Advertising with WVExplorer.com

u003ch4u003eWest Virginia's most-read digital publication!u003c/h4u003ernEach month, more than 3,000,000 users—tourists, locals, and proud former residents—turn to us for trusted information and authentic insight about West Virginia.rnrnu003ca href=u0022https://dev.wvexplorer.com/about-us/advertising/advertise-with-west-virginia-explorer/u0022 rel=u0022attachment wp-att-23472u0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022size-large wp-image-23472u0022 src=u0022https://dev.wvexplorer.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Advertise-with-West-Virginia-Explorer-1024x768.pngu0022 alt=u0022Advertise with West Virginia Exploreru0022 width=u0022696u0022 height=u0022522u0022 /u003eu003c/au003e Advertisers consistently report that no other West Virginia–focused platform delivers our level of conversions.rnrnAs a result, advertisers consistently report that no other platform is delivering the level of conversions we provide. We engage a passionate audience. Our website visitors arrive with a clear intent to purchase goods and services related to the state.rnrnu003cstrongu003eReaching beyond West Virginiau003c/strongu003ernrnWhile we reach a tremendous number of West Virginia residents, more than half of our audience lives in major cities beyond West Virginia. Our single largest readership—more than 7%—comes from Washington, D.C., followed closely by Pittsburgh and New York City. This reach is the result of more than 25 years spent cultivating a well-educated, affluent audience with a deep interest in the Mountain State.rnrnLikewise, within West Virginia, our reach extends to a well-educated, affluent readership, with our largest concentrations in Charleston, Clarksburg, Morgantown, Martinsburg, and Parkersburg.rnrnu003cstrongu003eHow many people do we reach?u003c/strongu003ernu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eMore than 300,000 unique visitors monthlyu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eMore than 1.2 million pageviews monthlyu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eMore than 15,000 email subscribers weeklyu003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernrnu003chr /u003ernrnu003ch3u003eAdvertising Optionsu003c/h3u003ernWe keep advertising simple. After years of providing a multitude of options, we limit our offerings to a simple display advertising format. A single monthly rate!rnrnu003cstrongu003eDisplay Advertisingu003c/strongu003ernrnOur most popular form of advertising is run-of-site display advertising. After years of providing a variety of other options, we offer a single monthly rate for banners that appear within our stories, where people are reading. We accommodate both static and animated banners.rnrnu003cstrongu003ePage Sponsorshipu003c/strongu003ernrnAdvertisers can secure a high profile on specific pages through sponsorship, which sees their display ads permanently associated with a page. This is a profitable option for businesses that wish to reach readers looking for specific information. A real estate brokerage, for instance, might wish to increase its profile by sponsoring a specific town, city, or county page.rnrnu003chr /u003ernrnu003ch3u003eWho advertises?u003c/h3u003ernWest Virginia Explorer collaborates with a diverse range of advertisers, including shops, resorts, artisans, ski areas, travel bureaus, and outdoor adventure companies. Many are focused on reaching tourists both before their visits and while they are present. However, we also reach new and potential residents, former residents, and readers who are curious about the subject matter we explore in our articles.rnrnPlease feel free to peruse our site for banner advertising. We encourage you to reach out to our advertisers to find out more about their experiences. We can provide references.rnrnOur chief long-term advertisers include:rnu003culu003ern tu003cliu003eTourism bureaus u0026amp; attractionsu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eLocal shops u0026amp; artisansu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eLodging u0026amp; hospitality providersu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eOutdoor adventure companiesu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eReal estate servicesu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eHistorical sites u0026amp; cultural venuesu003c/liu003ern tu003cliu003eEducation, events, and festivalsu003c/liu003ernu003c/ulu003ernu003cdivu003ernrnu003chr /u003ernrnu003ch3u003eFind out more!u003c/h3u003ernCall our offices at 304-575-7390 to request a rate sheet and find out more about our marketing programs. You may also opt to email us at u003ca href=u0022mailto:advertising@wvexplorer.comu0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eadvertising@wvexplorer.comu003c/au003e.rnrnu003chr /u003ernrnu003ch3u003eMore about advertising with West Virginia Exploreru003c/h3u003ernu003cstrongu003eWest Virginia Exploreru003c/strongu003e is one of the most effective platforms for advertisers seeking to reach a targeted and engaged audience of West Virginian travelers, tourists, and outdoor enthusiasts. With its deep-rooted presence in the Mountain State’s tourism industry, the website offers a direct line to those actively planning trips or currently visiting the region. Advertisers targeting West Virginia visitors will find a uniquely positioned opportunity to maximize exposure and engagement.rnrnu003ca href=u0022https://wvexplorer.com/2025/07/01/west-virginia-explorer-celebrates-25th-anniversary-with-redesigned-website-travel-guide/sibray-at-moore-with-west-virginia-explorer/u0022 rel=u0022attachment wp-att-49533u0022u003eu003cimg class=u0022size-medium wp-image-49533u0022 src=u0022https://wvexplorer.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Sibray-at-Moore-with-West-Virginia-Explorer-300x182.jpgu0022 alt=u0022Founder David Sibray (left) and Technical Director Jonathan Moore review the addition of state parks information to WVExplorer.com.u0022 width=u0022300u0022 height=u0022182u0022 /u003eu003c/au003e David Sibray (left) and Technical Director Jonathan Moore review the addition of information to WVExplorer.com.rnrnWVExplorer.com attracts a highly valuable audience, chiefly individuals actively seeking travel ideas, accommodations, attractions, and events throughout the state. Whether it’s someone planning a weekend getaway or a family preparing for a summer vacation, advertisers can reach travelers visiting West Virginia at the moment they’re making travel decisions. This type of targeted, intent-based traffic is highly convertible and ideal for businesses aiming to grow within the state’s vibrant tourism economy.rnrnOutdoor recreation is one of West Virginia’s top draws, and WVExplorer.com excels in serving content to that niche. Businesses can effectively advertise to outdoor adventure tourists in West Virginia by leveraging WVExplorer’s authority and visibility in this space. From whitewater rafting to hiking, skiing, and rock climbing, the site draws an audience that’s eager to explore and spend.rnrnFor tourism businesses—whether hotels, outfitters, restaurants, or attractions—there’s no better place to advertise tourism businesses in West Virginia. The platform offers targeted and scalable advertising to the West Virginia travel audience. In an age of fragmented media, WVExplorer stands out by offering consistent, high-quality traffic from individuals genuinely interested in the state.rnrnMarketing to the West Virginia tourism audience through WVExplorer.com is a strategic move for any advertiser seeking to enhance brand visibility, increase bookings, and drive tourism revenue in West Virginia.rnrnFind out more about advertising to West Virginia travel audiences with the u003ca href=u0022https://wvtourism.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/2025.02.10_WVDT_Annual-Report_Final_WEB.pdfu0022 target=u0022_blanku0022 rel=u0022noopeneru0022u003eWest Virginia Department of Tourism Annual Reportu003c/au003e.rnrnu003c/divu003e