Distribution Map of Get 1 Free Magazine

Magazine Distribution Area in San Diego and Riverside Counties

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I get Get 1 Free Magazine?
We mail Get 1 Free Magazine to 650,000 homes in San Diego County, 100,000 homes in Riverside County and 100,000 homes in Palm Springs each month; check your mailbox!

When does Get 1 Free Magazine come out?
The first 1st and the 15th of each month. Zones ending in "A" are mailed on the 1st of each month. Zones ending in "B" are mailed on the 15th of each month.

How many people read Get 1 Free Magazine?
Over 1,000,000 San Diego, Riverside and Palm Springs consumers read Get 1 Free Magazine every month. They receive the beautiful, full-color magazine via direct mail, and immediately take advantage of the best offers from top local companies.

Why do companies give away something free instead of a discount?
Most consumers prefer getting something free as opposed to a discount. Gift with purchase advertising is not perceived as "discounting". Very high-end cosmetics for example, have been marketed by giving away free gifts for generations. And who doesn't recall Southwest Airlines' popular "Friends fly Free" promotion?

By offering a gift with purchase, you can control your average ticket, and preserve the value of your product or service, as opposed to offering a percentage off. Getting something free is a great motivator when trying to redirect a loyal customer of a competitor!

Distribution Info:

Get 1 Free Magazine is delivered monthly to over 650,000 homes in San Diego County, 100,000 homes in Riverside County and 100,000 homes in Palm Springs. Each magazine is targeted to local geographic areas.

Zone SD01-A: UTC, La Jolla, N. Pacific Beach, Bay Park, Clairemont. Circulation: 50,000

Zone SD02-A: Clairemont, Linda Vista, Serra Mesa, Tierrasanta, Kearny Mesa, Mission Valley. Circulation: 50,000

Zone SD03-A: Alpine, Casa de Oro, El Cajon, Jamul, Mt. Helix, Rachno San Diego, Spring Valley. Circulation: 50,000

Zone SD04-A: Rancho Bernardo, Poway, Scripps Ranch, 4-S Ranch. Circulation: 50,000

Zone SD06-A: Escondido, Valley Center. Circulation: 50,000

Zone SD07-A: Chula Vista, Bonita, Eastlake, Nestor. Circulation: 50,000

Zone SD08-B: Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Carlsbad, Encinitas, Solana Beach. Circulation: 50,000

Zone SD09-B: Point Loma, Old Town, Downtown, Coronado, Hillcrest, Kensington. Circulation: 50,000

Zone SD10-B: Allied Gardens, Del Cerro, La Mesa, San Carlos. Circulation: 50,000

Zone SD11-B: Santee, Lakeside, Blossom Valley. Circulation: 50,000

Zone SD12-A: Oceanside. Circulation: 50,000

Zone SD13-B: Vista, San Marcos, Fallbrook, Bonsall. Circulation: 50,000

Zone SD15-B: Del Mar, Mira Mesa, Rancho Santa Fe, Rancho Penasquitos, San Diego, Sorrento Valley. Circulation: 50,000

Zone RV01-A: Temecula, Hemet. Circulation: 50,000

Zone RV02-B: Murrieta, Wildomar, Winchester. Circulation: 50,000

Zone RV08-B: Cathedral City, Desert Hot Springs, Palm Springs, Rancho Mirage. Circulation: 50,000

Zone RV10-A: Thousand Palms, Indio, La Quinta, Indian Wells, Palm Desert. Circulation: 50,000

That's over 850,000 households! Direct mail distribution targeting high-income, owner-occupied homes with children.

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