Written by Katrina Annalise

The first issue of Venice Gulf Coast Living magazine was published in January 1998 with only ten advertisers! Publisher Christiane Francin saw the need for a magazine in the Venice area and took the leap to create this outstanding publication. Her idea was, “If it’s free, beautiful and informative, people will read it, and they will love it.” She was right. Business owners quickly got on board as they saw a quality publication spotlighting the area, drawing attention to their town and their businesses.





I am extremely impressed, says Collin “Rusty” Cleary, (former owner - January 1999) of the Landmark Restaurant. Venice Gulf Coast Living Magazine has exceeded all my expectations. The staff at the magazine, being so very professional, upbeat, and positive, has done an incredible job. From day one, the magazine has taken off at warp speed and has never looked back! 

You won’t find any bad news in this publication, just the good things life has to offer. Chris explains, “At the end of the day, I want people to take this magazine, sit by the pool or in a comfortable chair in their home, and say, “Aah…yes, this feels good, just the good stuff about why I live in paradise.”

Venice Gulf Coast Living has grown from 24 pages to 96 pages, and has never fallen below the finest level of quality. Being honored with the “Business of the Year" award from the Venice Area Chamber of Commerce, and the notable ADDY award from the Advertising Federation of the Suncoast for the “Best Cover,” this award-winning magazine reaches readers from Sarasota to Port Charlotte, and throughout the nation.


Over the past nine years, Gulf Coast Living has evolved into a multi-media business offering magazine, television, radio and internet advertising. They also offer complete graphic design services. The dedicated staff does their utmost to market businesses in a professional and proficient manner.

“Our website is not a duplication of our print publication. In many ways, it is a totally brand new online magazine! If you like our site, you’ll love our glossy magazine,” says Chris. And if you don’t live in paradise, after reading one issue, you’ll be here soon!  

There is so much more… Gulf Coast Living is for people who live, work and play in paradise!© Enjoy your tour of the website and look for the print magazine or subscribe. It’s gonna make you smile!

     
 

 


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