Privacy Policy

EPONA Horse Journeys/Marlies Ina Handrich

As of: 07.04.2026

  1. Data Controller

Marlies Ina Handrich

Pfannenschuppenweg 9, 53604 Bad Honnef

E-Mail: info@eponahorsejourneys.com

Phone: +49 171 6443016

Represented by: Marlies Ina Handrich

  1. General Information on Data Processing

We take the protection of personal data very seriously.

We process personal data exclusively in accordance with:

  • DSGVO
  • BDSG
  • TTDSG
  • as well as other European and national data protection regulations.
  1. Purpose of Data Processing

We process personal data for the following purposes:

  1. Arranging retreat trips and accommodations worldwide
  2. Processing bookings and communication
  3. Processing payments as an authorized agent
  4. Sharing data with service providers (e.g., retreat centers, hotels)
  5. Compliance with legal obligations (invoices, documentation)
  6. Analysis and optimization of our website
  7. Sending newsletters (if subscribed)
  1. Types of Data Processed

We process, among other things:

  • Name, address, contact information
  • Booking details
  • Travel and retreat information
  • Payment information
  • Communication content
  • Device & browser data
  • IP address
  1. Legal Basis
  • Article 6(1)(b) GDPR (Contract/Brokerage)
  • Article 6(1)(f) GDPR (Legitimate Interest: Website, Customer Service)
  • Article 6(1)(a) GDPR (Consent, e.g., newsletter, cookies)
  • Article 6(1)(c) GDPR (legal obligations)
  1. Disclosure of Data to Service Providers

To fulfill your booking, personal data will be shared with the following parties:

  • Retreat providers
  • Hotels
  • Trainers / Hosts
  • Local transportation or tour providers

This sharing is done solely for the purpose of providing the booked service.

  1. Transfers to third countries

Since retreats take place worldwide, data may be transferred to service providers in third countries.

This occurs only if:

  • an adequacy decision is in place
    or
  • standard contractual clauses are used
    or
  • this is strictly necessary for the performance of the contract (Art. 49(1)(b) GDPR).
  1. Payment processing

Payments are made to:

Marlies Ina Handrich – authorized representative of the service provider

The following data is processed:

  • Account information
  • Billing information
  • Payment status

This information is forwarded to the service provider in accordance with the brokerage agreement.

  1. Cookies

If you use cookies:

  • Technically necessary cookies: no consent required
  • Marketing/analytics cookies: only with consent in accordance with Art. 6(1)(a) GDPR
  1. Newsletter

Only with consent.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

  1. Data Subject Rights

You have the right to:

  • Access
  • Rectification
  • Erasure
  • Restriction
  • Data portability
  • Objection
  • Withdrawal of consent

Contact: info@eponahorsejourneys.com

  1. Retention Period

We store data only for as long as:

  • it is necessary for the provision of services
  • it is required by law (e.g., 10 years for invoices)
  1. Data Security

We use modern technical and organizational measures to protect your data.

  1. Data Protection Contact

Marlies Ina Handrich

Pfannenschuppenweg 9, 53604 Bad Honnef

E-Mail: info@eponahorsejourneys.com

Phone: +49 171 6443016

Represented by: Marlies Ina Handrich

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