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The havredegrace Magazine is the single best place to advertise if you want to attract HdG visitors to your business. ... More importantly our web statistics report that the single largest referring website is THIS ONE! When you factor in search engines, this website outperforms ALL the search engines except Google(tm). The check you write to Havre de Grace Magazine is the best little check you'll write this year.
Becky Fitzgerald
Advertising on this site has allowed me to reach both relocating and local clientele and convey a welcoming message without having to recreate an ad on a weekly or even monthly basis.
Lachelle Scarlato
The Attention and Business the havredegrace Magazine and Web Site have brought to my Store and MuZeum is unbelieveable! It is the best advertising tool I use. Without it I would not be where I am today. My Business is growing in leaps and bounds..... Thank you Thank you Thank You
George Wagner
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Online retail sales in 2007 reached $175 billion,
a 21% increase over $144.6 billion in 2006,
according to a new report from Forrester Research Inc.
People ARE using the internet - and it's no longer just young people.
Think about it? What have YOU researched on the web - possibly a
product before buying? Or to even find the product/phone number/ website/address? Maybe to plan a trip!
Now is the time to place web ads for visitors and residents to find YOU. Need help? We can place a link, a special offer, a link to unique information, or help you with a mini-web site. Browse the following information, then...
... for the best package to benefit YOUR business!
QUICK COMPARISON CHART
PACKAGE |
DESCRIPTION
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RATES
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Name, Phone, Address, 25 word description |
FREE |
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Same as above with 100 word description, link to your site NOTE: FREE with magazine ad |
$10 month Min: 6 months |
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Your Logo w/Link to your site |
$15 month plus Design Fee if req'd Min. 6 months |
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Your Banner w/Link to your site |
$20 month plus Design Fee if req'd Min: 6 months |
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Solution for you if there's a complimentary page for you listing |
$20 month plus Design Fee if req'd Min: 3 months |
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Solution for you if there's not a distinct page for your listing |
$25 month plus Design Fee if req'd Min: 3 months |
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Limited Content one-page website for those with no web presence |
$100 Design Fee + $25 month Min: 6 months |
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High Visibility - Limited locations Banner or Tile |
Starting at $35 month plus Design Fee if Req'd Min: 3 months |
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| Brief ads inserted in our newsletter delivered to web site opt-in visitors | $5 - $250 per insert plus Design Fee if Req'd |
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| On our Specials and Coupons page and/or the ability to link a pdf file of a special sale or event | Talk to Us! |
- Inexpensive - helps in today's economy
- Targeted Audience - YOURS!
- Works 24/7 for YOU!
PLUS give them all the details they need to
stay and play with us in
Havre de Grace ~ the meeting place!
and be VISIBLE Tomorrow!*
Our goal is to create a site that is VISITOR FRIENDLY while still offering marketing opportunities to our area businesses. Call if you have questions! Thanks. Ellie
Keep in mind 150+ average visitors are coming to our site DAILY (or more than 54,000 visitors a year) - or if you're into "hits" that's an average of
12,000 hits DAILY!
Growing every season!
#1 FREE Basic Business Directory Listing
is for an area business with a limited advertising budget. It gives you a presence on havredegracethemeetingplace and is FREE to you. That’s right, zero monthly service charge!
It includes a limited listing of your business name, address, phone number, and a brief description. No web or e-mail addresses allowed.
A one-time $35 set-up fee is charged to establish your new account.To be accepted for a Web Listing Account, your business MUST be appropriate for havredegracethemeetingplace. It is at the sole discretion of this web site to determine whether a business is appropriate for listing. We reserve the right to edit your listing information to be compatible with havredegracethemeetingplace and the Web Listing Account specs.
Example of Free Basic Business Directory Listing:
Calico Cove - 320 St. John Street - an eclectic shop offering gifts for the home, 'soft music' CDs, and just a touch of romance. 410-939-6166
IF you're not already listed, email Ellie immediately with the information for your listing.We do our best to keep up but the site grows weekly. Be sure you give us business name, address, 25 words or less description, and phone number.
#1 Basic Business Directory Listing |
Listing FREE - entry-level 25 word limit for description |
Listed on site without cost - does NOT include e-mail or web site link |
NO monthly fee - FREE
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We can link to your existing Website from appropriate havredegracethemeetingplace subject page.
Example of Website Linking: same as above plus a link to your website.
Amanda's Florist - 203 N. Washington Street - is a beautiful flower and gift shop also offering a line of all-occasion cards, Havre de Grace windchimes, and unique gifts. 410-939-5403
#2 Website Linking |
Bolded directory listing w/link to website
100 word limit for description |
Direct path to your Website for more info |
$10/mo Minimum: 6 mo. ~ ~ ~ 1 year commitment: GET 1 MONTH FREE |
SPECIAL NOTE TO OUR PRINT ADVERTISERS: If you advertise in our print magazine and have a web site, we will place a link to your web site automatically.
. We would love to have you place a link back to us on your site.
This is a $60 value to your business!
#3 TILE and BANNER ADS w/LINK to your site
Bring your business to the center of attention by placing your enhanced image with a link to your website on the appropriate subtopic page. Ex: B&B on the Where To Stay page
You may design your own tile/banner or we can design it for you.
