Last Updated: May 11, 2026
This Cookie Policy explains how Holidays Destination (“we”, “us”, “our”) uses cookies and similar tracking technologies when you visit holidays-destination.com.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are stored on your device (computer, tablet, or mobile) when you visit a website. They help websites remember information about your visit, making your next visit easier and the site more useful to you.
Types of Cookies We Use
1. Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function correctly. They cannot be switched off. They are usually set in response to actions you take, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
2. Analytics Cookies
We use Google Analytics to understand how visitors interact with our website. These cookies collect information such as the number of visitors, pages visited, and traffic sources. All information is aggregated and anonymous.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| _ga | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | 2 years |
| _ga_* | Google Analytics | Persists session state | 2 years |
| _gid | Google Analytics | Distinguishes users | 24 hours |
| _gat | Google Analytics | Throttles request rate | 1 minute |
3. Advertising Cookies
We use Google AdSense to display advertisements. Google uses cookies to serve ads based on your prior visits to this and other websites. These cookies allow Google and its partners to serve ads based on your interests.
| Cookie Name | Provider | Purpose | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| IDE | Google DoubleClick | Used for targeted advertising | 1 year |
| DSID | Identifies signed-in Google users | 2 weeks | |
| test_cookie | Checks if cookies are supported | 15 minutes |
4. Preference Cookies
These cookies allow the website to remember choices you make (such as your language or region) and provide enhanced, more personal features.
How to Control Cookies
You can control and manage cookies in several ways:
- Browser settings — Most browsers allow you to refuse or delete cookies. See your browser’s help section for instructions.
- Google Ads opt-out — Visit Google Ads Settings to opt out of personalised advertising.
- Network Advertising Initiative — Visit optout.networkadvertising.org to opt out of interest-based advertising.
- Your Online Choices — Visit youronlinechoices.eu (for EU users) to manage advertising preferences.
Please note that disabling cookies may affect the functionality of this website and other websites you visit.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies on this website are set by third parties, including Google. These third parties may use cookies to collect information about your online activities across different websites. We do not control these cookies. Please refer to the third parties’ own privacy policies for more information.
Updates to This Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, legislation, or our practices. We encourage you to check this page periodically.
Contact Us
If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us at hello@holidays-destination.com