Travala taps Skyscanner to boost crypto travel with 2.2M hotels

Crypto-native travel platform Travala has partnered with Skyscanner, becoming the first cryptocurrency-focused travel service to integrate with the global travel marketplace.

This integration will allow Travala to reach Skyscanner’s 110 million monthly users and offer them the option to pay for accommodations and travel services using over 100 cryptocurrencies.

Sanja Vukik, Head of Hotels at Skyscanner, emphasised the significance of this partnership, stating, “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.”

The collaboration highlights Skyscanner’s effort to cater to a broader range of payment preferences for its users.

Travala’s CEO, Juan Otero, believes the partnership could be a pivotal moment for mainstream Web3 adoption.

“Travel marketplaces like Skyscanner are the starting point for many during the discoverability phase for travelers, and having Travala featured on one of the world’s leading travel marketplaces will encourage curiosity that guides Web2 users into the world of Web3,” Otero said.

With Skyscanner processing over 80 billion searches daily, this could lead to a significant increase in users exploring Travala's crypto-driven platform.

Unlike traditional travel services such as Booking or Expedia, Travala allows users to pay directly with cryptocurrencies and offers a unique loyalty program that rewards travelers in digital currencies instead of conventional points.

"Travala’s key point of differentiation is a wider range of payment options for travelers around the globe. On top of this, Travala has an integrated crypto-based loyalty program that offers crypto rewards instead of traditional loyalty points," added Otero.

Founded in 2017, Travala provides access to over 2.2 million properties across 230 countries and booking options for more than 600 airlines, marking a significant stride in cryptocurrency adoption within the travel industry.