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Happy Trails Getaways

Privacy Policy and Terms of Use

Effective Date: March 7, 2026

 

Welcome to the Happy Trails Getaways website (“Website”). Your privacy is important to us. This Privacy Policy explains how Happy Trails Getaways (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) collects, uses, shares, and protects your information when you visit our Website or interact with our services.

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By accessing or using the Website, you agree to the practices described in this Privacy Policy and the Terms and Conditions below.

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Information We Collect

We may collect several types of information from users of our Website, including:

Personal Information

Information that can identify you, including:

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • Payment details (if booking travel through our services)

Non-Personal Information

We may automatically collect certain information when you visit the Website, including:

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Pages visited

  • Time spent on pages

  • Referring URLs

This information helps us improve our Website and services.

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How We Use Your Information

Happy Trails Getaways may use collected information to:

  • Process bookings and travel inquiries

  • Communicate with you about reservations or travel plans

  • Respond to customer service requests

  • Send promotional offers, newsletters, or updates (you may opt out at any time)

  • Improve the functionality and user experience of our Website

  • Monitor and analyze usage trends

  • Prevent fraud or misuse of our services

 

Data Sharing and Third Parties

We may share your information with trusted third parties when necessary to operate our business, including:

  • Travel suppliers (hotels, airlines, tour providers)

  • Payment processing companies

  • Marketing and analytics providers

  • Technology vendors that support our Website

 

Linked Websites

Our Website may contain links to third-party websites or services. If you click into any webpages linked from the Happy Trails Getaways Website, you may be directed to an external website that is not operated by us.

Please note:

  • These external sites have their own privacy policies and data collection practices.

  • Happy Trails Getaways is not responsible for the privacy practices or content of those websites.

  • Any information you provide on those websites may be collected directly by the third party.

We encourage users to review the privacy policies of any external sites they visit.

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How We Use Cookies

Our Website uses cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance user experience and improve our services.

What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small data files stored on your device when you visit a website.

How We Use Cookies

We use cookies to:

  • Remember user preferences

  • Enable website functionality

  • Analyze traffic and visitor behavior

  • Personalize content and marketing

  • Improve website performance

Types of Cookies We May Use

Essential Cookies
Necessary for the operation of our Website, such as enabling page navigation and booking features.

Analytics Cookies
Help us understand how visitors interact with our Website so we can improve functionality.

Marketing Cookies
Used to deliver relevant advertising or promotions based on browsing activity.

Managing Cookies

Most web browsers allow you to:

  • Block cookies

  • Delete existing cookies

  • Receive alerts when cookies are used

However, disabling cookies may affect some Website functionality.

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Data Security

Happy Trails Getaways takes reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your information. However, no internet transmission or storage system can be guaranteed to be 100% secure.

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Your Privacy Rights

Depending on your location, you may have rights including:

  • Access to personal data we hold about you

  • Request correction or deletion of your information

  • Opt out of marketing communications

  • Request information about how your data is shared

To exercise these rights, please contact us at:

Email: aimee.stout@fora.travel.

Aimee Stout, Happy Trails Getaways is a FORA Travel Certified Travel Advisor.

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Children's Privacy

Our Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

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Changes to This Privacy Policy

Happy Trails Getaways may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any updates will be posted on this page with the revised effective date.

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Terms and Conditions

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using the Happy Trails Getaways Website, you agree to comply with these Terms and Conditions.

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Use of the Website

Users agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes. You may not:

  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems

  • Use the Website for fraudulent travel bookings

  • Copy or reproduce Website content without permission

 

Travel Bookings

Happy Trails Getaways may act as an intermediary between customers and travel service providers such as airlines, hotels, and tour operators.

We are not responsible for:

  • Changes to travel schedules

  • Service disruptions from travel providers

  • Supplier cancellations or policies

All bookings may also be subject to the individual terms and conditions of the travel provider.

 

Intellectual Property

All content on the Happy Trails Getaways Website, including text, graphics, logos, and images, is the property of Happy Trails Getaways or its licensors and may not be used without permission.

 

Limitation of Liability

Happy Trails Getaways is not liable for:

  • Indirect or consequential damages

  • Travel disruptions beyond our control

  • Losses arising from third-party services

Use of the Website is at your own risk.

 

Governing Law

These Terms and this Privacy Policy shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California.

Contact Information

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or Terms and Conditions, please contact:

Happy Trails Getaways
Email: aimee.stout@fora.travel

Aimee Stout, Happy Trails Getaways is a FORA Travel Certified Travel Advisor.

1-877-455-0267

 

California Privacy Rights (CCPA / CPRA)

If you are a resident of California, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information under the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (CPRA).

These laws provide California residents with greater transparency and control over how businesses collect and use personal information.

