Privacy & Disclosure
Last updated: March 1, 2025
Welcome to The Mindful Wellness Traveler. This page outlines our privacy practices, affiliate relationships, and general disclosures for this website. By using this site, you agree to the policies and terms described below.
🔐 Privacy Policy
We take your privacy seriously and are committed to protecting your information.
What We Collect
If you leave a comment, sign up for the email list, or make a purchase through our store, we may collect basic information like your name, email address, and IP address. This helps us respond to your questions, send you relevant updates, and understand how the site is being used.
How It’s Used
This data is only used to run the site, deliver content you’ve requested, improve user experience, and comply with legal requirements. We use tools like Google Analytics, Pinterest, Shopify, and email marketing software to help manage and grow the site.
Cookies
We use cookies to enhance your experience. You can control or disable cookies at any time through your browser settings.
Embedded Content
Some blog posts may include embedded content (videos, images, articles, etc.) from other websites. These sites may collect data as if you visited them directly.
Data Rights
If you’ve left a comment or subscribed to emails, you can request a copy of your data or ask that it be deleted. Email us at sarah.simon [at] mindfulwellnesstraveler [dot] com with your request.
Security
We take all reasonable steps to keep your information secure. However, no system is completely foolproof.
💸 Affiliate + Earnings Disclosure
The Mindful Wellness Traveler participates in several affiliate programs, including but not limited to:
- Amazon Associates
- Viator
- Stay22
- Impact
- Lyrical Host
- TravelPayouts
- SafetyWing
- AvantLink
This means if you click a link and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission—at no additional cost to you. These earnings help support the blog and allow me to offer free, helpful content.
I only recommend products and services I genuinely use, trust, or believe will be valuable to my readers. Sponsored content and affiliate links will always be disclosed clearly in each post.
⚠️ Health, Wellness, and Spirituality Disclaimer
The content on this site is for informational and educational purposes only. I am not a medical professional, mental health provider, or licensed therapist. Please consult with a qualified healthcare provider before making changes to your health, diet, or lifestyle.
Posts about wellness, spirituality, or personal growth reflect my personal experiences and research, and should not be taken as professional advice.
🧘 Cultural and Spiritual Respect
As someone with an academic background in Biblical Studies and Archaeology, I aim to approach all cultural and spiritual content with respect and care. This blog encourages thoughtful exploration and cross-cultural appreciation—not appropriation.
🛒 Store Information
Products in the Mindful Wellness Traveler shop may include original designs, curated wellness and travel gear, and affiliate partner items. Descriptions are written honestly and with intention, and affiliate commissions may apply.
📸 Copyright + Media
Unless otherwise credited, all content—photos, videos, text, and design—belongs to Sarah Simon / SJS Media. Please do not reproduce or reuse content without written permission. Copyright laws apply.
🤝 Support the Blog
If you find the content here helpful, there are a few ways to support the work:
👉 Use affiliate links (found in certain posts & on my Travel Essentials page) when shopping for recommended products
👉 Join my email list for updates and exclusive freebies:
👉 Share posts or tell a friend who might benefit from the content
👉 Follow and engage on Socials: Pinterest, on the public Facebook page or in the private Facebook group, on Instagram or Threads
👉 Thank you so much for being part of this journey. Your support means everything.
Questions?
Feel free to reach out: sarah.simon [at] mindfulwellnesstraveler [dot] com.