This Privacy Policy describes Our policies and procedures on the collection, use and disclosure of Your information when You use the Service and tells You about Your privacy rights and how the law protects You.
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For more information about the cookies we use and your choices regarding cookies, please visit our Cookies Policy or the Cookies section of our Privacy Policy.
Use of Your Personal Data
The Company may use Personal Data for the following purposes:
To provide and maintain our Service, including to monitor the usage of our Service.
To manage Your Account: to manage Your registration as a user of the Service. The Personal Data You provide can give You access to different functionalities of the Service that are available to You as a registered user.
For the performance of a contract: the development, compliance and undertaking of the purchase contract for the products, items or services You have purchased or of any other contract with Us through the Service.
To contact You: To contact You by email, telephone calls, SMS, or other equivalent forms of electronic communication, such as a mobile application's push notifications regarding updates or informative communications related to the functionalities, products or contracted services, including the security updates, when necessary or reasonable for their implementation.
SMS and Text Messaging: When You provide Your phone number and consent to receive SMS messages from Whispering Willow Travel LLC, We use that information solely to send you travel updates, appointment reminders, itinerary information, payment reminders, and other communications related to your travel services. We do not sell, share, or rent Your phone number or personal information to third parties or affiliates for marketing or lead generation purposes. You may opt out of SMS communications at any time by replying STOP.
To provide You with news, special offers and general information about other goods, services and events which we offer that are similar to those that you have already purchased or enquired about unless You have opted not to receive such information.
To manage Your requests: To attend and manage Your requests to Us.
For business transfers: We may use Your information to evaluate or conduct a merger, divestiture, restructuring, reorganization, dissolution, or other sale or transfer of some or all of Our assets, whether as a going concern or as part of bankruptcy, liquidation, or similar proceeding, in which Personal Data held by Us about our Service users is among the assets transferred.
For other purposes: We may use Your information for other purposes, such as data analysis, identifying usage trends, determining the effectiveness of our promotional campaigns and to evaluate and improve our Service, products, services, marketing and your experience.
We may share Your personal information in the following situations:
• With Service Providers: We may share Your personal information with Service Providers to monitor and analyze the use of our Service, to contact You.
• For business transfers: We may share or transfer Your personal information in connection with, or during negotiations of, any merger, sale of Company assets, financing, or acquisition of all or a portion of Our business to another company.
• With Affiliates: We may share Your information with Our affiliates, in which case we will require those affiliates to honor this Privacy Policy. Affiliates include Our parent company and any other subsidiaries, joint venture partners or other companies that We control or that are under common control with Us.
• With business partners: We may share Your information with Our business partners to offer You certain products, services or promotions.
• With other users: when You share personal information or otherwise interact in the public areas with other users, such information may be viewed by all users and may be publicly distributed outside.
• With Your consent: We may disclose Your personal information for any other purpose with Your consent.
Retention of Your Personal Data
The Company will retain Your Personal Data only for as long as is necessary for the purposes set out in this Privacy Policy. We will retain and use Your Personal Data to the extent necessary to comply with our legal obligations (for example, if we are required to retain your data to comply with applicable laws), resolve disputes, and enforce our legal agreements and policies.
The Company will also retain Usage Data for internal analysis purposes. Usage Data is generally retained for a shorter period of time, except when this data is used to strengthen the security or to improve the functionality of Our Service, or We are legally obligated to retain this data for longer time periods.
Transfer of Your Personal Data
Your information, including Personal Data, is processed at the Company's operating offices and in any other places where the parties involved in the processing are located. It means that this information may be transferred to — and maintained on — computers located outside of Your state, province, country or other governmental jurisdiction where the data protection laws may differ than those from Your jurisdiction.
Your consent to this Privacy Policy followed by Your submission of such information represents Your agreement to that transfer.
The Company will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that Your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Privacy Policy and no transfer of Your Personal Data will take place to an organization or a country unless there are adequate controls in place including the security of Your data and other personal information.
Delete Your Personal Data
You have the right to delete or request that We assist in deleting the Personal Data that We have collected about You.
Our Service may give You the ability to delete certain information about You from within the Service.
You may update, amend, or delete Your information at any time by signing in to Your Account, if you have one, and visiting the account settings section that allows you to manage Your personal information. You may also contact Us to request access to, correct, or delete any personal information that You have provided to Us.
Please note, however, that We may need to retain certain information when we have a legal obligation or lawful basis to do so.
Disclosure of Your Personal Data
Business Transactions
If the Company is involved in a merger, acquisition or asset sale, Your Personal Data may be transferred. We will provide notice before Your Personal Data is transferred and becomes subject to a different Privacy Policy.
Law enforcement
Under certain circumstances, the Company may be required to disclose Your Personal Data if required to do so by law or in response to valid requests by public authorities (e.g. a court or a government agency).
Other legal requirements
The Company may disclose Your Personal Data in the good faith belief that such action is necessary to:
• Comply with a legal obligation
• Protect and defend the rights or property of the Company
• Prevent or investigate possible wrongdoing in connection with the Service
• Protect the personal safety of Users of the Service or the public
• Protect against legal liability
Security of Your Personal Data
The security of Your Personal Data is important to Us, but remember that no method of transmission over the Internet, or method of electronic storage is 100% secure. While We strive to use commercially acceptable means to protect Your Personal Data, We cannot guarantee its absolute security.
Land pricing is based on double occupancy. A single supplement is available for travelers who prefer their own room. Contact Karla for the current rate.
