Privacy Policy
Effective Date: 07/30/2026
This site is operated by Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority (Explore Seattle Southside). This website is sponsored by the City of SeaTac and the Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority for the purpose of promoting restaurants, markets, and food experiences along the International Blvd. corridor.
We respect your privacy and are committed to being transparent about what information we collect and how we use it.
What Information We Collect
Information You Choose to Share
GlobalDiningDistrict.com does not require you to create an account or make purchases. In most cases, you can browse the site without sharing personal information.
If you choose to sign up for the Travel & Leisure Email Newsletter (hosted on SeattleSouthside.com), you may be asked to provide information such as:
- Email address
- Name (optional)
- Other opt-in contact details you choose to submit
Newsletter sign-up information is voluntary and opt-in.
How We Use Your Information
If you provide personal information through a newsletter sign-up or campaign form, we may use it to:
- Send you the Travel & Leisure Email Newsletter (if you opt in)
- Share travel inspiration, local highlights, and updates related to Seattle Southside
- Improve our marketing and website content
We do not sell your personal information.
Email Newsletter (SeattleSouthside.com)
This site may link you to SeattleSouthside.com to sign up for the Travel & Leisure Email Newsletter.
Our email newsletter is distributed using Constant Contact. Email addresses and other contact information collected through the newsletter sign-up are used internally for communication purposes and are not sold.
You can unsubscribe at any time using the link included in the newsletter emails.
Cookies & Analytics
We may use cookies and similar technologies to help our website function properly and understand how visitors use the site.
We use tools such as:
- Google Analytics 4 (GA4)
- Google Tag Manager
- Meta Pixel
These tools may collect information such as:
- Pages you visit on our site
- Approximate location (based on general region)
- Device type and browser information
- Referral source (how you found our site)
This information helps us improve content, measure performance, and better understand what visitors are looking for.
You can control cookies through your browser settings. Some features of the site may not work as intended if cookies are disabled.
Promotions & Voting Campaigns
From time to time, we may run special promotions or community campaigns (such as nominations or voting for local favorites). If you choose to participate, we may collect information you submit through those forms.
Participation is always optional, and any information collected is used for the purposes of running the campaign and improving future programs.
Links to Other Websites
GlobalDiningDistrict.com may include links to other websites (including SeattleSouthside.com and restaurant or partner sites). We are not responsible for the privacy practices of external websites. We encourage you to review their privacy policies when you visit them.
Children’s Privacy
This site is intended for a general audience and is not directed toward children. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.
Changes to This Privacy Policy
We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.
Contact Us
If you have questions about this Privacy Policy, you can contact us by mail:
Seattle Southside Regional Tourism Authority (Explore Seattle Southside)
3100 S. 176th Street
Seattle, WA 98188