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Get your message in front of tens of thousands of potential visitors! 125,000 are published and distributed annually.
The official guidebook to Monterey County is 180 pages of vacation and meeting ideas... places to visit, to stay, to dine and be endlessly entertained. Best of all, it comes to you absolutely free. Potential and past visitors find it to be an invaluable resource when planning their next getaway to the wonders of Monterey County.
For advertising information, contact:
Bay Publishing
831-373-8949
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CO-OP ADVERTISING
Throughout the year the MCCVB coordinates a variety of cooperative advertising opportunities for our members. In most cases, we will sponsor a radio, newspaper or magazine ad and allow members to buy sections for their own messages. This is a great way to stretch your marketing budget with a much stronger impact. If you are interested please contact Jennifer Filice at 831-657-6405 or [email protected].
SEASONAL PROMOTIONS
The MCCVB coordinates programs designed to bring in off-season business and capitalize on travel by specific market segments. Often done in conjunction with print, radio and online advertising campaigns, programs include the annual Holiday Bounty promotion (Nov-Dec), Monterey's Wild for Nature (Jan-Feb) and the Girls' Goodlife Getaway (Mar-Apr).
NO COST "ADDED-VALUE" PROMOTIONS
By simply providing donations of your product or services (room nights, complimentary meals, merchandise or attractions tickets), your business will be included in radio, print and online promotions.
MONTEREY eSPECIALS
Another low-cost way to target nearly 8,500 interested visitors is through our monthly eSpecials newsletter, an electronic mailing that is sent to advertise members' special promotions and deals. Information and uploading is found at www.ntarget.com/especials/monterey or by contacting Dominic Gregorio at (831) 657-6410.
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MEDIA RELATIONS
National and international journalists that visit Monterey County to gather information for travel-related stories and articles often request complimentary accommodations, meals and attraction tickets. If you are interested in working with and/or hosting the media for potential exposure, please contact Shannon Marshall at (831) 657-6409 or [email protected].
MCCVB Images and Video
MCCVB IMAGES AND VIDEO
The MCCVB maintains a large collection of slides and digital images for use by MCCVB members. We can also provide "B-roll" stock video footage, or provide you with a 5-minute produced video (available on computer CD, VHS or DVD).
NEWS DISTRIBUTION
Send us your press releases and we�ll help you �get the word out� in a variety of ways. Among these are postings on our Media website, listings on our Member Announcements page, and potential inclusion in MCCVB publications such as "What�s New in Monterey County?" and our Monterey County eNews.
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REFFERALS AND GROUP LEADS
The MCCVB provides member referrals to leisure and group travel planners each year. Our full-time Group Services Department works with meeting planners in selecting and booking MCCVB member facilities and businesses for their group or conference needs and Accompanying Persons Program.
CONVENTION CALENDAR
This resource provides contact names to market your business to the convention and group markets that meet in Monterey County (Available in both physical form-updated quarterly and on our website for access to members-updated as we receive changes.)
TRADE SHOWS
The MCCVB occasionally participates in trade shows targeting domestic and international travel journalists, tour operators, international groups and the leisure market. Members are represented through their membership, however, in many instances additional exposure can be obtained through sponsorships.
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MONTEREY COUNTY TRAVEL AND MEETING PLANNER (magazine)
Your business listing in the MCCVB�s primary marketing publication, "Monterey Land & See," enables you to reach 120,000 pre-qualified visitors and meeting planners. Distributed by mail and at local events and visitor centers.
MONTEREY COUNTY TRAVEL AND MEETING PLANNER (in-room)
This handsome hardcover edition is the official in-room publication for Monterey County resorts, hotels, motels and inns. Placed in 10,000 hotel rooms.
To enhance your exposure to visitors or convention groups, consider placing an ad in either of these publications to highlight your business. Call Bay Publishing: 831-373-8949.
MCCVB WEBSITE
All MCCVB members receive a FREE "Vendor Storefront" page on our website. We�ll build this full page description for you with information you supply to us: 250 word description of your business, a photo or logo and your URL so that visitors can link to your website. Also, send us your news and announcements to be posted on additional pages throughout the site.
MONTEREY COUNTY E-NEWS
Monterey County news and event information is delivered electronically each month to thousands of email subscribers throughout the country. Member news (specials, themed activities, events, etc.) may be included, if appropriate.
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VISITOR CENTERS
Display your printed materials, brochures or menus at the the MCCVB�s main office (located next to Benihana Restaurant � Heritage Harbor) and at the MCCVB�s fully staffed visitor information center at Lake El Estero in Monterey.
MAILING LISTS
Target a specific market! Upon request, the MCCVB will provide you with mailing lists for MCCVB members (physical address), local and/or travel media, tour operators and convention groups. An additional fee may apply. Note: The MCCVB does not provide member e-mail contact lists. Contact our Membership Services Department.
MEMBER COMMUNICATIONS
The MCCVB keeps you posted on ongoing activities and programs and upcoming opportunities for member involvement through two member publications: Monterey Bulletin, an eight-page mailed newsletter sent three or four times a year, and the MCCVB Memberlink, an electronic newsletter emailed monthly.
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