The only online video guide to Andalucia – the facts

Solchannel is the first and only online video guide to Andalucia. Now in its third year, Solchannel is a pioneer in online audiovisual guides and its innovative concept has been recognised by the Andalucian regional government who presented Solchannel with the Award for Innovation at the Costa del Sol Business Awards in 2008.

The Solchannel website receives over 50,000 visits per month with traffic mainly comprised of Northern Europeans (70% from the UK). Many other websites are Solchannel associates and incorporate our content by means of embedded media. Solchannel also works directly with a number of popular and prestigious websites in producing content for joint usage.

Solchannel – the content

Solchannel is a ‘live’ website and as such, is constantly evolving. New content – online videos, news and events, and extra information – is added frequently. Regularly changing content on this dynamic website includes weekly weather forecasts for Andalucia filmed on location, regular free newsletters for subscribers, monthly magazine bulletins and additions to the information channels.

New web videos are continually being added to the main Solchannel sections: Area Guides (bite-sized appetisers of the main destinations in Andalucia), Hotels in Andalucia, Lifestyle, Golf (guide to golf courses on the Costa del Sol), Real Estate (property investment in southern Spain) and Expat Life (a guide to those planning to move to Spain). All content is independent and provided by local experts from different nationalities all with insider knowledge about the region of Andalucia.

Solchannel – the business

Solchannel offers an innovative business concept for any company with a business interest in Andalucia including the Costa del Sol, Granada, Malaga and Seville. Depending on your marketing strategy, budget and requirements, Solchannel offers two promotional channels for advertisers.

Video production – Today’s fastest-growing viewing platform, online video provides a unique marketing opportunity. By means of a video production of your company or product, you have access to the Solchannel viewing platform. This platform with traffic in excess of 50,000 visitors a month offers a unique showcase for your video, which will be seen Solchannel’s audience as well as visitors to your own site.

If your business is concerned with anything of interest to a visitor or relocator to Andalucia, Solchannel offers the ideal video production service and viewing platform. A high-quality video production displayed on Solchannel means your business is taken into the homes and workplaces of thousands of potential clients, all with one thing in common – an interest in Andalucia.

Examples of businesses already benefiting from the Solchannel video concept include hotels, property and real estate, restaurants, financial and insurance services for residents, golf courses and health and well-being services for visitors and/or residents.
Shorter videos in the form of an ad or commercial are also available. The commercial is broadcast in the most relevant section at the start of our most popular online videos. The ad is also shown on the videos embedded in our associate websites, offering even wider marketing possibilities.

Like the sound of the benefits behind featuring your business on video on Solchannel? Contact us now to discuss your requirements and budget.

Banners & links– As an alternative to the Solchannel video production and platform, you may wish to consider contracting a banner or link to your company on the Solchannel site. Banners and links are incorporated into the Solchannel section that is most pertinent to your business activity. This means you still benefit from Solchannel’s wide audience (and targeted to your business).

Audiovisual content for banners and links can be highly creative and engaging, and best of all, a promotional banner and/or link is not nearly as expensive as you might think. Interested? Contact us for further information and our discount rates.