Privacy Policy

Information We Collect

We collect limited personal information that you voluntarily provide when contacting us or using our website. Because Seafarer Journey is an informational resource rather than a booking platform, we do not ask for payment details, passport numbers, or other sensitive travel documents.

• Contact information such as your name and email address when you use our contact form or email us at [email protected].
• Usage data such as pages visited, time spent on the site, approximate location, browser type, and device information collected through cookies and analytics tools.
• Correspondence content that you include in messages, questions, or feedback submitted to us.

We do not collect sensitive personal information such as financial details, passport numbers, or health data. We also do not operate booking or payment processing on this site.

How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to operate, maintain, and improve our website and to respond to your inquiries. Our use is limited to the following purposes:

• To respond to emails and contact form submissions.
• To analyse website traffic and improve content, navigation, and user experience.
• To ensure the security of our website and prevent misuse or unauthorised access.
• To understand which cruise-planning topics are most useful to visitors so we can expand our guides and articles.

We do not sell, rent, or trade your personal information to third parties. Seafarer Journey does not run advertising or marketing campaigns, and we do not use your information to send promotional messages.

Cookies and Analytics

We use cookies and similar technologies to enhance your browsing experience and analyse site traffic. Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit a website. They help us remember basic preferences and understand how visitors move through our pages.

We may use analytics services, such as Google Analytics, to collect aggregated information about visitor behaviour. This helps us identify popular topics, improve page performance, and make our cruise-planning content easier to find. The data collected through analytics is generally de-identified and does not directly identify you.

You can control cookies through your browser settings, including blocking or deleting them. For more details about the specific cookies we use and how to manage your preferences, please see our Cookie Policy. We do not use cookies for targeted advertising.

Third-Party Links and Services

Our website contains links to external websites, including the official New Zealand cruise directory. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites. When you follow a link to another website, that site's own privacy policy will apply to any information you share there.

External links are provided for informational purposes only. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party sites you visit. For cruise planning information, see our New Zealand cruise itineraries.

Data Storage and Security

We take reasonable steps to protect your personal information from loss, unauthorised access, misuse, or disclosure. While no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, we strive to use commercially acceptable means to safeguard the information you share with us.

• Information is stored on secure servers with access controls.
• We use encryption where appropriate for data in transit and at rest.
• We retain personal information only as long as necessary for the purposes described in this policy.
• Access to personal information is limited to those who need it to operate the website or respond to inquiries.

We do not claim any specific security certifications. If you have questions about our security practices, please contact us using the details in the Contact section below.

Your Rights Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020

Under the New Zealand Privacy Act 2020, you have the right to access and request correction of your personal information held by us. You also have the right to ask questions about how your information is handled.

• You may request a copy of the personal information we hold about you.
• You may ask us to correct any inaccurate information.
• You may withdraw consent for certain uses of your information where applicable.
• You may request that we delete your personal information in certain circumstances.

To exercise these rights, contact us using the details provided in the Contact section below. We will respond to your request within a reasonable timeframe and in accordance with New Zealand law.

Contact Us for Privacy Inquiries

If you have any questions or concerns about this privacy policy or our data practices, please contact us using the details below.

• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +64 9 123 4567
• Address: 123 Queen Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this privacy policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a new effective date. We encourage you to review this policy periodically so that you remain aware of how we protect your information.

The date of the latest revision will always be shown at the top of this page. The current version is effective as of 20 September 2026.