Last Updated: May 3, 2025
Introduction
Hey there, fellow traveler! We want to be completely transparent with you: World As Destination earns money through affiliate partnerships. This means we may earn commissions when you click on certain links or make purchases through Worldasdestination.com—at absolutely no extra cost to you.
This Affiliate Disclosure explains how these partnerships work and where they appear on our site.
How It Works
When you click on an affiliate link on Worldasdestination.com and then make a purchase, book a hotel, sign up for a tour, or take a similar action, we may receive compensation from the company you purchased from. This compensation can take several forms:
- A percentage commission on your purchase
- A flat fee per referral
- Free or discounted travel products or experiences for review
- Travel credits or points in booking systems
The important thing to know: You never pay extra. The commission comes from the company’s marketing budget, not your wallet. In fact, we sometimes negotiate exclusive discounts for our readers!
Where It Applies
This disclosure applies to all pages and posts across Worldasdestination.com that contain affiliate links, including:
- Destination guides
- Hotel and accommodation recommendations
- Tour reviews
- Travel gear roundups
- Flight booking advice
- Transportation guides
- Travel insurance recommendations
- Any other content containing affiliate links
Link-Level Disclosures
For transparency, we clearly identify affiliate links throughout our website in the following ways:
- Text indicators like “(affiliate link)” or “#ad” immediately before or after links
- Disclosure statements at the beginning of articles containing affiliate links
- Visual indicators next to product recommendations
We believe in being upfront about these relationships so you can make informed decisions about your travel purchases.
Program-Specific Wording
World As Destination participates in several affiliate programs, including:
Amazon Associates Program: “As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.”
Booking.com Affiliate Program: We are a participant in the Booking.com Partner Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Booking.com.
GetYourGuide Affiliate Program: World As Destination is a participant in the GetYourGuide Affiliate Partner Program.
Viator Affiliate Program: We earn from qualifying bookings made through Viator links on our website.
Airbnb Associates Program: We earn when you book stays or experiences through our Airbnb links.
(Note: The above list represents our major partnerships but may not be comprehensive. We regularly update our partnerships to provide the best recommendations.)
Our Commitment to You
Despite these financial relationships, we promise that:
- We only recommend products, services, and experiences we genuinely believe in
- Our reviews and recommendations are based on actual experience or thorough research
- We prioritize your travel experience over potential commissions
- We disclose all material relationships with brands and companies
Your trust means everything to us. Our goal is to help you have amazing travel experiences, and these affiliate partnerships allow us to continue providing free, helpful content while supporting our work.
Contact Information
If you have any questions about this Affiliate Disclosure or our partnerships, please contact us at:
Email: [email protected]
Thank you for supporting World As Destination through your readership and through these affiliate links when they align with your travel needs!