Just an observation. Although much of the accommodation was occupied in July/September, the social venues (with a couple of notable exceptions like Brouklis and Rainbow) were struggling. Local businesses get a poor rate from the tour operators compared to independent, and we know of two success stories where the owners went independent this year and had very high occupancy and a good return.
Whilst the Tour Operators may hike up prices as a result of this website, it will be their loss as people decide they can't afford to go, like some of the examples on this thread. There will always be demand for the packages - Dimitris' survey showed about half and half but helping each other to find viable cheaper alternatives that support the locals is one aspect of this forum we should use to the full.
We were told by one independent owner that the website had very little effect on their bookings. It was returners who filled their rooms this year, so that is where their efforts will go next year.
All I am hoping is that we don't have more Calypso and Whispers next year - we all need the businesses there to thrive if we want our place to stay attractive and viable. I am with Paul.d on this - don't let the Tour Operators rip us off.
Phil