Affiliate Disclosure
Transparency about our partnerships and affiliate relationships.
Last Updated: July 2026
Overview
The Long Way Round is a participant in affiliate marketing programs with various retailers and service providers. We earn commissions from qualifying purchases made through our affiliate links.
This disclosure is made in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
How Affiliate Links Work
When you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we earn a commission. The price you pay is not affected by our affiliate relationship. We only recommend products and services we genuinely believe will benefit our readers.
Affiliate links are clearly marked with an asterisk (*) or noted as such throughout our content. You can also identify them by hovering over links to see if they contain tracking parameters.
Affiliate Programs
The Long Way Round participates in the following affiliate programs:
- Amazon Associates - We earn commissions from qualifying purchases of outdoor gear, camping equipment, and hiking supplies.
- REI Co-op - Affiliate commissions from outdoor gear and apparel purchases.
- Booking.com - Travel accommodations and hotel bookings referred through our site.
- GetYourGuide - Tours, activities, and experiences we recommend at various destinations.
- Peak Design - Photography and travel gear recommendations.
Our Recommendation Standard
We only recommend products and services that we have:
- ✓ Used personally or tested in the field
- ✓ Thoroughly evaluated for quality and value
- ✓ Found to meet the needs of our readers
- ✓ Verified as legitimate and reliable
Our affiliate relationships do not influence the honesty or quality of our reviews. We're transparent when we've received products for review and always disclose our financial interests.
Compensation & Incentives
Occasionally, manufacturers or retailers may send us products for review or provide other compensation. When this happens:
- • We disclose the gift or compensation in the review
- • We maintain editorial independence in our assessment
- • We will not give favorable coverage based on receiving free products
- • We publish honest reviews even if products are sponsored
Affiliate Disclosure in Content
Our articles and guides may contain references to affiliate links. You'll see disclosures like these:
"This article contains affiliate links. If you purchase through these links, we may earn a commission at no additional cost to you."
Gear guides and product reviews typically contain more affiliate links than other content types, as these are designed to help you find and purchase recommended products.
Your Privacy
When you click an affiliate link, certain information may be shared with the retailer or service provider. This typically includes:
- • The fact that you came from The Long Way Round
- • Your IP address and browsing information
- • Cookies for tracking your purchase
Please review the privacy policies of retailers and service providers for details on how they use your information.
Questions or Concerns?
If you have questions about our affiliate relationships or feel we haven't been transparent about a recommendation, please reach out. We value your trust and want to maintain the highest standards of honesty and integrity.
Email: hello@thelongwayround.com
Our Commitment
The Long Way Round is committed to providing honest, valuable content to our readers. Affiliate relationships help us sustain our work and create more guides, reviews, and resources. We'll always be transparent about these relationships and will never let affiliate interests compromise the quality or honesty of our content.