KuCoin Pay and Umy Partner to Bring Crypto-Powered Travel to Life

KuCoin, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, announced on Monday, August 18th, that its payment arm, KuCoin Pay, has entered into a strategic partnership with Umy, an innovative Web3 travel and lifestyle platform. 

In a press release shared with Crypowisser, KuCoin said this partnership aims to make travel more open, efficient, and rewarding by integrating secure, seamless cryptocurrency payments into Umy’s global travel booking ecosystem.

Through this integration, KuCoin users can now effortlessly book hotels, reserve flights, and access lifestyle services on Umy — all while paying with digital assets. Supporting over 50 cryptocurrencies, including KCS, USDT, USDC, and BTC, KuCoin Pay empowers travelers to enjoy frictionless transactions without the need for currency exchange or additional banking intermediaries.

While commenting on this partnership, Kumiko Ho, Head of Payment Business at KuCoin, said, 

“At KuCoin Pay, our mission is to bridge crypto with everyday life, and travel is one of the most exciting frontiers. Our partnership with Umy allows users to unlock real-world experiences directly with their digital assets, offering more freedom, convenience, and value in every journey.”

Alex Lee, Umy CEO, added that, 

“Umy is committed to making travel and lifestyle services accessible in the Web3 era. By partnering with KuCoin Pay, we’re enabling travelers to seamlessly use their crypto assets for bookings, making the experience more efficient, borderless, and rewarding.”

To celebrate this partnership, KuCoin Pay and Umy are offering an exclusive limited-time promotion for KuCoin users until September 1, 2025. Users can get $20 off every $200 spent on hotels, flights, and more.

KuCoin Pay is a pioneering merchant payment solution that drives business growth by integrating cryptocurrency payments into retail ecosystems. Supporting over 50 cryptocurrencies, including KCS, USDT, USDC, and BTC, KuCoin Pay enables seamless transactions for both online and in-store purchases globally.

Meanwhile, Umy is an innovative Web3 global travel and lifestyle platform offering hotel bookings, flight reservations, and cryptocurrency payment solutions. Its mission is to connect on-chain digital assets with real-world experiences, making it effortless to travel, shop, and live using crypto in everyday life.