Cookie Policy

Last updated: January 2024

1. What Are Cookies?

Cookies are small text files that are placed on your computer or mobile device when you visit a website. They are widely used to make websites work more efficiently and to provide information to website owners.

Cookies allow websites to recognise your device and remember certain information about your visit, such as your preferences and actions.

2. How We Use Cookies

We use cookies for several purposes:

• To make our website function properly
• To remember your preferences and settings
• To understand how visitors use our website
• To improve our website and services
• To remember your cookie consent preferences

3. Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly. They enable core functionality such as page navigation and access to secure areas. The website cannot function properly without these cookies.

Preference Cookies

These cookies remember your preferences and choices, such as language settings or form information you have previously entered. They help provide a more personalised experience.

Analytics Cookies

We use analytics cookies to understand how visitors interact with our website. This helps us improve the website and identify areas that need attention. The information collected is aggregated and anonymous.

Session Cookies

These temporary cookies are erased when you close your browser. They help maintain continuity during your browsing session.

4. Cookie Consent

When you first visit our website, you will see a cookie banner asking for your consent. You can choose to:

• Accept all cookies
• Reject non-essential cookies

Your choice is stored in your browser's local storage, and the banner will not appear again on subsequent visits unless you clear your browser data.

5. Managing Cookies

You can control and manage cookies in several ways:

Browser Settings

Most web browsers allow you to control cookies through their settings. You can usually find these in the "Options" or "Preferences" menu of your browser. You can:

• View cookies stored on your device
• Delete individual cookies or all cookies
• Block all cookies or specific types
• Set preferences for specific websites

Please note that blocking certain cookies may impact the functionality of our website.

Browser-Specific Instructions

For information on how to manage cookies in your specific browser, please refer to your browser's help documentation or visit the browser manufacturer's website.

6. Local Storage

In addition to cookies, we use local storage to save your cookie consent preferences. Local storage is similar to cookies but allows for larger amounts of data to be stored. You can clear local storage through your browser settings.

7. Third-Party Cookies

Our website may occasionally use services from third parties, such as embedded content or analytics tools. These third parties may set their own cookies. We do not have control over third-party cookies and recommend reviewing the privacy policies of any third-party services.

8. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Cookie Policy from time to time to reflect changes in technology or legislation. Any updates will be posted on this page with a revised date. We encourage you to check this page periodically.

9. Contact Us

If you have questions about our use of cookies, please contact us:

Comet Oryx Travel Agency
47 Grey Street
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 6EE
Email: [email protected]

10. More Information

For more information about cookies and how to manage them, you can visit independent resources such as www.aboutcookies.org or www.allaboutcookies.org.