Privacy Policy, disclaimer and disclosure

Privacy, disclaimer and disclosure

Thailand Awaits (https://thailandawaits.com) (“the Site”) is committed to protecting your privacy and being transparent about how information is collected and used. This page explains our privacy practices, use of AI tools, copyright, legal disclaimers, and affiliate relationships. Your use of the Site constitutes your acceptance of this policy.​

Privacy policy

What personal information we collect

We recognise that individuals have a right to control how their personal information is collected and used, and we take this responsibility seriously. Unless given consent to do otherwise, we will only collect and use personal information as set out in this policy.​

We do not collect or monitor personal information without your consent. The information we collect is what you provide voluntarily, for example when you:

• Subscribe to our newsletter
• Submit a contact form or enquiry
• Leave a comment on the Site

This may include your name, email address and any other information you choose to provide.​

Use of tracking technologies

The Site uses tracking technologies such as cookies and similar technologies (for example, web beacons or tags) to make your use of the website and services as convenient and effective as possible. Cookies are small text files that a website stores on your device for record‑keeping purposes and to help the site function properly.​

Most web browsers are set to accept cookies by default. These technologies do not themselves personally identify users, although they may identify your browser or device. You can usually choose to disable cookies in your browser settings; however, doing so may affect your ability to use some features of the Site.​

Other services this Site may use include (but are not limited to):

• Google Tag Manager
• Google Analytics or similar analytics tools
• Google Fonts
• Contact forms and email marketing services

These services may set their own cookies or tracking technologies in line with their own privacy policies.​

• IP Address
• Operating System type
• Operating System version
• Device Type
• Language of the website
• Web browser type
• Email (in hashed form)

Mediavine Partners (companies listed below with whom Mediavine shares data) may also use this data to link to other end user information the partner has independently collected to deliver targeted advertisements. Mediavine Partners may also separately collect data about end users from other sources, such as advertising IDs or pixels, and link that data to data collected from Mediavine publishers in order to provide interest-based advertising across your online experience, including devices, browsers and apps. This data includes usage data, cookie information, device information, information about interactions between users and advertisements and websites, geolocation data, traffic data, and information about a visitor’s referral source to a particular website. Mediavine Partners may also create unique IDs to create audience segments, which are used to provide targeted advertising.

If you would like more information about this practice and to know your choices to opt-in or opt-out of this data collection, please visit National Advertising Initiative opt out page. You may also visit Digital Advertising Alliance website and Network Advertising Initiative website to learn more information about interest-based advertising. You may download the AppChoices app at Digital Advertising Alliance’s AppChoices app to opt out in connection with mobile apps, or use the platform controls on your mobile device to opt out.

For specific information about Mediavine Partners, the data each collects and their data collection and privacy policies, please visit Mediavine Partners.

Using and disclosing your personal information

Personal information may be used for the following primary purposes:

• To respond to your enquiries and provide the information or services you request
• To send newsletters or updates where you have subscribed or explicitly opted in
• To operate, maintain and improve the Site and user experience
• To fulfil obligations under any contract or agreement between you and Thailand Awaits

For these purposes, information may be shared with trusted third‑party service providers that help us operate the Site or deliver services (for example, email service providers, analytics providers, hosting providers, or advertising partners), who may be located in Thailand or overseas. These providers are only given access to the information necessary to perform their specific services.​

Contact by Thailand Awaits

Thailand Awaits may contact you using the information you provide in order to:

• Send newsletters, updates or travel resources you have subscribed to
• Provide information about new content, products, services or offers that may be of interest
• Respond to your questions or support requests

You can unsubscribe from email communications at any time by using the unsubscribe link in our emails or by contacting us directly.​

Your rights and access to information

You have the right to request access to the personal information we hold about you, to correct inaccuracies and, where applicable, to request deletion, subject to any legal or operational requirements.​

To exercise these rights or to ask questions about how your data is handled, please contact:

• Email: [email protected]

Third‑party links

The Site contains links to websites and services outside of Thailand Awaits. These linked sites are not under our control, and we are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, security, or performance.​

When you follow a link to an external site, you do so at your own discretion and should review that site’s own privacy policy, terms and disclaimers.​

Advertising and cookies (including programmatic ads)

The Site may work with third‑party advertising partners and networks to display adverts, which may use first‑ and third‑party cookies, tags, pixels or similar technologies to:

• Understand how visitors use the Site
• Deliver personalised or interest‑based advertising where permitted
• Measure and optimise the performance of advertising campaigns

Without cookies, you may not be able to take full advantage of the Site’s content and features; however, rejecting cookies does not mean you will no longer see ads, only that the ads may be less tailored to you.​

Data collected for advertising and analytics may include:

• IP address
• Browser type and version
• Device type and operating system
• Language and approximate location
• Pages visited and referring URLs

Advertising partners may also combine this data with information they have collected elsewhere to deliver targeted advertisements and create audience segments, in line with their own privacy policies.​

You can learn more about interest‑based advertising and your choices by visiting resources such as the Network Advertising Initiative or Digital Advertising Alliance websites, or by using your browser or device settings to manage cookies and tracking.​

Travel disclaimer and assumption of risk

The information on this Site, including guides, itineraries, tips, recommendations and other content, is provided for general informational and inspiration purposes only. It is not intended as personal, legal, medical, financial or professional travel advice, and should not be relied upon as such.​

Travel in Thailand and elsewhere involves inherent risks, including but not limited to:

