This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website.

1. General Use of the Website

When you browse VanillaIsland.io, we may collect certain non-personal data such as:

Device type, browser, and IP address
Pages visited and time spent on the site
Referral sources (e.g., from search engines or social media)

This data helps us understand how visitors use the site, improve our content, and provide a better experience for you.

We also use cookies to:

Remember user preferences
Monitor website performance
Deliver personalised content and advertising (where applicable)

You can disable most cookies via your browser settings at any time. Except we do have some necessary performance cookies that enable us to improve the site’s overall performance.

2. Personal Information and Newsletter Subscriptions

When you subscribe to our newsletter or contact us, we may collect personal information such as:

Name
Email address
Preferences (e.g., travel interests or favorite island destinations)

We use this information to:

Send you updates and notifications about VanillaIsland.io
Offer personalised content and travel-related recommendations
Share offers and announcements from our trusted partners

3. Subscriber Notifications

By subscribing, you agree to receive occasional updates which may include:

a. New Stories

Get inspired by our latest travel blogs featuring culture, nature, food, and unique experiences from Madagascar, Mauritius, Réunion, Seychelles, Comoros, and Mayotte.

b. New Reviews

Discover trusted reviews of local products, services, and experiences — including hotels, restaurants, artisans, and tourism operators.

c. Special Offers from Partners

We may share exclusive deals and offers from our partners such as:

Tour operators
Airlines
Travel agencies
Travel gear providers

These partners include but are not limited to Holidays.IO, Ile Maurice, Rainbow.io, Mauritius Trade, LRT, InMauritius, and Voice N Views.

d. Travel Advice and Alerts

Stay informed about travel tips, entry requirements, safety advisories, and sustainability-focused travel updates.

4. Sponsored Content and Affiliate Links

Some of our reviews and stories may include affiliate links or be marked as “sponsored.” These collaborations support our mission and keep VanillaIsland.io free to use. We are selective with partnerships and strive to only promote services and experiences that align with our values of authenticity, sustainability, and cultural respect.
We clearly disclose any sponsored content or paid partnerships in accordance with best practices.

5. Data Protection and Security

We use industry-standard tools and protocols to protect your data. Your personal information will never be sold or shared with third parties without your consent, except when required by law.
All data is processed in compliance with international privacy regulations, including the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) where applicable.

6. Opt-Out and Data Access

You can unsubscribe from our newsletter at any time using the link provided in our emails. If you wish to:

Review or update your personal data
Request that we delete your data
Ask questions about this policy

Please contact us via our Contact Us page.

7. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices or legal requirements. When we do, the revised date at the top will be updated. We recommend reviewing this page periodically.