Effective Date: December 10, 2025

Affiliate Disclosure

FTC Compliance Statement

In compliance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising," WellnessResorts.org provides this disclosure regarding our affiliate relationships and revenue model.

Our Business Model

WellnessResorts.org, operated by Epic Apex LLC, generates revenue through multiple streams:

Affiliate Marketing Partnerships

We participate in affiliate marketing programs with hospitality booking platforms, individual resorts, and wellness destinations. When you click on certain links on our website and make a booking or purchase, we may receive a commission at no additional cost to you.

Display Advertising Revenue

We display advertising from relevant hospitality and wellness brands. Revenue is generated through ad impressions and clicks, not through visitor purchases.

Direct Business Relationships

We maintain direct partnership agreements with select wellness resorts and hospitality providers for promotional opportunities and custom booking arrangements.

Recognition Programs

We provide recognition programs and award designations as added value to our partners at no additional cost, with revenue generated purely through performance-based affiliate commissions when visitors make bookings.

How We Make Money (And How It Affects Your Data)

We believe in complete transparency about our revenue model:

Key Point: We earn revenue through commissions and advertising—not by selling information about you to anyone.

What We Do NOT Do

• ❌ We do NOT sell your data to data brokers
• ❌ We do NOT share your email with third-party marketers
• ❌ We do NOT create profiles about you to sell to advertisers
• ❌ We do NOT transfer your information for third-party marketing purposes

Revenue Transparency

Our website features some of the finest wellness resorts and hospitality destinations globally. Our affiliate partnerships allow us to provide comprehensive destination information, detailed reviews, and booking facilitation at no cost to our visitors. The affiliate commissions we receive help support our research, content creation, and website maintenance.

Editorial Independence

While we receive compensation through affiliate relationships, our reviews, recommendations, and content are based on independent research and evaluation. We maintain editorial independence and provide honest assessments of wellness destinations. Our "Best 6 Resorts" selections are made based on quality criteria, guest experiences, and wellness offerings, not solely on commission rates.

Partnership Standards

We carefully select our affiliate partners based on:

• Quality of accommodations and wellness services
• Reputation for excellent guest experiences
• Commitment to authentic wellness and sustainable tourism
• Professional booking platforms and customer service standards
• Alignment with our mission of promoting transformative wellness travel

Performance Metrics and Analytics

We track various performance metrics to optimize value for both our visitors and partners:

• Conversion Analytics: Monitoring booking completion rates and customer satisfaction
• Customer Journey Analysis: Understanding how visitors discover and engage with wellness destinations
• ROI Reporting: Providing partners with performance insights and optimization recommendations
• Market Intelligence: Sharing industry trends and booking patterns with hospitality partners
• Quality Metrics: Tracking guest satisfaction and experience outcomes

Technology Integration Capabilities

Our technical capabilities enhance the booking experience and partnership value:

• Booking Widget Integration: Seamless integration with partner reservation systems
• API Connectivity: Direct connection with hotel property management systems
• Dynamic Pricing Display: Real-time availability and pricing information
• Custom Landing Pages: Tailored promotional content for specific partnerships
• Mobile Optimization: Responsive design ensuring optimal mobile booking experiences

Consumer Protection

We are committed to protecting our visitors' interests by:

• Clearly marking affiliate links and sponsored content
• Providing honest, unbiased reviews and recommendations
• Maintaining transparent pricing with no hidden fees from our website
• Ensuring secure redirect to legitimate booking platforms
• Protecting visitor privacy and data in accordance with our Privacy Policy
• Never selling your personal data to anyone

Geographic Scope

Our affiliate partnerships span globally, focusing on premium wellness destinations in regions including North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and emerging wellness tourism markets. We maintain compliance with international advertising and affiliate marketing regulations.

Regulatory Compliance

Epic Apex LLC maintains compliance with:

• Federal Trade Commission (FTC) guidelines for affiliate marketing disclosure
• California Business and Professions Code requirements
• International affiliate marketing regulations where applicable
• Privacy laws including GDPR and CCPA where relevant to our business operations

Contact Information

For questions about our affiliate partnerships, business relationships, or this disclosure statement, contact us at:

Epic Apex LLC
2108 N St Ste N, Sacramento, CA 95816-5712
Email: partnerships@wellnessresorts.org

This Affiliate Disclosure was last updated on December 10, 2025.