Ready to hold your spot? A $250 deposit is all it takes.
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You will fly into and depart from Dublin Airport (DUB), Ireland's main international hub. Dublin is well-served by direct flights from major U.S. cities including New York (JFK, EWR), Boston (BOS), Chicago (ORD), and Philadelphia (PHL), as well as connecting flights through London, Amsterdam, and other European hubs. Plan to arrive on September 24, 2027 and depart on October 3, 2027.
Airport transfers are not included in the tour package. However, Dublin Airport is very accessible. Taxis, rideshares, and the Airlink Express bus all connect the airport to the city center in 30 to 45 minutes. Your Whispering Willow Travel advisor can recommend the best option based on your hotel and arrival time.
We recommend arriving in Dublin by early afternoon on September 24 so you have time to check in, freshen up, and join the group for the orientation drive and welcome dinner that evening. If you're flying from the U.S., an overnight transatlantic flight arriving that morning works perfectly.
Absolutely, and we highly encourage it! Ireland and the surrounding region have so much to offer beyond the 10-day itinerary. Popular extension options include extra nights in Dublin before or after the tour (a wonderful city to explore at your own pace), a trip up to Belfast and the Causeway Coast, a ferry crossing to Scotland or Wales, or even a few days in London. All pre- and post-tour extensions can be fully arranged through Whispering Willow Travel, including flights, hotels, transfers, and any activities you'd like. Just let your advisor know your interests and we'll build a custom extension that fits seamlessly around your tour dates.
Travel insurance is not required, but it is very strongly recommended. A comprehensive travel insurance policy protects your investment in case of trip cancellation, interruption, medical emergencies abroad, lost luggage, or travel delays. Ireland is a safe destination, but unexpected events can happen to anyone, and international medical care without insurance can be costly.
We recommend a comprehensive policy that includes: trip cancellation and interruption coverage, emergency medical and evacuation coverage (at least $100,000), baggage loss and delay, and 24/7 travel assistance. "Cancel for Any Reason" (CFAR) upgrades are also available for maximum flexibility. Your Whispering Willow Travel advisor can recommend trusted providers.
The sooner the better, ideally within 14 to 21 days of making your first trip deposit. Purchasing early often unlocks pre-existing condition waivers and time-sensitive benefits. Waiting until closer to departure limits your coverage options and may exclude certain protections.
Yes. Tour pricing is based on double occupancy (two people sharing a room). If you are traveling solo and would like your own room throughout the journey, a single supplement applies. Please contact Karla for the current single supplement amount for this departure.
Roommate matching is not guaranteed on this tour, but please reach out to Karla to discuss options. Many solo travelers find the group setting a wonderful way to meet like-minded people, and the tour experience is equally enjoyable whether you're traveling alone or with a companion.
Absolutely. Escorted group tours are one of the best ways to travel solo. You have the security and camaraderie of a group, a knowledgeable Tour Director handling all logistics, and built-in social opportunities at every meal and excursion. Many of our past solo travelers say it was the best travel decision they ever made.
This is a hosted, fully escorted group tour. Group size depends on how many travelers choose this specific departure, and as a Whispering Willow Travel hosted trip, I'm personally with you for all 10 days alongside a professional Tour Director handling the logistics.
This tour involves a moderate amount of walking, typically 1 to 3 miles per day on varied terrain, including cobblestone streets, castle grounds, and coastal paths. Comfortable, supportive walking shoes are essential. Most sightseeing is accessible, though some historic sites have uneven surfaces. If you have mobility concerns, please discuss them with your advisor before reserving your spot.
The pace is comfortable and well-balanced, never rushed. Each day has a mix of guided sightseeing and free time, and the motor coach handles all longer distances. You'll typically depart hotels mid-morning and have evenings free to explore, dine, or relax at your own pace.
Ireland in late September and early October is crisp, colorful, and beautiful. Temperatures typically range from 45°F to 60°F (7°C to 15°C). Pack layers, a waterproof jacket (rain is common and part of the charm!), comfortable walking shoes, and a light sweater. Smart-casual attire is appropriate for dinners. A small daypack or crossbody bag is handy for excursions. The autumn foliage makes the countryside even more beautiful.
The easiest first step is to schedule a complimentary 20-minute consultation with Karla using the scheduling link on this page. We'll walk through the details, answer all your questions, and guide you through the deposit process to secure your place on the September 24, 2027 departure.
Cancellation policies vary by departure date and are subject to the terms of the tour operator. Your Whispering Willow Travel advisor will provide the full cancellation schedule at the time of reservation. This is another reason travel insurance with trip cancellation coverage is so important. It protects your deposit and payments if you need to cancel for a covered reason.
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Deposit info, payment schedule, what to expect, and everything you need to decide with confidence.
Ready to talk now? Schedule a complimentary 20-minute call and let's plan your Ireland adventure together. The link is below the form.
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Join the Whispering Willow VIP GroupSpaces on this hosted journey are limited. Reach out to Whispering Willow Travel to secure your spot on the September 24, 2027 departure.
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A deposit holds your place on the September 24, 2027 departure. Spaces on this hosted journey are limited.
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Fill Out the Interest Form Or Schedule a Call DirectlyKarla spent nine nights driving clockwise around Ireland on a research trip, staying in the hotels, standing at the cliffs, sitting in the pubs. This guide is what she learned. Not from a brochure. The real thing.
A Travel Advisor's Honest Guide to Experiencing the Emerald Isle the Right Way
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