Cookie Policy
This Cookie Policy explains how Harbor Voyager uses cookies and similar technologies on our website, harborvoyager.com. It describes the types of cookies we use, the purposes they serve, and how you can manage your preferences.
Effective date: 8 September 2026
This policy applies to all visitors to our website, regardless of location. We may update this policy from time to time; any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date. By continuing to use our website after changes are posted, you accept the updated policy.
What Are Cookies?
Cookies are small text files that are placed on your device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to the site owners.
- Cookies can be session cookies, which are deleted when you close your browser, or persistent cookies, which remain on your device for a set period.
- Cookies may be set by the website you are visiting (first-party cookies) or by other services that the website uses (third-party cookies).
- They store information such as your preferences, login status, and browsing activity.
Types of Cookies We Use
Essential Cookies
These cookies are necessary for the website to function and cannot be switched off in our systems. They are usually only set in response to actions made by you, such as setting your privacy preferences, logging in, or filling in forms.
- Examples: cookies that remember your cookie consent choice, maintain session security, and enable basic navigation.
- These cookies do not store any personally identifiable information.
Functional Cookies
These cookies enable the website to provide enhanced functionality and personalisation. They may be set by us or by third-party providers whose services we have added to our pages.
- Examples: remembering your language preference, saving your cruise search filters, or displaying recently viewed ship reviews.
- If you disable these cookies, some or all of these services may not function properly.
Analytics Cookies
These cookies allow us to count visits and traffic sources so we can measure and improve the performance of our site. They help us understand which pages are the most and least popular and see how visitors move around the site.
- We use aggregated, anonymised data for analytics purposes.
- Examples: Google Analytics cookies that track page views, session duration, and user interactions.
- All information these cookies collect is aggregated and therefore anonymous.
Advertising Cookies
These cookies may be set through our site by our advertising partners. They may be used by those companies to build a profile of your interests and show you relevant adverts on other sites.
- They do not store directly personal information but are based on uniquely identifying your browser and internet device.
- If you do not allow these cookies, you will experience less targeted advertising.
- We may use third-party advertising networks to display ads for cruise-related products and services.
Third-Party Cookies
Some cookies are placed by third-party services that appear on our pages. We do not control the dissemination of these cookies and you should check the relevant third-party website for more information.
- Examples of third-party services we may use: Google Analytics for website analytics, social media sharing buttons (if enabled), and advertising networks.
- These third parties may use cookies, web beacons, and similar technologies to collect information about your online activities over time and across different websites.
- We encourage you to review the privacy policies of these third-party providers.
Managing Cookies
Browser Settings
Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings preferences. You can set your browser to block or alert you about these cookies, or to delete cookies when you close your browser.
Instructions for common browsers: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, Edge. To find out more about cookies, including how to see what cookies have been set and how to manage and delete them, visit www.allaboutcookies.org. If you block cookies, some parts of our website may not function properly.
- Open your browser's settings or preferences menu.
- Locate the privacy or security section.
- Find the cookie settings, often listed under "Site Data" or "Content Settings".
- Choose your preferred level of cookie blocking or deletion.
- Save your changes and restart your browser if prompted.
Opt-Out Tools
For analytics and advertising cookies, you can use industry opt-out tools provided by organisations such as the Network Advertising Initiative (NAI) or the Digital Advertising Alliance (DAA).
- You can also opt out of Google Analytics by installing the Google Analytics Opt-out Browser Add-on.
- Some third-party advertising networks offer their own opt-out mechanisms.
Cookie Consent
When you first visit our website, a cookie banner appears asking for your consent to set non-essential cookies. You can choose to accept all cookies, reject non-essential cookies, or customise your preferences.
- Essential cookies are always set as they are required for the website to function.
- Your consent preferences are stored in a cookie so that we remember your choices on subsequent visits.
- You can change your preferences at any time by clearing your browser cookies or using the cookie settings link in the footer.
Changes to This Cookie Policy
We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology, law, or our business operations. When we make changes, we will revise the "effective date" at the top of this page.
- We encourage you to review this policy periodically to stay informed about our use of cookies.
- Material changes may be announced via a notice on our website.
Effective date: 8 September 2026
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our use of cookies or this Cookie Policy, please contact us at:
- ✉ Email: [email protected]
- ☎ Phone: +64 9 555 0173
- ⌂ Address: 12 Quay Street, Auckland 1010, New Zealand