Destination Reveal Boxes for mystery trips
  • Communicate updates regarding your trip
  • Improve our website and services
  • Comply with legal and accounting requirements

Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information.

We may share information only when necessary with trusted third parties involved in planning your trip, including:

  • Airlines
  • Hotels
  • Cruise lines
  • Tour operators
  • Insurance providers
  • Transportation companies
  • Our host agency
  • Payment processors
  • Technology providers that help operate our business

These companies receive only the information necessary to provide the services requested.

Payment Information

Payments may be processed through secure third-party payment providers or directly through travel suppliers. The Curious Tourist Company does not store complete credit card information on its servers.

Cookies

Our website may use cookies and similar technologies to:

  • Remember your preferences
  • Improve website performance
  • Analyze website traffic
  • Enhance your browsing experience

You may disable cookies through your browser settings, although some website features may not function properly.

Email Communications

If you subscribe to our mailing list or request information, we may send emails regarding:

  • Travel updates
  • Promotions
  • New destinations
  • Company news
  • Mystery trip announcements

You may unsubscribe at any time by using the unsubscribe link included in our emails.

Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical measures to protect your information. However, no method of electronic storage or internet transmission is completely secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

Data Retention

We retain personal information only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide our services
  • Meet legal and tax obligations
  • Resolve disputes
  • Maintain business records

When information is no longer needed, it is securely deleted or destroyed when practical.

Children's Privacy

Our services are not directed toward children under the age of 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children without the consent of a parent or legal guardian.

Your Choices

You may request to:

  • Access the personal information we maintain about you
  • Correct inaccurate information
  • Update your contact information
  • Request deletion of your information when legally permissible
  • Opt out of marketing emails

To make a request, please contact us using the information below.

Third-Party Websites

Our website may contain links to other websites. We are not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing personal information.

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.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or how your information is handled, please contact:

The Curious Tourist Company

Email: shannon@thecurioustouristcompany.com

Website:* thecurioustouristcompany.com*

Minnesota, USA