Categories of Personal Information We Collect

Under California law, we may collect the following categories of personal information from consumers:

Identifiers

  • Name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

  • IP address

Commercial Information

  • Travel booking information

  • Purchase history

  • Customer service records

Internet or Electronic Network Activity

  • Website browsing activity

  • Pages viewed

  • Interaction with our Website

Geolocation Data

  • Approximate location based on IP address

Inferences

  • Preferences or interests related to travel services

We collect this information directly from you, automatically through website interactions, and from third-party service providers involved in travel bookings.

How We Use Personal Information

We may use personal information to:

  • Provide and manage travel services and bookings

  • Communicate with customers about reservations or inquiries

  • Improve our Website and services

  • Send marketing communications

  • Detect fraud or security issues

  • Comply with legal obligations

 

Sharing of Personal Information

Happy Trails Getaways may share personal information with:

  • Travel suppliers such as airlines, hotels, and tour operators

  • Payment processors

  • Marketing and analytics providers

  • Technology service providers that support our Website

We may also share information when required by law or to protect the rights and safety of our company or users.

Happy Trails Getaways does not sell personal information for monetary compensation. However, certain data sharing for advertising or analytics may be considered “sharing” under California law.

 

Your Rights Under California Law

California residents may have the right to:

Right to Know

Request information about the categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.

Right to Delete

Request deletion of personal information we have collected from you, subject to certain legal exceptions.

Right to Correct

Request correction of inaccurate personal information maintained about you.

Right to Opt-Out of Sale or Sharing

You may request that we not sell or share your personal information for cross-context behavioral advertising.

Right to Limit Use of Sensitive Personal Information

If sensitive personal information is collected, you may request that its use be limited to necessary business purposes.

Right to Non-Discrimination

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.

How to Submit a Privacy Request

California residents may submit privacy requests by contacting us:

Email: aimee.stout@fora.travel

Aimee Stout, Happy Trails Getaways is a FORA Travel Certified Travel Advisor.

1-877-455-0267

Please include sufficient information for us to verify your identity and process your request.

We will respond to verifiable consumer requests within the time required by applicable law.

 

Authorized Agents

You may designate an authorized agent to submit requests on your behalf. We may require proof of authorization and verification of identity before processing such requests.

 

Retention of Personal Information

Happy Trails Getaways retains personal information only for as long as necessary to:

  • Provide travel services

  • Fulfill legal obligations

  • Resolve disputes

  • Enforce agreements

 

Do Not Track Signals

Some web browsers include a “Do Not Track” signal. Because there is currently no universal standard for responding to such signals, our Website may not respond to them.

Updates to This California Privacy Section

We may update this section periodically to comply with changes in privacy laws or business practices. Updates will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

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EEA, UK & Swiss Privacy Notice

This section applies to individuals located in the European Economic Area (EEA), the United Kingdom, and Switzerland who access the Happy Trails Getaways website or use our travel services.

Happy Trails Getaways is committed to protecting personal data in accordance with applicable international privacy regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the UK GDPR.

 

Data Controller

For purposes of applicable data protection laws, the data controller responsible for your personal information is:

Happy Trails Getaways
Email: aimee.stout@fora.travel

Aimee Stout, Happy Trails Getaways is a FORA Travel Certified Travel Advisor.

1-877-455-0267

 

Personal Data We Collect

We may collect and process the following categories of personal data:

Identity Information

  • Name

  • Date of birth (if required for travel bookings)

Contact Information

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Mailing address

Travel Information

  • Travel preferences

  • Booking details

  • Destination information

Payment Information

  • Billing details and payment confirmations (processed through secure payment providers)

Technical Data

  • IP address

  • Browser type

  • Device information

  • Website usage data

 

Purposes of Processing Personal Data

We process personal data for the following purposes:

  • To provide and manage travel bookings and reservations

  • To communicate with customers regarding travel services

  • To respond to inquiries and customer support requests

  • To send travel updates or service notifications

  • To improve our website and services

  • To comply with legal obligations

 

Legal Bases for Processing

Under applicable data protection laws, we rely on the following legal bases for processing personal data:

Contractual Necessity
Processing necessary to fulfill travel bookings or provide requested services.

Legitimate Interests
Operating and improving our business, preventing fraud, and maintaining security.

Consent
Sending marketing communications or collecting certain optional information.

Legal Compliance
Meeting regulatory, tax, and legal obligations.

 

Sharing Personal Data

We may share personal data with trusted third parties including:

  • Airlines

  • Hotels and accommodation providers

  • Tour operators and activity providers

  • Payment processors

  • Technology service providers

  • Marketing and analytics partners

We only share information necessary to perform the requested travel services or operate our business.

 

International Data Transfers

Because Happy Trails Getaways operates in the United States, personal data may be transferred to and processed in the United States or other countries.

