Advertising & Partnerships

Reach Active Travellers Planning Their Next Karnataka Trip

Intercity Travel Hub connects your hotel, resort, tour package or travel service with 50,000+ monthly readers who are actively planning trips across Karnataka and South India — not just browsing.

50,000+
Monthly Readers
200+
Destination Guides
4,200+
Newsletter Subscribers
72%
Mobile Audience
3.4 min
Avg. Time on Page

Our Audience

Our readers are urban Indians aged 25–45 who plan 3–8 trips per year. They arrive with high intent — searching for where to stay, what to see and how to get there.

Traffic by Geography

Bangalore45%
Rest of Karnataka22%
Tamil Nadu & Kerala16%
Other South India10%
Rest of India7%

Age & Travel Profile

25–34 years42%
35–44 years31%
18–24 years16%
45+ years11%

Device Split

Mobile 72%
Desktop 28%

All our ad placements are fully mobile-optimised. Ads are responsive and render cleanly across screen sizes.

Top Content Categories

Weekend Getaways34%
Hill Stations28%
Road Trips19%
Hotels & Stays12%
Wildlife7%

Choose Your Package

Three levels to match your budget and goals — from a basic listing to full editorial coverage that ranks on Google for years.

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Business Listing

Get your hotel, resort or homestay listed in our searchable directory. Permanent placement, mobile-optimised, with direct link to your booking page.

From
₹2,999
per year
  • Directory listing with photo, description & amenities
  • Direct link to your website or booking page
  • Location map & contact details
  • LodgingBusiness schema markup added
  • Appears in relevant destination search results
Get Listed
🌟

Premium Featured

Maximum visibility for your brand. Combines a sponsored article, premium directory placement, homepage spotlight and dedicated newsletter feature.

From
₹9,999
per quarter
  • Everything in Sponsored Article package
  • Homepage featured stays spotlight (30 days)
  • Dedicated newsletter email to all subscribers
  • 2 Instagram posts + 1 Facebook post
  • Destination guide internal link placement
  • Monthly performance report
  • Priority customer support
Get Premium

Complete Advertising Rate Card

All prices are in Indian Rupees. Custom packages available for annual bookings and multi-property advertisers.

Ad Type Placement Duration Price Best For
Banner Ad — Leaderboard (728×90) Homepage header, below navigation Per month ₹1,999/month Brand awareness, new property launches
Banner Ad — Rectangle (300×250) Sidebar, all article pages Per month ₹1,499/month Hotels, tour operators, travel apps
In-Content Banner (300×250) Inside article body (after paragraph 3) Per month ₹2,499/month High CTR, contextual relevance
Basic Directory Listing Hotels & Stays directory Annual ₹2,999/year Small homestays, budget hotels
Premium Directory Listing Popular Featured position in destination directory Annual ₹4,999/year Resorts, eco lodges, boutique hotels
Sponsored Article Blog feed + all category pages (permanent) Permanent ₹5,999one-time Properties wanting Google rankings
Destination Spotlight Feature Top of relevant category page (30 days) Per month ₹3,499/month Seasonal campaigns, new launches
Dedicated Newsletter Email New Solo email to 4,200+ subscribers Single send ₹3,999per send Offers, deals, event announcements
Newsletter Mention Featured section in weekly newsletter Single issue ₹1,499per issue Quick promotion, new openings
Instagram Feature Post @intercitycabhub Instagram feed Single post ₹1,999per post Visual properties, events, launches
Premium Featured Bundle Article + homepage + newsletter + social Quarterly ₹9,999/quarter Maximum visibility campaigns

Who Advertises Here

If your business serves travellers in Karnataka or South India, your audience is already reading us.

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Hotels & Resorts

Reach travellers actively planning stays in Coorg, Chikmagalur, Hampi, Ooty and across the region.

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Homestays & Eco Lodges

Our readers love authentic, off-the-beaten-path stays. Reach guests who specifically seek unique accommodation.

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Cab & Tour Operators

Connect with travellers who need transport from Bangalore to their destination — high-intent, ready-to-book audience.

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Adventure & Activity Providers

Trekking guides, safari operators, river rafting, camping — reach the outdoor traveller exactly when they're planning.

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Travel Gear Brands

Backpacks, cameras, travel accessories — our readers are active travellers who invest in quality gear.

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Travel Apps & Platforms

Booking platforms, itinerary apps, local experience apps — we can integrate contextual CTAs naturally into guides.

