AIP-486: Powered by ApeCoin, unlocking Web3 travel solutions for the community & Apes Swing into Lisbon Event

PROPOSAL DESCRIPTION

Sleap.io (MBA License #00457) is the first on-chain hotel booking platform with access to over 350,000 hotels globally which is expanding to 1,000,000 hotels in upcoming months.

As one of the official and community promotion partners for ApeFest 2024, BAYC, and ApeCoin MarComms, we are excited to extend the same community benefits to the ApeCoin community. We accept over 250 cryptocurrencies, including $Apecoin, along with traditional payment methods. As we innovate and grow, we aim to lead the Web3 travel industry.

We believe that the growth of Web3 brands relies on community building, which is why we have hosted multiple Web3 cultural events. With the development of ApeChain, we plan to offer the ApeCoin community exclusive discounts and innovative Web3 travel booking services, integrating ApeChain as a payment option.

During ApeFest, we will host the “Apes Swing into Lisbon” event, in collaboration with various Web3 communities and MBA brands! Join Sleap.io, Apecoin MarComms, Boredin, and Clavi for an electrifying evening as we kick off ApeFest.

We have arranged a stunning event venue in Lisbon, featuring both indoor and outdoor spaces. The event will include a DJ, drinks, and digital LCD screen displays. In partnership with ApeCoin MarComms, we will showcase the works and PFPs & IPs of various community creators on seven screens, including creations from BAYC, ApeCoin, ThankApe, ApeChain content, Mocaverse, and JRNY. This will give participants an unforgettable experience, kicking off the ApeCoin cultural journey.

Event: Apes Swing into Lisbon Date: 17 October 2024 Time: 18:00 - 00:00 (6 hours) Location: Poolside Lisbon Address: R. Acácio de Paiva 19 21, 1700-003 Lisboa, Portugal Guests: 250

What to Expect:

Join Sleap.io, ApeCoin MarComms, BoredIn, and Clavi for an electrifying evening as we kick off ApeFest.

This exclusive event marks the beginning of an unforgettable weekend at ApeFest.

Dive into the heart of Web3 culture at Poolside, Lisbon’s premier hub for all things blockchain and digital innovation.

What to Expect:

• Elevated Beats: Enjoy music from our handpicked DJ, setting the perfect vibe.
• Food and Drinks: Enjoy complimentary drinks and gourmet finger foods.
• MBA Companies: Explore a variety of MBA brands’ products and activations.
• Visuals: 7 NFT screens displaying Apes, ApeChain content, MBA products, and art, including creations from ApeCoin, ThankApe, Mocaverse, and JRNY.
• Networking: Meet and connect with fellow holders in the Ape community to create lasting memories.

Embrace this chance to celebrate the beginning of ApeFest in a setting that embodies the future of connectivity and digital experiences.

BENEFIT TO APECOIN ECOSYSTEM

The benefits to the ApeCoin ecosystem for ApeCoin DAO and ApeChain include:

1. Increased Utility and Adoption:

   • Integrating ApeChain into platforms like Sleap.io 4 expands ApeCoin’s use cases, encouraging real-world transactions such as hotel bookings.

2. Enhanced Ecosystem Growth:

   • Providing unique services and benefits, like exclusive discounts and Web3 travel solutions, fosters a vibrant, engaged community, driving growth and retention.

3. Strengthened Community Engagement:

   • Hosting Web3 cultural events and offering community-driven rewards strengthen the bond within the ApeCoin community, leading to higher participation and collaboration.

4. Innovation and Market Leadership:

   • As one of the first platforms to integrate on-chain hotel booking with a wide range of payment options, collaborating with ApeChain, this pioneering approach can attract more partners and users to the ApeCoin ecosystem.

5. Improved Online Payment Solutions:

   • Improved Online Payment Solutions:By accepting ApeCoin as payment and prioritizing ApeChain in the future, online payments accept over 250 cryptocurrencies and traditional methods, improving financial inclusion and transaction flexibility.

6. Economic Benefits:

   • Increased adoption of ApeCoin for practical uses can boost demand and potentially increase its value, benefiting all ecosystem participants.

7. Cross-Platform Integration:

   • Collaborations facilitated by ApeChain create a more interconnected and versatile ecosystem, enhancing ApeCoin’s overall utility and appeal.

8. ApeCoin holders only need to have 1 ApeCoin (max 100) to participate in our “Apes Swing into Lisbon” event at ApeFest. We will also provide 100 free tickets to the ApeCoin, Moca, and JRNY NFT communities.

9. Holders of MBA brands, BAYC, ApeCoin, Moca, and JRNY NFTs can also participate in our digital LCD IP showcase during the Open Call. Our mission is to foster greater community interaction within the ApeCoin ecosystem.

10. We will provide a booth at the event to showcase ApeChain and ApeCoin promotions, as well as display products from MBA brands.

11. We will be giving away specially designed 200+ Merchandising items, Powered by ApeCoin swag, and MBA Collaboration products to all ApeCoin users participating in the event during ApeFest. This includes items from BoredIn’s IP & MBAs newspaper, Mutant beer, and BoredTea.

12. Photography: Photography coverage during the event for ApeFest content, which will be shared with the ApeCoin DAO community.

OVERALL COST:

The total amount requested from the ApeCoin Ecosystem Fund = $45,000 USD.

Details:

1. Apes Swing into Lisbon event activations: 30K USD

• Event Venue Capacity: 250 Guests
• Staff: 2 Bartenders, Security, Hostess, DJ
• Drinks: 350 Complimentary Drinks
• Food: Gourmet Finger Foods
• Display: 7 NFT Screens and Visuals Behind the DJ
• Merchandising giveaway and MBA Product Collaboration cost
• Venue Maintenance and Cleaning Fees

2. Booth and Banner Display: 5K USD
3. Booth and Banner for ApeChain Display
4. Booth and Banner for MBA Brands
5. Booth and Banner for ApeCoin Display
6. Venue Insurance, Security, and Legal Fees: 5K USD
7. Promotional Materials and Photography Content: 5K USD

Please note that Sleap.io reserves the right to the final interpretation of the discount. Future platform updates may include optimizations of the AIP and processes. However, we remain committed to actively providing more comprehensive booking services for the community in future developments.

PROPOSAL

Link to the full proposal: (https://forum.apecoin.com/t/aip-486-powered-by-apecoin-unlocking-web3-travel-solutions-for-the-community-apes-swing-into-lisbon-event/24600)

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