Published bimonthly on Kaua'i, this dynamic souvenir publication appeals to both the local and visitor populations. Inspiration Journals are collected by readers for its beautiful depiction of island life and superb editorial content. Energizing science-based articles focus on healthy lifestyles, family life, health and healing modalities, organic and natural living, environmental issues, and spiritual and personal growth. Articles are written by Hawaii's leading health and wellness practitioners who are committed to building strong communities.

Advertising Advantages

• Inspiration speaks to 75 million 'baby boomers' that are searching for alternative ways to stay young and healthy.
• Participate in the largest industry growth of the decade by advertising in this holistic publication that supports its community. Wellness and beauty industry revenues are in the billions. Holistic and organic industries have sales in the millions and are increasing steadily.
• Inspiration is the only free, statewide, article-driven publication dedicated to fostering the Health and Wellness Industry by bringing Hawaii's own healers and health practitioners to you.
• A full service visionary marketing company with results oriented advertising sales professionals who are committed to helping your business grow. Complete with innovative consulting services, creative graphic design and layouts, and marketing packages that include print display ads, radio promos and website(s) to increase your visibility and generate new profit centers.
• Inspiration has a strong community and business presence. As a member of Kaua'i Chamber of Commerce, the Hawaii Visitor and Convention Bureau/Kaua'i Visitor Bureau recipient of promotional and marketing benefits by these organizations.
• Listed on internationally renowned websites- Hawaii Visitor and Convention Bureau, HawaiiHealthGuide.com, Holistic-Hawaii.com.

Distribution and Demographics

Inspiration is distributed island wide at prime locations and at consumer targeted locations on the other islands. Extensive subscription base from Hawaii to New York. Loyal readers send copies to families around the globe to the UK, Greece, Bhutan, Iraq, Australia, New Zealand and Japan. We circulated 10,000 copies statewide, each issue is read by an average of 4 people. We have a 3:2 ratio of female to male readers; majority are 36-55 in age, college graduates with incomes ranging from 45k -100k, married or partnered with children, business owners or professionals, who live in Hawaii and on the mainland. Call (808) 652-4328 to reserve your space!

Survey based on Inspirational Marketing and Subscriber Study, November 2003

Distribution List

Pick up for your free copy of Inspiration at these locations!
Download Oahu, Kaua'i, and Kona Distributuion List (PDF)

*current sponsors

New ad rates and policies:

Ad production is not included. Please provide all support graphics and fonts along with a color proof for the cover ads. Call for quotes on producing or modifying your ad materials. Payment must accompany ad materials. Cancelations are not accepted after printed closing reservation date of issue, the 15th of month in production period. No cash or credit card refunds. All rates subject to 4.16% state sales tax, Oahu sales tax rate is 4.712%. Ad rates may change without advance notice.

Display Color Advertising Rates

Black & White ads

Wellness Products and Services - advetorial articles

* less words allows room for more images

Mechanical Requirements

Ad Sizes (width/height)

1/9 Page Ad	....	2.437"w x 3.2812"h
1/6 Page Vert. Ad	....	2.437"w x 5.027"h
1/6 Page Horiz. Ad	....	5.091"w x 2.403"h
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1/3 Page Vert. Ad	....	2 .437"w x 10.25"h
1/3 Page Horiz. Ad	....	7.75"w x 3.2812"h
1/3 Page Square Ad	....	5.095"w x 5.027"h
1/4 Page Ad	....	2.437"w x 5.027"h
1/2 Page Horiz. Ad	....	7.75"w x 5.012"h
1/2 Page Vert. Ad	....	3.75"w x 10.25"h
Full Page Non-bleed Ad	....	7.75"w x 10.25"h Live area: 7.25"w x 9.75"h
Full Page Bleed Ad	....	Bleed 8.75"w x 11.25"h Trim 8.5"w x 11"h Live area: 7.75"w x 10.25"h Safety area: 7.5"w x 10"h
Camera ready requirements: Distilled Acrobat cmyk 2400 ppi output PDF files and Photoshop tiff/300 dpi files are acceptable. In Design and Illustrator files should be converted to high resolution Acrobat PDF files before submission.

"Inspiration connects those who are seeking with those who are serving."
Consider advertising with Inspiration as an investment in your business and your industry as well as a fantastic vehicle for marketing and promotions. Partnering with Inspiration, Hawaii's Wellness Journal showcases your business as a leader in the health and wellness community.

Resource Directory and Marketplace Classified advertising: A health and wellness resource center designed to bring together those who are who are seeking with those who are serving. Listings are by islands and categories.

Categories: Health professionals, Healing Modalities, Schools and Training, Personal Growth and Development, Fitness and Yoga, Products and Services, Healthy Eateries, Spas and Retreats and Spiritual.

Place Your Ad Today!

It is easy to place your ad today, send an email to insp2008@inspirationjournal.com or call our sales consultants:

For information contact:
Richard Diamond 808 821-1253
Ganshet Nandsokar (Oahu) 808-923-2170 Ph/Fax

Testimonials:

"I switched my advertising to Inspiration and was surprised by the number of calls I started to receive as soon as the magazine came out. After advertising for two years in another periodical offering Kaua'i alternative health options, I was not used to getting so many calls and so rapidly." Virgina Beck, NP, CPT, Kalaheo, Kaua'i

"Inspiration turned out to be much more that I expected. I've been asked to advertise in many publications, but few have netted any results. Inspiration has been the exception. It is an excellent magazine to read and a great one to connect with new clients." Cindie K. Jones, CFP, Waddell and Reed, Muskegon, MI