Britain and North America`s best-selling

Britain and North America’s best-selling magazine about France
MEDIA PACK 2015
There’s no doubt that the love affair with France shows no sign
of abating, and FRANCE Magazine is the essential read for every
Francophile. From inspirational travel features to culture and
lifestyle topics, each issue highlights the very best of France
and includes listings for French events in the UK as French
cookery and language.
We are a trusted partner for many businesses wishing to
reach a very targeted and receptive Francophile audience, and
regular advertisers include Eurotunnel, TV5 Monde, Lagrange
Holidays and many of the French tourist boards.
‘‘
FRANCE Magazine is a must-have for inclusion
in our annual ad spend; quality articles, good rates
and good relations with the magazine team mean
we are a long term and regular advertiser and will
remain that way for the future.
Sarah Holder, TV5 Monde UK
Britain and North America’s
best-selling magazine about
France
Published bi-monthly in the US
Published monthly in the UK
and distributed in Australia
Truly international brand
A comprehensive and
compelling guide to France
Word from the editor
This year is an exciting year for FRANCE
Magazine, not only are we celebrating
our 25th anniversary but our May issue
will be our 200th edition. Our longevity,
and the loyalty of our readers – many of
whom have stayed with the magazine
since its inception - shows what a great publication we
create each month. Late in 2014 we gave the magazine
a complete makeover, with a fresh new design and
layout and a host of fantastic new features and sections.
I am delighted to have welcomed Terry Wogan as a
columnist, and his wonderful bi-monthly articles are a
witty insight into south-west France, where he has had a
holiday home for 20 years. We have also been joined by
award-winning food writer Clotilde Dusoulier, who writes
a regular piece in our comprehensive food and wine
section. Our award-winning travel writers are constantly
on the hunt for the best experiences from all over
l’Hexagone, to make sure our readers get the in-depth
knowledge they need to make their three, four or five
annual trips to France successful. All this, along with
our top celebrity interviews and culture and language
section, make FRANCE Magazine the must-have title for
anyone who loves la Belle France.
READERS WITH A
PASSION FOR FRANCE
INSPIRATIONAL
EDITORIAL
FRANCE Magazine readers are well-educated, affluent
and discriminating Francophiles who actively use
the magazine as their guide to all-things French.
They have a strong desire to learn more about their
favourite country, and are keen to pursue their interest
while at home in the UK or US. We have an extremely
loyal audience, reflected in our very high level of
subscriptions at 74% and a readership of over 90,000*
in the UK and US. Readers generally keep their issues
for over a year for future reference.
FRANCE Magazine is an inspirational and informative
guide to France’s culture, regions, food, wine, language
and events, catering for an international audience of
passionate Francophiles. Many of our journalists have
won top travel writing awards for their stories in the
magazine. In each issue we cover:
*average 2.4 readers per copy
Readership of FRANCE Magazine
£49,862
85%
64%
3 hours
91%
3-5
69%
82%
77%
85%
average income
of readers
TRAVEL In-depth features on specific places with
high-quality photographs and information on how to
get there, where to stay, where to eat and what to do
in the area. Plus, in our Prêt à Partir, the latest travel
news about holidays and products with events to look
forward to. In every issue there is a detailed ‘getting
there’ map and a directory of travel operators, plus
details of new ferry, flight and train routes.
CULTURE In-depth features celebrating aspects of
French culture and fascinating interviews with famous
French actors and figures, plus insightful columns
from Francophiles such as Terry Wogan. Stephen Clarke
and Carol Drinkwater on living and working in French
society. Articles on history and current affairs, including
an in-depth news feature in each issue.
of readers use the magazine to
find out more about France
have planned a trip or booked a
holiday as a direct result of seeing
it featured or advertised
the average time spent
reading the magazine
of readers enjoy destination
guides with recommendations on
what to do, where to visit etc
average reader visits to France
each year
have bought a product as a
direct result of seeing it in
the magazine
are interested in wine tours
‘‘
As a specialist in holidays to
France, we always get a great
response from our media
campaigns through France
Magazine.
PRÊT À PARTIR All the best ideas for planning your trip,
travel news, products, festivals and events.
BON APPÉTIT In-depth features on French food and wine,
plus the latest from the world of gastronomy, including
new books, gadgets, cookery courses, food and wine
matching, plus restaurant reviews, recipes and expert
wine recommendations.
enjoy cooking recipes
featured in the magazine
LANGUAGE Unique four-page section featuring
language-learning tips, products, puzzles and helpful
exercises to help your French.
of readers are trying to
improve their French
LA CULTURE All the best of French culture, from film to
books, in-depth interviews with French A-list stars and a
Q&A interview with celebrities who love France.
