The global economy is becoming increasingly digital, and it's no surprise that cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology are starting to have an impact on the travel industry. Many travel agencies now accept Bitcoin (BTC) and other digital currencies as payment, with some even providing discounts to customers who pay in cryptocurrency. Here is a list of popular travel booking platforms that take BTC, as well as embrace blockchain technology.
The decentralized exchange aggregator 1inch Network on Thursday announced a partnership with the travel booking platform Travala.com, which will allow users to pay for their hotel bookings with cryptocurrency. Users of Travala.com can now use their favorite cryptocurrency to purchase millions of goods thanks to this collaboration. This decision is expected to boost crypto adoption and foster innovation in the travel industry.
The integration with Travala.com will allow 1INCH token holders to book over 2.2 million hotels and residences, 600+ airlines, and 400K+ activities in 230 countries. This is a huge step forward for the 1INCH Network, which will now be able to offer its services to a wider range of users.
Travala.com is a supporter of cryptocurrency adoption, taking payment in over 50 different cryptocurrencies, including BTC, Ether (ETH), Tether (USDT), Shiba Inu (SHIB), and now 1inch.
TravelX, a new firm, recently received $10 million in seed financing to create a blockchain-based distribution network for travel. Juan Pablo Lafosse, the former CEO and creator of Almundo, launched the Miami-based business last year.He believes that blockchain technology will provide businesses with additional distribution alternatives as well as help them to deal with stock more effectively in a
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