Antravia Research Publishes Studies on Travel Finance: Virtual Credit Cards and FX Strategy

Antravia Advisory has published two major research papers, Virtual Credit Cards in Travel and Beyond FX Fees: Currency Strategy for Travel Agencies and Hotels.

By: Antravia Advisory

NEW YORK - Aug. 16, 2025 - PRLog -- Antravia Advisory, a financial consultancy specializing in the travel and hospitality industry, today announced the publication of two major research papers addressing critical gaps in travel finance: Virtual Credit Cards in Travel and Beyond FX Fees: Currency Strategy for Travel Agencies and Hotels.

The research, freely available for download at www.antravia.com, provides in-depth analysis of how travel companies can navigate complex payment and currency challenges in 2025 and beyond.

"Travel businesses often underestimate the financial risks tied to payments and currency," said Mary Lee, Founder of Antravia Advisory. "Our research shows that issues like card rejection at hotel check-in, breakage from failed transactions, and unmanaged FX exposure can significantly erode margins. These are solvable problems when businesses treat finance as a strategic driver, not just back-office work."

Key Findings from the Research

• Virtual Credit Cards (VCCs): Antravia's research highlights structural issues around issuance, breakage, and charge failures, particularly when bookings are made months in advance and currency values shift.

• FX Strategy: The Beyond FX Fees paper demonstrates how travel agencies and hotels can strengthen profitability through hedging, booking-level FX analysis, and better use of data in managing opposing flows.

• Global Adoption: Both papers also examine trends in the U.S., Europe, and emerging markets, showing how regulatory changes and payment innovation are reshaping the landscape for 2025.

Industry Relevance

The research is particularly timely given the acceleration of global travel recovery and the rising complexity of cross-border payments. With travel agents, DMCs, and hotels under pressure to improve margins, Antravia's work is designed as a practical resource for decision-makers.

About Antravia Advisory

Antravia Advisory is a U.S.-based financial consultancy focused on the travel and hospitality sector. The firm partners with travel agents, hotels, and tour operators worldwide to strengthen accounting foundations, manage currency exposure, and improve long-term profitability. In addition to consultancy work, Antravia Research publishes original white papers and industry insights to support the wider travel community.

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Antravia Advisory
Email: info@antravia.com
Website: https://www.antravia.com

Contact
Mary Lee, Antravia Advisory
mary@antravia.com

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https://antravia.com/press