Good news is on the horizon for cryptocurrency enthusiasts who like to travel cheaply. After all, a partnership between the travel website Skyscanner and the cryptocurrency-focused platform Travala has been announced, allowing crypto holders to now book hotel stays with cryptocurrencies.
Representatives from both companies expressed great enthusiasm for the possibilities that this collaboration could bring to the travel sector.
Travala’s CEO, Juan Otero, shared his enthusiasm, saying:
“Showcasing Travala.com in one of the world’s most popular travel markets demonstrates the usefulness of cryptocurrencies. What’s more, we show that they are an option available from the moment travelers make their first search.”
Similarly, Sanja Vukik, director of hotels at Skyscanner, highlighted the positive impact of the collaboration:
“By integrating Skyscanner’s leading search capabilities with Travala.com’s native cryptocurrency platform, we make travel planning more accessible and flexible. Especially for the growing number of travelers who prefer alternative methods.”
This collaboration is sure to excite crypto investors, as it improves the accessibility and economy of travel markets. What’s more, the partnership could popularize cryptocurrencies in Europe, where Skyscanner, as we know, is a benchmark for affordable travel.
What is Skyscanner?
Skyscanner is one of Europe’s most popular search aggregators and travel agencies. Founded in 2003 in Edinburgh, Scotland, it allows customers to compare prices for flights, hotels and car rental from various providers.
Its platform is known above all for its user-friendly interface and its efficiency in offering a wide range of promotions.
What is Travala.com?
Created in 2017, Travala.com is a blockchain-based travel platform and holds its native cryptocurrency, Avalanche (AVAX). Customers can then book accommodation in more than 2.2 million hotels, as well as activities, excursions and flights, using cryptocurrencies.
Payment options include credit and debit cards, Avalanche, Tether, Cardano, Bitcoin, Dogecoin, Ethereum, Solana, and 128 other cryptocurrencies.
The Partnership
The collaboration between Skyscanner and Travala, in a nutshell, is innovative. Skyscanner’s efficient search engine, combined with Travala’s multiple payment options, creates a new decentralized way of purchasing travel products.
With 100 million monthly users worldwide, Skyscanner’s partnership with Travala therefore increases the value of its services. By expanding payment possibilities and including cryptocurrencies, the company could eventually become even more attractive to digital nomads and crypto investors looking to travel cheaply.
How Crypto Investors Can Benefit
This collaboration, above all, offers crypto investors access to more economical travel offers. In addition, this partnership, in principle, could set a new trend in the travel industry. Not only does it increase the visibility of cryptocurrencies, but it also popularizes the use of digital assets for common payments.
