Affiliate Disclosure

At Hidden Gem Trips, transparency and trust are at the core of everything we do. This Affiliate Disclosure explains how we may earn commissions through certain links on our website, and how that supports our mission to deliver high-quality, independent travel content.

Last updated: April 2026

Welcome to HiddenGemTrips.com (“we”, “our”, “us”).

This Affiliate Disclosure explains how we use affiliate links on this website and how we may earn commissions from certain recommendations. By accessing, browsing, or using HiddenGemTrips.com, you acknowledge and agree to the terms outlined in this disclosure.

HiddenGemTrips.com is a content-based website that provides travel guides, destination insights, recommendations, and curated resources designed to help travelers discover unique and lesser-known places around the world. Some of the content may include affiliate links to products, services, or platforms that we believe add value to your travel experience.

These affiliate relationships help support the ongoing development of this website, allowing us to continue producing high-quality, free content for our readers while maintaining editorial independence.

1. What Are Affiliate Links?

Some of the links on Hidden Gem Trips are affiliate links. This means that if you click on a link and make a purchase or booking, we may earn a small commission — at no additional cost to you.

These commissions help fund the work we do, including researching destinations, writing in-depth travel guides, and maintaining the website so it remains free for readers.

For a deeper understanding of how affiliate marketing works, you can refer to the official guidelines from the Federal Trade Commission in their article on
affiliate disclosure requirements for online publishers.

2. Why We Use Affiliate Links?

Running a travel platform like Hidden Gem Trips requires time, resources, and continuous investment. Affiliate partnerships allow us to:

  • Keep our content free and accessible
  • Invest in better research and real-world travel insights
  • Avoid intrusive advertising that disrupts user experience

Our goal is to create a sustainable model that benefits both our readers and our ability to continue publishing valuable content.

If you’re exploring our destination guides, such as
Oaxaca’s hidden coastline travel guide
or
Kei Islands secret guide,

you may encounter recommendations that include affiliate links to tools, accommodations, or travel gear.

3. Affiliate Programs We Participate In

Hidden Gem Trips participates in various affiliate programs. These may include:

  • Travel booking platforms (flights, hotels, experiences)
  • Travel gear and equipment providers
  • Digital tools and services for travelers

As part of these programs, we may earn commissions when users make purchases through our links.

For example, we may participate in programs like:

  • Amazon Associates
  • Other travel-related affiliate networks and partners

As required, we disclose:

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.

4. Our Editorial Integrity

We want to be clear: affiliate relationships do not influence our editorial decisions.

We do not publish content solely for the purpose of earning commissions. Every recommendation is based on:

  • Real research and practical travel considerations
  • Relevance to the destination or travel style
  • Value for our readers

We aim to provide honest, experience-driven insights — whether or not a product or service includes an affiliate link.

If a product or service does not meet our standards, we simply don’t recommend it.

5. External Links & Responsibility

Our website may contain links to external websites that are not operated or controlled by us. While we strive to recommend reputable platforms, we cannot guarantee the accuracy, pricing, or availability of third-party services.

We encourage you to verify all details directly with the provider before making any decisions.

For best practices on evaluating content quality and trustworthiness, you can read guidance from Google Search Central in their article on
creating helpful, people-first content.

6. Internal Transparency

We also believe in internal transparency across our content ecosystem.

You may find related resources on our website, including:

  • Travel guides and hidden destinations
  • Practical travel tips and itineraries
  • Gear recommendations and planning tools

For example, our guide
Tasmania’s wild west travel guide

is designed to provide real value first — with affiliate links included only where relevant.

We also recommend reviewing our
privacy policy
and
terms and conditions
to better understand how we operate.

7. Your Responsibility as a Reader

Before making any purchase or booking, we recommend that you:

  • Conduct your own research
  • Compare multiple options
  • Read reviews from various sources
  • Choose products or services that best fit your needs

Affiliate links are meant to support your journey — not replace your decision-making process.

8. Updates to This Disclosure

We may update this Affiliate Disclosure from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, partnerships, or regulatory requirements.

We encourage you to review this page periodically.

9. Contact Information

about this Affiliate Disclosure or how affiliate links are used on our website,, please contact us via our Contact page.

By using this website, you acknowledge and agree to this Affiliate Disclosure.