The future of travel payments is here!
In a major step towards crypto adoption in the travel industry, Skyscanner has teamed up with Travala to introduce crypto payments for hotel bookings. As of September 5, 2024, travelers can book over 2.2 million hotels in 230 countries using more than 100 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin and Ethereum.
Cryptocurrency in Travel Payments
The partnership brings Travala’s crypto-native platform to Skyscanner’s vast user base of over 110 million monthly visitors. This integration positions Travala alongside industry giants like Expedia and Booking.com, while normalizing cryptocurrency as a secure and fast payment method for travel.
Loyalty Rewards and Crypto Adoption
Travala’s AVA Smart Program offers users crypto rewards, adding an extra incentive to choose crypto payments. This collaboration is not just about convenience—it pushes the travel industry further into the crypto adoption sphere, making it easier for everyday consumers to experience the benefits of digital currencies.
A Step Towards Mainstream Crypto Use
As the travel industry continues to recover, this partnership signals the growing acceptance of cryptocurrencies in commerce. The Skyscanner-Travala collaboration is likely to pave the way for broader crypto adoption across various sectors, bringing the decentralized financial ecosystem closer to mainstream use.
