PRIVACY POLICY

Last updated: June 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Giammarco Palano, the owner and operator of the Odyssey website (www.odysseytravel.it), collects, uses, and protects the personal data of users who visit and use the website.

By using the website, users accept the terms described in this Privacy Policy.

DATA CONTROLLER

The data controller responsible for the processing of personal data is:

Giammarco Palano
Email: info@odysseytravel.it

TYPES OF DATA COLLECTED

Odyssey may collect the following categories of personal data:

Data voluntarily provided by the user

Users may provide personal data when they:

Contact the website by email or through any contact forms;
Subscribe to the newsletter;
Request information or updates about published content.

The data collected may include the user’s name, email address, and any other information voluntarily provided.

Browsing Data

During browsing, technical information may be collected automatically, including:

IP address;
Browser type;
Operating system;
Pages visited;
Date and time of access;
Information about the device used;
Data collected through cookies and statistical tools.

PURPOSES OF PROCESSING

The personal data collected is used to:

Respond to information requests submitted by users;
Manage newsletter subscriptions and distribution;
Provide updates, editorial content, and informational communications;
Improve the quality of the content and browsing experience;
Analyze website traffic and usage in aggregated form;
Ensure website security and prevent unlawful activities;
Comply with applicable legal obligations.

LEGAL BASIS FOR PROCESSING

The processing of personal data is based on the following legal grounds:

User consent for newsletter subscriptions and requests submitted through contact forms;
The legitimate interests of the data controller for website improvement, statistical traffic analysis, security, and technical management of the platform;
Compliance with legal obligations to which the data controller is subject.

DATA PROCESSING METHODS

Personal data is processed using electronic and telecommunication systems, with appropriate security measures in place to protect it against unauthorized access, loss, disclosure, alteration, or misuse.

DISCLOSURE OF DATA

Personal data is not sold or transferred to third parties for commercial purposes.

Data may be disclosed exclusively to service providers necessary for the operation of the website, including:

Hosting service providers;
Newsletter management platforms;
Statistical and analytical tool providers;
Consultants and professionals responsible for the technical management of the website;
Competent authorities where required by law.

These parties will process the data exclusively for purposes related to the services they provide and in compliance with applicable regulations.

THIRD-PARTY SERVICES AND AFFILIATE PROGRAMS

Odyssey may use third-party services, affiliate programs, and external platforms dedicated to booking accommodation, activities, experiences, transportation, and other travel services.

When users access external websites or services through links available on Odyssey, the processing of personal data is governed by the respective privacy policies of the providers concerned.

Some content on the website may contain affiliate links. If a user makes a booking or purchase through such links, Odyssey may receive a commission at no additional cost to the user.

DATA RETENTION

Personal data will be retained only for as long as strictly necessary to fulfill the purposes for which it was collected.

In particular:

Contact request data will be retained for the time necessary to manage the request;
Newsletter data will be retained until consent is withdrawn or the user requests cancellation;
Data collected for statistical purposes will be retained according to the periods established by the tools used and applicable regulations.

DATA TRANSFERS

Some service providers used by the website may process personal data in countries located outside the European Economic Area.

In such cases, processing will be carried out in accordance with the safeguards provided for by Regulation (EU) 2016/679 (GDPR) and other applicable data protection regulations.

USER RIGHTS

Users may exercise, at any time, the rights provided for under Articles 15–22 of the GDPR, including:

The right to access personal data;
The right to correct inaccurate data;
The right to have data deleted;
The right to restrict processing;
The right to object to processing;
The right to data portability;
The right to withdraw previously given consent.

To exercise these rights, users may contact the data controller at:

info@odysseytravel.it

COOKIES AND TRACKING TECHNOLOGIES

Odyssey uses technical cookies necessary for the proper functioning of the website and may use statistical cookies and similar technologies to analyze traffic and improve the user experience.

For more information, please refer to the website’s Cookie Policy.

CHANGES TO THIS PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy may be updated or modified at any time to reflect regulatory, technological, or organizational changes.

Users are encouraged to check this page periodically for any updates.

CONTACT

For any request regarding this Privacy Policy or the processing of personal data, please contact:

Giammarco Palano
Email: info@odysseytravel.it
Website: www.odysseytravel.it