Project Proposal: CycladesGreece.com – The Ultimate Travel & Business Ecosystem for the Cyclades

Executive Summary

CycladesGreece.com aims to become the leading online platform for travel, tourism, and business visibility across the Cycladic islands. It is a location-specific directory and booking hub that connects tourists, locals, and business owners under one sleek, SEO-optimized, and mobile-first platform. From hotels and car rentals to local experiences and services, the platform serves both B2C and B2B needs—bridging the gap in digital presence for businesses in remote areas of Greece.

Problem Statement

Despite the global popularity of the Cyclades, most small businesses in the islands lack digital presence or struggle with outdated, non-optimized websites. Tourists are often overwhelmed with scattered information, poor booking experiences, and limited trust signals. At the same time, business owners lose revenue due to lack of visibility, outdated tools, and language barriers.

Solution

CycladesGreece.com offers:

• Business Directory Pages (by island & category)
• SEO-optimized Listings for hotels, villas, experiences, rentals, and services
• Direct Booking Integrations with Apple Pay, Stripe, and Channel Managers
• Business Owner Dashboard to manage profiles, availability, and performance
• Editorial SEO Blog promoting hidden gems and local guides
• Multilingual Support, starting with Greek and English
• Real-time Availability for accommodations, tours, and transportation

Target Market

• Tourists planning trips to the Cyclades from EU, US, and beyond
• Small & Medium Businesses across Sifnos, Milos, Paros, Serifos, and more
• Travel Planners & Agencies looking to partner or list packages
• Locals offering private rentals, transfers, or unique experiences

Monetization Strategy

1. Subscription Packages for Business Listings (Free, Basic, Premium)
2. Commission-based Bookings via direct checkout or partner APIs
3. Sponsored Listings & Ads (Google Ad Manager Integration)
4. Affiliate Revenues from strategic travel partners
5. Premium Content & SEO Services for businesses (optional upsell)

Funding Requirements

We are seeking €8000 in post-seed funding to:

• Complete MVP development (React + Next.js / Supabase / Stripe)
• Launch & onboard initial 300 businesses
• Execute SEO and content strategy for initial 5 islands
• Run multilingual performance marketing campaigns
• Build mobile app integration (Phase 2)

Vision

CycladesGreece.com will become the go-to travel gateway for island tourism and commerce. Within 24 months, we aim to scale the model to all Aegean islands and replicate the structure to other Mediterranean locations.