ADVERTISING
OPPORTUNITIES
We know our readers regularly use the magazine for
planning holidays and days out to France, and are keen
to buy into the French lifestyle for their home, so are
very interested in French style products, services and
cultural events at home in the UK or North America. Our
readers are actively looking for information on a variety
of French topics, including tips on further education
such as distance learning courses and residential
courses including language and cookery schools.
We like to work hand-in-hand with advertisers to ensure
you get the best response possible from your campaign
in France Magazine and can offer flexible and innovative
solutions to ensure you get the most for your spend.
Options include:
Display
Classified
Sponsored Editorial
Advertorial
Bespoke/Contract Publishing
Inserts
Cover-mounts/Bagged items
Direct Mail to Subscribers
Reader Offers/Competitions
‘‘
FRANCE Magazine is beautifully
produced, informative and irresistible
for our Francophile customers and
future customers alike. It is exactly
where our advertising needs to be.
OTHER OPPORTUNITIES
The strength of the FRANCE brand has allowed us to build a host of related publications both on and offline. Special branded
publications are hugely popular, for the FRANCE calendar - with each each reader buying, on average, 2.8 calendars for
themselves - and Family France. All our publications carry advertising, spondorship and promotional opportunities.
DIGITAL OPTIONS
We have a variety of digital communications
that we can tailor to your needs and deliver
to a very targeted database including - Enewsletters
- Eshots Database of approximately 25,000
- Digital publications
- Apps and podcasts
- Bespoke apps produced for clients
WWW.COMPLETEFRANCE.COM
CompleteFrance.com combines contents
from all three of our Francophile publications
(French Property News, Living France & France
magazine) to cover all aspects of France from
property purchase, living and setting in, to
holidaying or just enjoying France from home!
Our hugely popular France forum sits on this
website and attracts large numbers of visitors
per month providing a wider than ever audience.
WEBSITE ADVERTISING
We offer a complete online solution
to meet your digital needs, such as tailored
newsletters and ecommunications to our
database, interactive web advertising
including the usual formats (e.g. MPUs,
skyscrapers, banners etc), hosting microsites, referral sites, web only competitions
and bespoke e-publishing solutions.
IPAD AND IPHONE EDITION
Our digital editions are also available as
downloads easy-to-use from iTunes in the
form of apps for the iPhone and iPad.
ADVERTISEMENT FORMATS
Double Page Spread
Trim Size: 297 x 420mm
Bleed Size: 303 x 426mm
Full Page
Trim Size: 297 x 210mm
Bleed Size: 303 x 216mm
Half Page Portrait
Trim Size: 270 x 93mm
Half Page Landscape
Trim Size: 133 x 190mm
Classified Sizes
Quarter Page Portrait
Trim Size: 133 x 93mm
CLASSIFIED
DISPLAY
Size
Premium positions:
(Sold in column widths and cm deep)
Petites Annonces
1 column: 40 mm
2 columns: 82 mm
3 columns: 124 mm
4 columns: 166 mm
4cmx1
column
(4cm)
Full Page Text Area
Trim Size: 270 x 190mm
Colour Mono
Quarter Page Landscape
Trim Size: 65 x 190mm
+ 20% of rate card
Inserts:
£80
£60
Advertising Agency discount:
Series Discounts:
Rentals
1/6th: 56.5 x 118 mm
2/6th: 115.5 x 118 mm
Prices on application
10%
3 months - 7.5%; 6 months - 12.5%;
Year - 17.5%
Series Discounts (classies):
DISPLAY ADVERTISING
The above rates are exclusive of VAT
Double Page Spread
£2,800
1/2 Page
£775
Full Page
£1,500
1/4 Page
£450
SPECIFICATIONS
PDF 1.3 Adobe Portable Document Format in version 1.3. Preferably from
Acrobat Distiller, InDesign or QuarkXPress.
HOLIDAY RENTALS PAGES
3 months
6 months
12 months
3 months - 10%;
6 months - 15%; Year - 20%
£195 plus VAT
£295 plus VAT
£490 plus VAT
TO ADVERTISE, CONTACT:
Stuart Ogden
Advertising manager - 01242 216063 – stuart.ogden@archant.co.uk
Emma Kestin
Senior account manager - 01242 265891 – emma.kestin@archant.co.uk
Alexandra Kirton
Classified and lettings – 01242 216070 - alexandra.kirton@archant.co.uk
COLOUR Cyan, Magenta, Yellow and Black - four colour process.
RGB, Pantone, Lab, Index or spot colours cannot be used.