🍽️

Restaurants & Cafes

Eateries near popular tourist destinations in Karnataka — reach visitors looking for local food recommendations.

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Tourism Boards

District and state tourism departments — promote festivals, new attractions and seasonal travel campaigns.

Why Advertise on Intercity Travel Hub

We are not a generic directory. We are a travel media platform with editorial content that ranks on Google and builds genuine reader trust.

01

Intent Audience, Not Passive Scrollers

Our readers arrive from Google searches like "best resorts in Coorg" or "Bangalore to Chikmagalur road trip." They are in planning mode and actively looking for what you offer.

02

Sponsored Articles Rank on Google for Years

Unlike social media posts that disappear in 48 hours, our sponsored articles are SEO-optimised, indexed permanently and continue generating traffic long after you stop paying.

03

Contextual Placement, Not Banner Noise

Your hotel appears inside a "Best Places to Stay in Coorg" guide — not sandwiched between irrelevant content. Readers see your ad as a relevant recommendation, not an interruption.

04

Hyper-Local Karnataka Focus

45% of our traffic comes from Bangalore. No national platform can match our depth of coverage for Karnataka-specific travel planning searches.

05

Editorial Trust Built In

Our readers trust our editorial recommendations. A sponsored article on our platform carries the implied endorsement of a publication they read and respect.

06

Affordable vs OTA Platforms

MakeMyTrip and Booking.com charge 15–25% per booking. A sponsored article at ₹5,999 that drives 20 bookings has an effective cost per booking under ₹300.

Ad Specifications

Send your creatives in these formats for fastest approval. We can also design ads for you — contact us for creative services.

Banner Ad Specifications

Leaderboard728 × 90 px Desktop
Rectangle300 × 250 px All devices
Mobile Banner320 × 50 px Mobile
Formats acceptedJPG, PNG, GIF, WebP, HTML5
Max file size150 KB (static), 400 KB (animated)
Animated GIFMax 3 loops, 15 sec total
Destination URLMust use HTTPS
Delivery deadline3 working days before go-live

Sponsored Article Requirements

Word count1,200–1,800 words (we write it)
Photos5–8 high-res images (min 1200px wide)
Photo sourceYour property photos or licensed images
Links allowedUp to 3 links to your website
Disclosure"Sponsored Content" badge — mandatory
ApprovalDraft sent to you before publishing
Turnaround5–7 working days after briefing
RevisionsUp to 2 rounds included

Newsletter Specifications

Subscribers4,200+ active subscribers
Send dayEvery Friday morning
Open rate~28% (industry avg: 20%)
Dedicated send image600 × 300 px, JPG or PNG
Subject lineAgreed with advertiser
Body copyMax 150 words provided by advertiser
CTA button1 button with your destination URL
Booking deadline7 days before send date

Directory Listing Requirements

PhotosMinimum 3, max 10 (1200px wide, JPG)
Description150–250 words, provided by you
Property detailsRoom types, amenities, pricing range
LocationExact address + Google Maps link
ContactPhone, email, website URL
Booking linkDirect URL (your site or OTA)
SchemaLodgingBusiness schema added by us
Go-live time3–5 working days after payment

Request Advertising Rates

Fill in your details and we will send you our full media kit and a custom quote within 24 hours.

Advertising Enquiry

Tell us about your business and what you are looking to achieve. We'll recommend the best package for your goals and budget.

We respond within 24 hours on working days. Your details are never shared with third parties.

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Advertising FAQs

Hotels, resorts, homestays, eco lodges, tour operators, cab and taxi services, adventure activity providers, travel gear brands, travel apps, and restaurants near popular tourist destinations in Karnataka and South India are our ideal advertisers.
All sponsored articles are published permanently and are never removed. They continue to rank on Google and generate traffic long after the initial publication date — unlike social media posts or short-term ads.
Yes. We provide a monthly performance report for all paid placements including pageviews, clicks and impressions. For sponsored articles, we also share Google Search Console ranking data after 60 days.
Yes. Our media kit includes detailed audience demographics, traffic data by category, ad specifications and a full rate card. Submit the enquiry form above and we will send it to your email within 24 hours.
Banner ads are available on a monthly basis with a minimum booking of one month. Discounts of 15% apply for 3-month bookings and 25% for 6-month bookings.
Yes. Our sponsored article package includes professional copywriting by our editorial team. We will send you a draft for approval before publishing, and the package includes up to two rounds of revisions.