• Illness or injury
• Disability or death
• Theft, loss or damage to property
• Natural disasters, weather events and environmental hazards
• Accidents, crime or safety incidents
• Travel disruptions, delays or cancellations

Conditions can change quickly due to weather, seasonal factors, public health situations, local regulations, business closures, political or social events and other factors beyond anyone’s control. It is your responsibility to check current conditions and official guidance before you travel or participate in any activity.​

By choosing to travel, follow any itinerary, visit any destination or take part in any activity mentioned on the Site, you understand and agree that you do so voluntarily and at your own risk. You are solely responsible for assessing your own fitness, health and comfort level, confirming schedules and prices, checking entry and safety requirements, and making appropriate decisions for your circumstances.​

Third‑party services and no responsibility

The Site may refer to, link to or recommend third‑party services, including but not limited to:

• Hotels, resorts and other accommodation
• Tours, activities and excursions
• Transport services (flights, trains, ferries, buses, transfers)
• Restaurants, cafes, bars and attractions
• Insurance providers and other travel‑related services

These third‑party services are owned and operated independently of Thailand Awaits. We do not control or manage their operations, policies, pricing, safety practices, availability or quality.​

Thailand Awaits makes no warranties or representations regarding any third‑party services, and is not responsible or liable for:

• Their acts, errors, omissions, representations or warranties
• Any personal injury, death, property damage or loss you may experience
• Any cancellations, delays, schedule changes, overbookings, strikes, force majeure events or other circumstances beyond our control

Any dealings you have with third‑party providers, including bookings, payments, participation and dispute resolution, are solely between you and the relevant provider.​

Itinerary consulting and professional relationship

For general readers, the information on this Site is provided for informational purposes only and does not create a professional‑client relationship between you and Thailand Awaits.​

If you formally engage our itinerary consulting or trip‑planning services, that professional relationship is governed by a separate Itinerary Consulting Waiver, Disclaimer and Terms provided to you at the time of booking. Those terms will apply in addition to this page.​

Limitation of liability

To the maximum extent permitted by applicable law, Thailand Awaits and its owner(s), contributors, employees, contractors and partners disclaim all liability for any loss, damage, injury or other consequences arising out of or in connection with:

• Your use of, or inability to use, the Site or its content
• Your reliance on any information provided on the Site
• Your travel, activities, decisions or purchases that are in any way connected with the Site
• Any act, error or omission of any third‑party provider

Your sole remedy for dissatisfaction with the Site or its content is to stop using the Site.​

Local laws and requirements

Laws, regulations, entry and visa rules, insurance requirements and safety standards differ between countries and can change at short notice. This is particularly relevant when travelling to or within Thailand, where requirements may vary by nationality and over time.​

It is your responsibility to check and comply with all local laws, regulations and official guidance for each destination, including but not limited to:

• Passport validity and visa requirements
• Health, vaccination and public health regulations
• Driving and transport rules
• Alcohol, drug and conduct laws
• Cultural norms, dress codes and photography restrictions

Thailand Awaits does not guarantee that any destination, activity or service is appropriate, safe or legal for your situation and does not accept responsibility for your failure to comply with applicable requirements.​

Use of AI on ThailandAwaits.com

Text and authorship

• We do not use AI tools to generate complete articles on this Site.
• We may experiment with AI tools to suggest content ideas, outlines or structures.
• We may use AI tools to assist with the creation of tables, formatting and design elements.
• Any clearly AI‑generated content that appears on the Site will be identified as such where relevant.
• We may use AI tools to suggest headings or social media captions, which are then reviewed and edited by a human.

All editorial decisions, final article content and recommendations are reviewed and approved by humans.​

Image generation

• Any AI‑generated images used on the Site are clearly labelled as such.
• AI‑generated images are used only for illustrative or design purposes, not as travel photography representing real‑world locations or experiences.​

Content editing

• We may use AI tools to assist with editing, spelling, grammar and clarity.
• We may use AI tools for technical tasks such as photo resizing or basic image editing.

These tools support our work but do not replace human judgement or accountability for the content published on the Site.​

Copyright and content ownership

Unless otherwise stated, all text, images and other content on this Site are Copyright © [year range] Thailand Awaits. All rights reserved.​

While every effort is made to provide accurate information and honest analysis, you should always use your own judgement and verify important details independently before making travel decisions. The authors will not compensate you in any way for any loss, inconvenience or damage that may result from use of information on this Site.​

You may quote brief excerpts with clear credit and a link back to the original page, in line with fair dealing or fair use where applicable. Any broader reproduction, distribution, modification or republication of content requires prior written permission.​

Affiliate disclosure

We participate in affiliate programs to help pay for the hosting, maintenance and ongoing development of this Site. This means we may earn a small commission if you make a purchase or booking through certain links, at no additional cost to you.​

We only recommend products, services and platforms we have used ourselves or would genuinely recommend to friends and family. Affiliate partnerships do not influence our editorial opinions or the integrity of our reviews and recommendations.​

Our current affiliate relationships may include, but are not limited to:

• Agoda
• Booking.com
• Trip.com
• Klook
• Viator
• GetYourGuide
• Other reputable travel and booking platforms relevant to travel in Thailand

These partners are chosen because they are platforms we trust and/or personally use for our own travel. Your support through affiliate links helps us keep producing in‑depth, independent Thailand travel content.​

Questions, problems or contact

If you have any questions, concerns or complaints about this policy, or wish to access or correct your personal information, please contact:

• Email: [email protected]​

Last edited: 6 January 2026