GetLocals, a leading online marketplace for travel experiences in Eastern Europe, announced a new partnership with Klarna, the global digital bank and flexible payments provider. Starting in mid-January, customers booking tours and experiences through GetLocals will have access to Klarna's payment options, including Pay in Full, Pay in 30 Days, Pay in 3 interest-free instalments, and financing plans. This collaboration aims to offer greater flexibility and convenience, catering to the growing demand for unique travel experiences backed by intuitive digital payment systems.
The partnership underscores GetLocals' commitment to customer-centric innovation, as stated by CEO Stefan Hendrick: "At GetLocals, we put the needs and a convenient booking experience of our customers at the center of everything we do. By leveraging our digital capabilities and partnering with Klarna we can now offer greater choice and flexibility in how customers pay for their experiences." Co-founder Irina Enii added, "This partnership makes clear the growing global demand for greater flexibility and control when booking travel experiences. With a single integration, GetLocals is now bringing Klarna to travellers across 15 countries—providing a smoother, smarter booking experience."
The integration is particularly significant for younger travelers, as 51% of those booking cultural, historic, and local tour experiences last year were Gen Z or Millennials. These digital-native travelers often prefer online booking and may be cash-constrained, making features like reserve now and pay later attractive. GetLocals operates in 15 countries across Eastern Europe, offering tours from local experts and exclusive access to attractions. Customers can explore experiences such as GetLocals Moldova Tours, GetLocals Tallinn Tours, GetLocals Bucharest Tours, GetLocals Moscow Tours, and GetLocals St Petersburg Tours, as well as through Moldova-Tours.com.
By integrating Klarna's payment solutions, GetLocals enhances its ability to meet the needs of modern travelers, providing greater transparency and control. This move aligns with the trend of digital payment adoption in the travel industry, ensuring customers can book their desired experiences without upfront financial strain.
