Advertising Opportunities Include:
Website – VisitHickoryNC.com
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Complimentary Business Listing (FREE to You!)
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Each partner is offered a complimentary business listing. This listing includes 4-6 photos of your location, a description (up to 1200 characters), social media links, contact information, a link to the business website, and member access to the partner portal. (This is separate from DTN advertising.)
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Targeted Ads on VisitHickoryNC.com (DTN)
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Partners have the opportunity to purchase targeted placement ads on the website (Placement Sample Page). The Visit Hickory website is the hub of information where visitors (and locals) plan trips, search for things to do, and explore local businesses. Contact our friends at Destination Travel Network (DTN) - DTN Support: support@dtnads.com or the sales team at dtn-advertising@granicus.com. Click here for the DTN Media Kit.
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The Official Hickory Metro Destination Guide
The Hickory Metro Destination Guide is the cornerstone of our print marketing efforts—an inspiring, high-quality publication designed to showcase all that our region has to offer. With stunning photography, engaging editorial content, and helpful travel planning tools, the guide serves as a trusted resource for both first-time visitors and returning travelers.
Widespread Distribution:
The guide is distributed strategically across North Carolina and beyond, including:
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State Welcome Centers and major interstate rest areas
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Local and regional visitor hubs
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High-traffic tourism and hospitality locations
Why Advertise in the Guide?
As the official print publication of Visit Hickory, the guide provides unmatched visibility among a highly engaged audience actively planning their trips. It's an ideal platform for local businesses—restaurants, shops, attractions, accommodations, and event venues—to reach a motivated travel market looking for places to stay, dine, and explore.
As the official print publication of Visit Hickory, the guide provides unmatched visibility among a highly engaged audience actively planning their trips. It's an ideal platform for local businesses—restaurants, shops, attractions, accommodations, and event venues—to reach a motivated travel market looking for places to stay, dine, and explore.
Media Kit Access:
For ad rates, specs, deadlines, and audience demographics, view the Visit Hickory Destination Guide Media Kit, by clicking on the photo to the right or click here.
For ad rates, specs, deadlines, and audience demographics, view the Visit Hickory Destination Guide Media Kit, by clicking on the photo to the right or click here.