Last updated: April 12, 2025
Holland Here I Come, accessible at https://hollandhereicome.com (“Website”), is committed to protecting your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information I collect, how I use it, and your rights regarding your data.
If you have any questions, please contact me at: mariza[at]hollandhereicome.com.
Consent
By using this Website, you agree to this Privacy Policy and consent to the collection and use of your information as described below.
What Information I Collect
Information You Voluntarily Provide
When you interact with Holland Here I Come, you may choose to share personal information when you:
- Leave a comment on a blog post
- Subscribe to the newsletter
- Fill out a contact form
- Enter a giveaway or respond to a survey
This may include your name, email address, and any other details you choose to provide.
Information Collected Automatically
When you visit the Website, certain information may be collected automatically through tools like Google Analytics. This may include:
- IP address (anonymized)
- Browser type and operating system
- Device type
- Referring URL
- Pages viewed and time spent on site
- Click activity
This data helps me understand how visitors use Holland Here I Come and improve performance, functionality and content.
Cookies and Tracking Technologies
Cookies are small text files stored in your browser that help enhance your experience on the Website. Holland Here I Come may use two types of cookies:
- Session cookies, which expire when you close your browser
- Persistent cookies, which remain until deleted or they expire
Cookies may be used to:
- Store visitor preferences
- Record which pages are visited
- Analyze popular content
- Customize content based on usage
- Prevent repeat pop-ups
- Track affiliate link activity
Third-party services may also use cookies, which are governed by their own privacy policies. You can disable cookies in your browser settings at any time, but doing so may affect your experience. For more information, visit All About Cookies.
How I Use Your Information
The information I collect may be used to:
- Operate and maintain the Website
- Respond to comments and inquiries
- Send occasional emails and newsletters (if you subscribe)
- Monitor Website traffic and performance
- Track affiliate link usage
- Prevent spam, fraud, or abuse
I rely on your consent, legitimate interest (such as analytics), or legal obligations as the legal basis for processing your personal data under GDPR.
Third-Party Services
Holland Here I Come uses trusted third-party service providers to help operate, monitor, and enhance this Website. These services may use cookies or other tracking technologies to collect data about how you interact with the Website. All data collection and processing by third-party services is governed by their own privacy policies. I do not have access to or control over how these providers collect, use, or store your personal information.
Some third-party providers may process data outside the EU. These providers use appropriate safeguards, such as standard contractual clauses, to ensure your data remains protected in accordance with GDPR.
You may disable cookies at any time through your browser settings. Previously stored cookies can also be cleared through your browser or third-party tools. Please note that disabling cookies may impact the functionality of some features on the Website.
Google Analytics
Used to analyze how visitors interact with the Website. Google Analytics may collect information such as your IP address (anonymized), browser type, referring pages, and on-site behavior. This helps improve the Website’s content, navigation, and performance.
Email Marketing Services
I use Kit (formerly ConvertKit) to manage and deliver email newsletters to subscribers. If you choose to sign up, your name and email address will be used to send occasional communications, including blog updates and promotional content related to Holland Here I Come.
You may unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “unsubscribe” link in any email or by contacting me directly. Once unsubscribed, your email address will be removed from my mailing list. I do not sell, rent, or share your email address with third parties for marketing purposes.
Affiliate Programs
Holland Here I Come participates in several affiliate marketing programs. When you click an affiliate link and make a purchase, a cookie may be placed in your browser to track the referral and attribute the commission. This does not affect the price you pay.
Current affiliate partners include:
- Klook
- GetYourGuide
- TravelPayouts
- SafetyWing
- Amazon (as part of the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated websites)
Affiliate links may use cookies or similar tracking technologies to measure performance and manage commissions. As with other third-party tools, I do not have access to or control over the data collected through these cookies. Please refer to each affiliate partner’s privacy policy for more information.
Anonymous Data
I may use anonymous, aggregated data—such as general site traffic or behavior trends—for analytics or performance improvements. This data does not identify you personally.
Comments and Publicly Visible Information
When you leave a comment, your name and any website URL you provide may be visible to the public. Your email address will never be published.
To help prevent spam, I also collect your IP address and browser user agent string. An anonymized hash of your email may be shared with Gravatar to display your profile picture if you’re using the service. Learn more at Gravatar’s Privacy Policy.
Embedded Content
Some pages on this Website may include embedded content or third-party widgets (e.g. booking tools). Embedded content from other websites behaves in the same way as if you visited the other website directly.
These sites may collect data, use cookies, or track your interaction with the embedded content—especially if you are logged in to their platform. I do not control the data collection practices of these websites. Please refer to their privacy policies for more information.
Data Retention
If you leave a comment on the Website, the comment and its metadata are stored indefinitely. This allows your comment to remain visible once approved and helps maintain the context of conversations on the site. All comments are manually reviewed and approved before they are published.
If you have subscribed to the newsletter, your personal data (such as your name and email address) is retained until you choose to unsubscribe. Once you unsubscribe, your data is permanently removed from my mailing list.
Your Rights (GDPR & CCPA)
Depending on your location, you may have the following rights regarding your personal data:
- Access – Request a copy of the personal data I hold about you
- Correction – Request that I correct or update any inaccurate or incomplete information
- Deletion – Request that I delete your personal data, in certain circumstances
- Restriction – Request that I limit how your data is used
- Objection – Object to certain types of data processing
- Portability – Request a copy of your data in a portable format
- Withdraw Consent – Withdraw consent for future use of your personal data at any time
- File a Complaint – Lodge a complaint with your local data protection authority if you believe your personal data is being misused.
I do not sell your personal data. If you are a California resident, you may also request to know what personal information I collect and request that it not be sold.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact me. I will respond to your request within one month.
Children’s Privacy
This Website is not intended for children under the age of 13. I do not knowingly collect personal data from children. If you believe your child has submitted personal information, please contact me and I will promptly remove it.
Data Security
I take reasonable steps to protect your personal information. However, no online data transmission can be guaranteed 100% secure. If you suspect any data breach, please contact me immediately.
Changes to This Policy
This Privacy Policy may be updated from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated date at the top.
Contact
If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact mariza[at]hollandhereicome.com