When personal data is transferred outside the EEA, UK, or Switzerland, we implement appropriate safeguards such as:

  • Standard contractual clauses

  • Secure data processing agreements with service providers

These safeguards are designed to protect personal data in accordance with applicable data protection laws.

 

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary to:

  • Provide requested travel services

  • Maintain required business records

  • Comply with legal obligations

  • Resolve disputes and enforce agreements

When personal data is no longer needed, we take reasonable steps to securely delete or anonymize it.

Your Data Protection Rights

Individuals in the EEA, UK, and Switzerland may have the following rights:

Right of Access
Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.

Right to Rectification
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

Right to Erasure
Request deletion of your personal data where permitted by law.

Right to Restrict Processing
Request limitation of how we process your data.

Right to Data Portability
Request transfer of your personal data to another service provider.

Right to Object
Object to processing of your personal data for certain purposes, including direct marketing.

Right to Withdraw Consent
Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent.

Exercising Your Rights

To exercise your privacy rights, please contact:

Happy Trails Getaways
Email: aimee.stout@fora.travel

Aimee Stout, Happy Trails Getaways is a FORA Travel Certified Travel Advisor.

 

We may request verification of identity before processing certain requests.

Complaints to Supervisory Authorities

If you believe your personal data has been processed unlawfully, you may file a complaint with your local data protection authority.

Residents of the EEA, UK, or Switzerland may contact the supervisory authority in their country of residence.

 

Updates to This Notice

Happy Trails Getaways may update this EEA, UK & Swiss Privacy Notice from time to time. Any updates will be posted on our website with the revised effective date.

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Trip Interruption, Changes, and Terms of Purchase

Agreement to Terms at Time of Purchase

By booking or purchasing travel services through Happy Trails Getaways (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”), the customer acknowledges and agrees to the terms and conditions applicable to the specific travel service at the time of purchase.

These terms may include policies established by third-party travel providers such as airlines, hotels, cruise lines, tour operators, transportation providers, or other travel suppliers.

Customers are responsible for reviewing and accepting all applicable supplier terms before completing a booking.

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Trip Interruptions

A trip interruption occurs when travel is disrupted after departure or during the scheduled travel period due to circumstances including, but not limited to:

  • Weather conditions

  • Airline delays or cancellations

  • Mechanical issues

  • Government restrictions or border closures

  • Natural disasters

  • Health emergencies

  • Strikes or labor disputes

  • Acts of terrorism or civil unrest

  • Other circumstances beyond the control of Happy Trails Getaways

 

Happy Trails Getaways does not control the operations of third-party travel suppliers and therefore cannot guarantee uninterrupted travel services.

Responsibility for Travel Provider Policies

When a trip interruption occurs, the policies of the travel provider (such as the airline, hotel, cruise line, or tour operator) will determine:

  • Refund eligibility

  • Rebooking options

  • Travel credits or vouchers

  • Fees or penalties

 

Happy Trails Getaways will make reasonable efforts to assist customers in communicating with travel providers, but we cannot guarantee refunds, credits, or alternative arrangements.

No Liability for Travel Disruptions

Happy Trails Getaways shall not be held liable for trip interruptions, delays, cancellations, or service disruptions caused by:

  • Third-party travel suppliers

  • Events beyond our control (force majeure events)

  • Government actions or travel restrictions

  • Natural disasters or severe weather

  • Transportation disruptions

Any compensation, reimbursement, or accommodations related to interrupted travel are subject to the terms and policies of the applicable travel provider.

 

Travel Insurance Recommendation

Happy Trails Getaways strongly recommends purchasing travel insurance that includes coverage for:

  • Trip interruption

  • Trip cancellation

  • Emergency medical expenses

  • Travel delays

  • Lost or delayed baggage

Travel insurance may provide reimbursement or assistance in situations where travel is disrupted.

Customers are responsible for reviewing the coverage details and limitations of any insurance policy purchased.

Customer Responsibility During Travel

 

Customers are responsible for:

  • Maintaining valid travel documentation (passports, visas, identification)

  • Arriving on time for scheduled transportation and activities

  • Following all instructions from travel providers and tour operators

Failure to comply with travel provider requirements may result in denied boarding, missed departures, or cancellation of services without refund.

 

Changes Requested by Customer

If a customer requests changes to a confirmed booking, such changes may be subject to:

  • Change fees from travel providers

  • Fare or price differences

  • Administrative service fees

Availability of changes is not guaranteed and depends on the policies of the travel provider.

 

Force Majeure

Happy Trails Getaways shall not be liable for failure to perform any obligation when such failure results from events beyond reasonable control, including but not limited to:

  • Natural disasters

  • Acts of God

  • War or terrorism

  • Government orders

  • Public health emergencies

  • Transportation shutdowns

  • Power outages or system failures

In such circumstances, refunds or rescheduling options are subject to the policies of the travel provider involved.

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