Cookie Policy
Last Updated: January 15, 2026 • ePrivacy Directive & GDPR Alignment
1. Understanding Cookies & Local Storage
Cookies are small text files placed on your computer or mobile device when browsing websites. At Mediastashnavigator, we utilize cookies and HTML5 `localStorage` mechanisms strictly to remember your beach travel style preferences, store cookie consent states, and measure aggregate visitor counts.
2. Cookie Categorization Table
| Cookie / Storage Key | Type | Lifespan | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|
mediastash_cookie_consent |
Essential (Local Storage) | Persistent (365 Days) | Remembers your cookie consent choice across sessions so banner does not reappear. |
ms_hotel_filter_state |
Functional (Session) | Session Only | Stores your active category filter (Couples/Luxury/Quiet) during browsing. |
_pk_id / _pk_ses |
Analytics (Aggregated) | 30 Days | Privacy-preserving analytics measuring regional beach guide popularity without tracking personal identifiers. |
3. Managing & Revoking Cookie Consent
You can adjust your cookie settings at any time by configuring your browser options:
- Google Chrome: Settings > Privacy & Security > Third-party cookies.
- Mozilla Firefox: Settings > Privacy & Security > Enhanced Tracking Protection.
- Apple Safari: Preferences > Privacy > Block all cookies.
Rejecting non-essential cookies will not limit your access to our beach hotel catalogs, match calculators, or booking concierge forms.