Travel businesses are starting to offer cryptocurrency as a payment option. While travellers are curious about digital currencies, most remain cautious about using them.

“Cryptocurrency is increasingly being adopted as a payment option,” Dayle White, Financial Controller Treasury at the Flight Centre Travel Group, told Travel News.

“Essentially, cryptocurrency is just another form of payment that will appeal to high-nett-worth travellers that seek privacy. It also can assist travellers with avoiding currency exchange issues and foreign transaction fees.”

According to White, some of the benefits of using cryptocurrency for travel transactions included enhanced security, reduced costs compared with…