Design fee: $50.There is a one-time set-up fee of $25
Example of TILE
(Sample from another site - would also include a link to your site)
#3Tile Ad120 wide x 60 tall |
Image enhanced listing (logo) on appropriate page w/link to your web site |
Brand recognition and direct path to your Web Site for more info |
$15/mo Minimum: 6 months 1 year - GET 1 MONTH FREE DESIGN FEE if req'd |
EXAMPLE of BANNER
#3Banner Ad380 wide x 60 tall |
Image enhanced (logo) in directory on appropriate page w/link to your website |
Brand recognition and direct path to your Website for more info |
$20/mo Minimum: 6 months 1 year - GET 1 MONTH FREE DESIGN FEE if req'd |
Keep in mind 150+ average visitors are coming to our site DAILY (or more than 54,000 visitors a year) - or if you're into "hits" that's an average of
12,000 hits DAILY!
Growing every season!
#4 TARGETED ADS w/LINK to YOUR site
offer solutions to advertisers who have relevant information for site visitors, but it may not, at first glance, fit the category.
EXAMPLE: possibly you offer a walk-in internet access service. You may want to place a text ad that will get that info to hikers, cyclists, and boaters, so you'd place it on the recreation page.
You may design your own tile/banner or we can design it for you.
Design fee: $50.There is a one-time set-up fee of $25Talk to us, we can help!
#4Targeted AdTILE size 120 wide x 60 tall |
Text Ads in right hand column of relevant page w/link to website |
Direct path to your Website, highlights your unique benefit to a particular category ~ ask us. |
$20/mo Minimum: 3 consecutive months 1 year - GET 1 MONTH FREE DESIGN FEE if req'd |
#4Banner Ad380 wide x 60 tall |
Text Ads in right hand column of relevant page w/link to website |
Direct path to your Website, highlights your unique benefit to a particular category ~ ask us. |
$25/mo Minimum: 3 consecutive months 1 year - GET 1 MONTH FREE DESIGN FEE if req'd |
is an option for those who presently do NOT have a website. You can give more detailed information about your business along with important contact info. A limited number of pictures are allowed. Size is equivalent to an 8-1/2 x 11 page printed out.
One-time design fee: $100.00 (includes design of page) Updates extra.
EXAMPLE of Mini-Web Page
#5Mini-Web Page |
Limited content one-page web site |
Provides some of the benefits of a web site without design & hosting costs |
$25/mo Minimum: 6 consecutive months |
TOP of the page banners, etc. This is like choosing the inside front cover of a magazine (or back cover). Premium space ads are limited and may be on a rotating basis.
Our policy presently is ONE (1) BANNER AD at the top of any individual page - or THREE (3) TILE ADS at top of page. (Banner gets first listing) TILE ADS can also be placed in right or left columns of relevant sections. Exception is the HOME PAGE which has different dimensions.
You may design your own tile/banner or we can design it for you.
Design fee: $50.There is a one-time set-up fee of $25Talk to us about your needs!
#6 Premium Space Ads |
High visibility ad space
Talk to us! |
Provides a proactive way to reach your target market DESIGN FEE if req'd |
Starting at: $35/mo - tile $50/mo - banner Min. 3 consecutive months |
We will be offering a newsletter to our e-mail customers that will include limited advertising. It’s a great place to reach a very interested audience with your product. No more frequently than once a week, we will send calendar updates to our lists that may include specific offers related to the mailing.
You may design your own tile/banner or we can design it for you.
Design fee: $50. There is a one-time set-up fee of $25
E-zine & Newsletter Ads |
Ads inserted in newsletter delivered to website opt-in visitors |
Provides a proactive way to reach your target market |
$5 - $250 per insertion DESIGN FEE if req'd |
Keep in mind 150+ average visitors are coming to our site DAILY (or more than 54,000 visitors a year) - or if you're into "hits" that's an average of
12,000 hits DAILY!
Growing every season!
#8 SEASONAL PROMOTIONS/Special Coupons & Offers
We are developing a page on our site that offers promotions and specials. They can mention a promotion or print off a coupon. Call us to discuss your promotion idea!
You may design your own tile/banner or we can design it for you.
Design fee: $50.There is a one-time set-up fee of $25
Want to link to a pdf file of a special sale or event?
Talk to us or fill out the request form!
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Example of promotion:
Shop the Top of the Chesapeake
Two nights lodging double occupancy. Upon your arrival receive a $25.00 coupon packet from Perryville Designer Outlet Center and $50.00 in HdG Merchant Dollars includes admission to Decoy Museum, Lockhouse Museum, Maritime Museum, Concord Point Lighthouse and their gift shops and a certificate for dinner for two at MacGregor’s Restaurant includes 2 continental breakfasts, and dinner for two at the Bayou Restaurant in HdG.
Cost: #325.00 per couple or $190.00 ppdo @ night.
Shop! Shop! Shop!
Call 1-800-408-4748 for details
Be sure to tell them you read about it HERE!
QUESTIONS?
Or ready to start setting up your ad campaign?
and be VISIBLE Tomorrow!*
Ellie Mencer
343 Green Street
Havre de Grace, MD 21078
410-939-8424
* The ads are generally updated by the 25th of each month for the following month. Billing occurs the same time. There may be exceptions. Talk to us.