"Walkbout,� a term indigenous to Jamaicans, that describes the bold, inquisitive adventurer. Walkbout Magazine/ www.walkbout.com take visitors seeking that unforgettable, authentic cultural experience, off the beaten path to quirky places, people and activities beyond beaches and resorts. In this special 200th anniversary edition we Walkbout Manchester.
Walkbouts of any age are forever young at heart. With interests varying widely, print and internet publications are used to explore, share experiences and determine travel choices. They are hardworking, in business or retired, student or professional, single or married, travel solo or in groups. They might want upscale, luxury accommodations or humble bed and breakfast lodgings. Walkbouts may originate from anywhere in the world or they may be locals. They are equally at home indoors or out, active and adventurous. The one commonality among all Walkbouts is a thirst for exploration beyond their destination.
Mandeville, Manchester’s capital is approaching its 200th year anniversary in 2016. We invite you to participate in the celebration by advertising in Walkbout Magazine’s Special Limited Edition. Your ad will be strategically positioned in our augural Fall 2015 issue among high quality photographs and stories presenting a chronological view of Manchester’s people, places and activities along the theme, Manchester: How We Grow.” Your business will be highly visible as we give prominence to Mandeville’s prestigious status as, the capital of Manchester, now the business technology and innovation hub of the Caribbean. Walkbout Manchester’s Special 200 Page Limited Historical Edition will also feature important greetings from relevant persons in the public and private sectors in the parish and at the national
level. This ensures your ad will beneďŹ t from long shelf life and be referenced for years to come. This coffee table issue of Walkbout Manchester will make an excellent Corporate Gift. Only a limited 200 Collector Hard Cover Editions will be published and pre sold for US$200 per copy. Each will be numbered to ensure authenticity. 2000 soft copy versions will be available at US$45.00 per copy. There is no better way to leverage your advertising resources than to advertise in Walkbout Manchester. We look forward to partnering with you. Aldo Antonio, Blackslate Media Group Publisher.
Working with a carefully selected core group of writers and contributors, Walkbout magazine selects features and articles that meet exacting standards deserving of inclusion in Walkbout Manchester. The editorial archives Manchester’s historic achievements, leading to formalised status in 1814 thereby, making Manchester the youngest parish in Jamaica. Of major importance is the approaching 2016 200th anniversary of Mandeville, the capital of Manchester. We extensively document Mandeville’s evolution since its inception in 1816 to its current status as the business technology and innovation hub of the Caribbean. The location of original villages and estates before Manchester was formed and where they are today, the places, persons, activities and events that made the new parish so unique and progressive, how natural and built environments and events over the years have impacted the economic and social life of the parish will all be honourably illuminated.
People - individuals making an impact in the area of indoor/outdoor activities, trends and developments. Places - the most interesting and off the beaten track places and hideaways that are not part of the everyday fair and offerings to regular visitors. Lifestyle - the latest and trending fashions, accessories and lifestyle activities of interest to the locals. Accommodations - the growing trends and locations of both traditional and non-traditional havens of rest, relaxation including all their offerings. Food & Beverages - traditional and non-traditional cuisine, availability of healthy eating choices and where they can be found. Go, See, Do, Enjoy - highlights and features on upcoming seasons’ events and activities that both visitors and locals can attend and enjoy.
Walkbout Manchester will be distributed extensively throughout the island via a number of key touch points available to both locals and visitors alike. The special Manchester 200th anniversary edition will make an excellent corporate gift available at: Airports & Gift Shops Places of Accommodation & Hospitality Advertisers’ Places of Business Car Rentals Places of Attraction & Entertainment Tour Buses and Coaches Museums
Publication Date: November 2015 Closing booking September 2015.
To conďŹ rm space and bookings, completed and signed advertising contracts must be submitted via email to aldo@blackslateholdings.com along with a 50% deposit. All digital artwork must be submitted on or before September 30th 2015 via email to brown.wendy@blackslateholdings.com For all editorial matters please email winsome.alexander@blackslateholdings.com info@walkbout.com
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$1,354.00 $762.00 $581.00 $3,178.00 $3,042.00 $2,744.00 $3,380.00 $$2,147.00 $2,342.00
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Bleed Page 81⁄2’x11’
Full Page 71⁄2’x10’
Half Page 71⁄2’x5’
Half Page 3 3⁄4’x10’
NB: All Full Page Bleed artwork need to have an extra quarter inch (1/4 in) allowance
1. The Publishers reserve the right to accept or reject any advertisement. 2. The Publishers take no responsibility for the contents of an advertisement or for its validity, accuracy, taste or any other feature which may precipitate a dispute or contention. 3. The advertiser agrees to pay in full the stated cost (inclusive of general consumption tax of 16.5%) of the advertisement within the time specified on the contract as follows: 50% deposit paid on presentation of the signed advertising agreement booking the space and the balance within 30 days of the receipt of final official invoice from the publisher. 4. The Publishers will not be liable for compensating beyond the cost of funds paid over and where errors are the fault of the publisher; they will provide a ‘make do’ ad in the following issue at no extra cost. 5. Amendments to advertisements and amended advertisements must be submitted by advertising deadline. In case of cancellation, the publishers should be so informed at least eight (8) weeks before the advertisement is due to appear. 6. The publishers reserve the right to place advertisements on any page or in any position deemed suitable, unless otherwise agreed upon by both parties under special conditions. 7. If advertising artwork is not received by the publishers by the deadline date, the publishers reserve the right to produce an advertisement in any manner or form suitable to the publication.
International Advertising Sales Agents For all information and queries in relation to Advertising please contact our exclusive sales agents: Aldo Antonio Group Chief Business Development and Marketing Officer 876-280-9192 – 876-542-3719 (m): aldo@blackslateholdings.com “Silicon Mountain” Mandeville Jamaica “The Business Technology Hub of the Caribbean" www.blackslateholdings.com: www.walkbout.com
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Advertising
Aldo (Al) Antonio – Business Development aldo@blackslateholdings.com 876-280-9192 (D) & 876- 542-3719 (L) Skype – aldoowen Wendy Brown – Project Coordinator wendy.brown@blackslateholdings.com 876-412-5733 (M) & 876-630-2216 (O)
Editorial
Winsome Alexander – Content Director winsome.alexander@blackslateholdings.com 1 713-445-6880 (M) & 876-630-2216 (O) Skype - Winsome Alexander
Creative
Leo Rhule - Creative Director leorhule1@gmail.com 1-876-538-3281 (L) 1-876-355-5846 (D)