Privacy Policy | Wandering Sojourners

WANDERING SOJOURNERS TRAVEL

Effective Date: April 18, 2026

Wandering Sojourners Travel ("Waso Travel," "we," "our," or "us") is a faith-based group tour company based in Marietta, Georgia. We are committed to protecting the privacy of our clients, website visitors, and prospective travelers. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your personal information when you visit our website, contact us, or book a tour.

By using our website or services, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our website or submitting personal information to us.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following categories of personal information:

a. Information You Provide Directly

Full name, email address, mailing address, and phone number
Passport details and travel document information (required for international tour bookings)
Date of birth and emergency contact information
Dietary restrictions, accessibility needs, or medical information relevant to travel
Payment information (processed securely through third-party payment processors)
Messages, inquiries, or feedback you send to us

b. Information Collected Automatically

IP address, browser type, and operating system
Pages visited, time spent on pages, and referring URLs
Cookies and similar tracking technologies (see Section 6 below)

c. Information from Third Parties

Referrals from churches, partner organizations, or other tour participants
Information provided by travel partners, airlines, or hotels in connection with your booking

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

To process tour bookings, reservations, and payments
To communicate with you about your trip, itinerary updates, and logistics
To fulfill legal and regulatory requirements related to international travel
To send promotional materials, newsletters, or upcoming tour announcements (you may opt out at any time)
To improve our website, services, and customer experience
To respond to inquiries, customer service requests, or complaints
To comply with applicable laws, prevent fraud, and protect the safety of our travelers and staff

3. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information only in the following circumstances:

Travel Service Providers: Airlines, hotels, ground transportation, and tour operators who need your information to fulfill your booking
Payment Processors: Secure third-party processors that handle payment transactions on our behalf
Legal Compliance: When required by law, subpoena, or governmental authority
Business Operations: With trusted service providers (e.g., email platforms, website hosting) who process data on our behalf under confidentiality agreements
Safety & Protection: To protect the rights, safety, or property of Wandering Sojourners Travel, our travelers, or the public

We require all third parties who handle your data to maintain appropriate security measures and to use your information only for the purposes we specify.

4. Faith-Based Content & Sensitive Information

Wandering Sojourners Travel organizes tours with biblical and historical content. By participating, you acknowledge that our tours are conducted within a Christian faith context. We may collect information regarding your religious affiliation, dietary preferences related to faith observance, or accessibility needs.

This information is used solely to enhance your tour experience and will not be shared outside of the purposes described in this policy. We handle such information with the utmost care and respect.

5. Data Retention

We retain personal information for as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy, including complying with legal, accounting, and reporting obligations. Booking records, contracts, and related financial documents are typically retained for a minimum of seven (7) years. You may request deletion of your data at any time, subject to our legal obligations.

6. Cookies & Tracking Technologies

Our website may use cookies and similar tracking technologies to enhance your browsing experience, analyze site traffic, and understand visitor behavior. You may adjust your browser settings to decline cookies, though some features of the site may not function properly as a result.

We do not use cookies to collect sensitive personal information or sell data to advertising networks.

7. Data Security

We take reasonable administrative, technical, and physical safeguards to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, alteration, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or electronic storage is 100% secure. We encourage you to use strong passwords and to contact us promptly if you suspect any unauthorized access to your information.

8. Your Rights & Choices

Depending on your location and applicable law, you may have the right to:

Access the personal information we hold about you
Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete information
Request deletion of your personal information (subject to legal retention requirements)
Opt out of marketing communications at any time by contacting us or clicking "unsubscribe" in any email
Request that we restrict or limit how we use your data

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information in Section 11 below. We will respond to your request within 30 days.

9. Children's Privacy

Our website and services are not directed to children under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13 without verifiable parental consent. If you believe we have inadvertently collected information from a child, please contact us immediately and we will take prompt steps to delete it.

For minors ages 13-17 participating in a group tour, a parent or legal guardian must provide consent and co-sign all booking documents.

10. Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites, including partner organizations, churches, or travel booking platforms. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites and encourage you to review their privacy policies before providing any personal information.

11. Contact Us

If you have questions, concerns, or requests related to this Privacy Policy, please contact us:

Wandering Sojourners Travel

Marietta, Georgia

Website: wanderingsojourners.com

Email: [your email address]

Phone: [your phone number]

12. Updates to This Privacy Policy

We reserve the right to update or modify this Privacy Policy at any time. Changes will be posted on our website with an updated effective date. Your continued use of our website or services after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the revised policy. We encourage you to review this policy periodically.

Wandering Sojourners Travel | Marietta, Georgia | wanderingsojourners.com | Effective: April 18, 2026