9" X 4 ½" – Small Enough To Fit On Most Counter Tops. Displayed In A Hand Built Aluminum And Cedar Rack. To Large To Be Crammed In A Rack Card Display. Narrow Enough To Fit In A Back Pocket.
our STYLE
An easy to read guide for people who are looking to find something to do. Short informative articles to peek your interest and send you off in the right direction for a new experience you'll always remember. No lengthy articles that transport you vicariously down the road.
our CONTENT
We tell people about the smaller boutique destinations and events found throughout the region.
A free monthly guide in print and online for community, cultural and culinary destinations.
our MISSION
our READERS
To give our readers an alternative to the plethora of publications that print what others have done. We go beyond the bubble and tell people what they can experience for themselves in their own community and the dozens of other communities just down the road.
our ADVERTISERS
Bringing readers that live in your community to your business or event. The active adventurous people who pick up the Destination Magazine™ tend to have disposable income and are looking for a more diverse quality of life than living in a bubble offers.
our DESTINATIONS
We are an affordable marketing tool for the communities that do not have millions to spend on marketing. Every person who picks up the Destination Magazine™ is looking for something to do. Whether you are looking for regional, international or a piece of the billions of dollars in state travelers spend, we have a track record of delivering.
“Since October of 2016, the Destination Magazine has been a trusted and reliable partner in helping us establish our outdoor brand. The interesting and authentic content they produce delivers measureable results and provides compelling reasons for visitors to Go Gaston and Get Outside each weekend. Andy and Lisa have been great to work with, having shown a deep interest in our area and having become true destination ambassadors.”
Michael Applegate, CDME Director of Travel & Tourism Gaston County
TOURISM Is The Best Kind Of Economic Development.
Over 30% of the overnight visitors in North Carolina come from North Carolina. With over 91% of the tourists choosing to drive to their destination. Average spending per trip is $600-$700, and you don’t have to build a single road!
Top Interests Of Our On-Line Readers
Google Analytics 2017
• Travel/Hotels Destinations & Accommodations
• Home & Garden/Home Decor/Home Furnishings/Landscape & Design
• Travel/Trips by Destination/Trips to North America
• Travel/Air Travel
• Real Estate/Residential Properties/Residential Properties (For Sale)
• Employment/Career Consulting Services
BENEFITS Beyond Print
As our partner you have the opportunity to participate in events that we attend.
Receive tickets to events we sponsor for social media or give-a-ways to promote your business.
Free lisitng of your events on our calendar.
Exposure through our weekly emails at no cost to you.
No charge for placement local, regional and international digital editions.
Free layout & design of your ad.
2018 Feature Stories
January – Best Of Issue
February – Couples Getaways
March – Festivals, Events, Dining
April – Craft Beer Cider Month
May – Get Wet! - Water Recreation
June – Boutique Destinations & Events
July – Cool Destinations
August – Festivals
September – Get Out! - Outdoor Adventure
October – Craft Spirits Month
November – Hometown Holiday Shopping
December – Winter Festivals
Wait... There Is More!
In order to help you put together marketing materials we offer photography, videography and arial photography/video to let people see what a great destination you are!
“The Destination Magazine has been a part of our media advertising mix for several years and has out-performed all other print media buys. Our ticketed special events have tracked sales back to ads and promotions in the Destination Magazine. We have had visitors walk in our Visitor Center with the Destination Magazine in their hands asking about places mentioned in the articles and advertisements."
Ed Phillips, – Director Burke County Tourism Development Authority
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Call 704-706-2365
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the Destination Magazine™