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Traders across the U.S. and EU can now buy Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and hundreds of cryptocurrencies using their PayPal account, powered by MoonPay.
Travala, a crypto-native travel booking platform, has partnered with Skyscanner, accessing its 110M monthly users to book over 2.2M hotels across 230+ countries, using more than 100 cryptocurrencies.
Why it matters: Travala is directly targeting mainstream users, normalizing the use of cryptocurrencies for everyday transactions. It also fuels crypto tourism by focusing on crypto events and conference attendees with ease of payment and additional rewards.
“By integrating Skyscanner’s market-leading search capabilities with Travala.com’s crypto-native platform, we’re making travel planning more accessible and flexible for the growing number of travelers who prefer alternative payment methods.”
Sanja Vukik, Head of Hotels at Skyscanner
Stepping back: In 2023, metasearch engine Kayak partnered with Travala, allowing users to book over 2M properties and 600 airlines using cryptocurrencies. Before that, Travala connected directly to airlines through the NDC standard, offering competitive pricing by bypassing global distribution systems.
The Big Picture: The partnership gives Travala access to Skyscanner's massive user base, potentially attracting a large number of new customers and increasing its market share. It is also a step towards greater financial inclusion in the travel sector.
