Last updated: 11th November 2025
1. Introduction
This Cookie Policy outlines how BookDreamTravel (“we,” “us,” or “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies on our website, https://bookdreamtravel.com (“Website”). It explains what cookies are, why we use them, and the options available to you for managing or disabling them.
This policy forms part of our broader Privacy Policy and applies to all visitors and users interacting with our Website. By continuing to browse or use the Website, you agree to our use of cookies as described in this document—unless you adjust your browser or cookie settings to disable them.
2. What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They enable websites to function smoothly, support essential features, and offer insights into user activity.
Cookies may be:
- First-party cookies: Placed directly by bookdreamtravel.com.
- Third-party cookies: Placed by external service providers, including analytics tools, advertisers, and partners.
We may also use similar technologies such as pixels, beacons, SDKs, and browser storage. For simplicity, all such technologies are referred to collectively as “cookies” throughout this policy.
3. How We Use Cookies
Cookies on BookDreamTravel serve several purposes, including:
- Supporting essential functionality required for the Website to operate.
- Remembering preferences such as language, region, and login details.
- Improving website performance, navigation, and user experience.
- Understanding how users interact with the site through analytics.
- Presenting relevant advertisements and analysing ad performance.
- Enhancing security, preventing fraud, and protecting your account.
Please note that disabling certain cookies may affect site functionality.
4. Types of Cookies We Use
We use the following categories of cookies on our Website:
Strictly Necessary Cookies:
Essential for core website operations, secure login, and navigation. These cookies are required for the site to function and cannot be disabled.
Performance and Analytics Cookies:
Used to analyse site traffic, interaction patterns, session duration, and user behaviour. Tools such as Google Analytics help us improve our Website’s performance.
Functional Cookies:
Remember user-specific settings such as location, language, and display preferences to offer a personalised browsing experience.
Advertising and Targeting Cookies:
Used by advertising partners to deliver personalised ads, track browsing patterns, and measure the effectiveness of ad campaigns. These may include cookies from Google AdSense, DoubleClick, and similar services.
Social Media Cookies:
Enable integration with platforms like Facebook, Instagram, X (Twitter), and LinkedIn, allowing features such as content sharing and social engagement.
5. Google Cookies and Technologies
BookDreamTravel uses several Google services that rely on cookies, including:
- Google Analytics:
Helps us study user behaviour in an aggregated and anonymous manner. Users can opt out here: https://tools.google.com/dlpage/gaoptout - Google AdSense / DoubleClick:
Uses cookies—including the DART cookie—to display personalised ads based on your browsing behaviour. Manage your ad settings here: https://policies.google.com/technologies/ads - Google Tag Manager & Consent Mode v2:
Assists in deploying and managing scripts while honouring user consent preferences as required by Google’s guidelines.
6. Third-Party Cookies
We may allow third-party services to place cookies on our Website for purposes such as:
- Advertising and retargeting (e.g., Google, Meta, Amazon Ads)
- Tracking purchases made through affiliate links and attributing commissions
- Enabling social media interactions and plug-ins
- Running A/B tests or personalisation tools for improved site features
These cookies are managed by the respective third parties, and we encourage reviewing their privacy and cookie policies for further details.
7. Managing or Disabling Cookies
You can manage or restrict cookies in several ways:
Browser Controls:
Most browsers (Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge) allow users to block or delete cookies through their settings.
Opt-Out Tools:
- Google Ads Personalization: https://adssettings.google.com
- Network Advertising Initiative: http://www.networkadvertising.org/choices/
- Digital Advertising Alliance: http://www.aboutads.info/choices/
Cookie Consent Banner:
Upon your first visit, you will see a cookie notice allowing you to accept or decline non-essential cookies. You may update your preferences anytime using the “Cookie Settings” link in our footer.
Disabling certain cookies may limit functionality such as login persistence, saved settings, or personalised content.
8. Data Retention and Security
Cookies set by www.bookdreamtravel.com have varying lifespans:
- Session cookies: Removed when you close your browser.
- Persistent cookies: Stay stored until they expire or are manually deleted.
We apply appropriate security measures to protect cookie-related data from unlawful access, tampering, or disclosure.
9. Your Privacy Rights
Depending on your U.S. state of residence (such as California, Virginia, Colorado, Connecticut, or Utah), you may have certain rights concerning data collected via cookies, including:
- Requesting information about the categories of personal data collected
- Asking for deletion of data derived from cookies
- Opting out of the “sale” or “sharing” of personal data for advertising
Where applicable, these rights can be exercised through our contact channels or via the “Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information” link.
10. Updates to This Policy
We may revise this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect legal changes, technological updates, or adjustments in how we use cookies. The latest version will always be available on this page with an updated “Last updated” date. We encourage you to review it periodically.
11. Contact Us
For questions or concerns regarding this Cookie Policy or our use of cookies, you can reach us at: info@bookdreamtravel.com