B2B travel booking system RateHawk introduces a new digital payment option in Asia through integrations with several digital wallets offered throughout the region.
The platform now accepts payments through GCash in the Philippines, TrueMoney in Thailand, TNG in Malaysia, Dana in Indonesia, and AlipayHK for customers in China.
RateHawk chose the most popular service for each country, ensuring fast, secure, and convenient transactions tailored to local preferences throughout the region.
Besides digital wallets, the platform offers a wide range of payment options ranging from traditional credit cards, wire transfers, and cash payments at check-in, to innovative solutions such as pay-by-link and PayPal.
According to RateHawk’s regional director in APAC Erik Akhmetgaliev: “We’ve integrated digital wallets in Asia due to their outstanding popularity among both businesses and consumers. This update enhances payment flexibility, which is essential for travel professionals navigating a fast-moving market and increasingly fragmented customer preferences. At RateHawk, travel agents can easily choose the most convenient format for themselves and their clients.”
Optimising use of Asia’s leading payment method
Since 2020, digital wallets have emerged as the leading payment method in Asia, particularly within the Asia Pacific (APAC) region.
Per recent analyses, digital wallets account for nearly 70 percent of all transactions in APAC, highlighting their rapid adoption and dominance in the regional payments landscape.
Akhmetgaliev added: “The integration of digital wallets is part of our regional strategy, focused on developing local solutions and supporting Asian travel professionals in their digital transformation. As we continue to expand our presence across the APAC region, we are committed to delivering relevant solutions tailored to our partners’ needs.”