IMAGES 300 dpi in CYMK colour mode using ISOcoated_v2_300_eci.icc prole.
FONTS Embedded, PostScript Type1, OpenType, TrueType. Multiple Master
fonts cannot be used.
All digital artwork must be saved as CMYK.
We cannot accept adverts as nished artwork in formats other than those
listed, this includes adverts created in Microsoft Publisher, PowerPoint or
Word. However, we offer a design service and can create your advert by
request.
No responsibility is taken for the quality of images not supplied in the
correct format or resolution. We cannot accept responsibility for colour
reproduction or factual accuracy unless a colour guide and/or copy of the
advertisement is provided.
2015 PUBLICATION DATES AND DEADLINES
Issue Name
Copy Deadline
Copy Deadline
Latest delivery Publication Date
date for Inserts (on sale date on
(if your advert
needs to be
designed or
amended)
(if you supply
complete artwork
to us)
January 2015
17 Nov 2014
19 Nov 2014
21 Nov 2014
03 Dec 2014
February 2015
18 Dec 2014
19 Dec 2014
23 Dec 2014
07 Jan 2015
March 2015
19 Jan 2015
21 Jan 2015
23 Jan 2015
04 Feb 2015
April 2015
16 Feb 2015
18 Feb 2015
20 Feb 2015
04 March 2015
May 2015
23 March 2015
25 March 2015
27 March 2015
08 April 2015
June 2015
20 April 2015
22 April 2015
24 April 2015
06 May 2015
July 2015
18 May 2015
20 May 2015
22 May 2015
03 June 2015
August 2015
22 June 2015
24 June 2015
26 June 2015
08 July 2015
September 2015
20 July 2015
22 July 2015
24 July 2015
05 Aug 2015
October 2015
17 Aug 2015
19 Aug 2015
21 Aug 2015
02 Sept 2015
November 2015
21 Sept 2015
23 Sept 2015
25 Sept 2015
07 Oct 2015
December 2015
19 Oct 2015
21 Oct 2015
23 Oct 2015
04 Nov 2015
newsstand)
SUPPLYING PDFs
For mechanical data and technical specifications please visit www.digitalnorfolk.com/gateway
IMPORTANT NOTE: We want to make sure your adverts look their best on our pages, so please check
our guidelines carefully before submitting any artwork. For technical help please contact the Magazines
Supplied Advert Desk on 01603 772563.
FRANCE Magazine is published by Archant Lifestyle
Archant House, Oriel Road, Cheltenham, GL50 1BB
Tel: +44 (0) 1242 211 080 Fax: +44 (0) 1242 211 081
Archant Lifestyle is part of Archant Community Media Ltd
Registered in England 19300
Registered Office: Prospect House, Rouen Road, Norwich NR1 1RE, UK
To discuss our
opportunities and plan
your campaign call us
on
01242 216063
U S E D I T I O N - 2 0 1 5 P U B L I C AT I O N D AT E S A N D D E A D L I N E S
US Edition
Issue Name
Copy Deadline
Copy Deadline
Latest delivery
US Edition
date for Inserts Publication Date
(if your advert
needs to be
designed or
amended)
(if you supply
complete artwork
to us)
Feb/Mar 2015
08 Dec 2014
09 Dec 2014
10 Dec 2014
03 Feb 2015
Apr/May 2015
02 Feb 2015
03 Feb 2015
04 Feb 2015
31 March 2015
Jun/Jul 2015
06 April 2015
07 April 2015
08 April 2015
02 June 2015
Aug/Sep 2015
08 June 2015
09 June 2015
10 June 2015
04 Aug 2015
Oct/Nov 2015
03 Aug 2015
04 Aug 2015
(on sale date on
US newsstand)
05 Aug 2015
29 Sept 2015
To discuss our
opportunities and plan
your campaign call us
on
01242 216063
Dec/Jan 2016
05 Oct 2015
06 Oct 2015
07 Oct 2015
01 Dec 2015
SUPPLYING PDFs
For mechanical data and technical specifications please visit www.digitalnorfolk.com/gateway
IMPORTANT NOTE: We want to make sure your adverts look their best on our pages, so please check
our guidelines carefully before submitting any artwork. For technical help please contact the Magazines
Supplied Advert Desk on 01603 772563.
FRANCE Magazine is published by Archant Lifestyle
Archant House, Oriel Road, Cheltenham, GL50 1BB
Tel: +44 (0) 1242 211 080 Fax: +44 (0) 1242 211 081
Archant Lifestyle is part of Archant Community Media Ltd
Registered in England 19300
Registered Office: Prospect House, Rouen Road, Norwich NR1 1RE, UK