On 17th of April 2013 HI Iceland opened new Loft Hostel in the centre of Reykjavik.
New hostel opens in Reykjavík!
Trip to Apollo Bay Eco YHA
Melinda from the Southern Region of Australia headed to Apollo Bay Eco YHA for the first time, she had heard great things about it…and was not disappointed.
Top 10 Reasons to Stay in a Hostel
Do you want to experience new countries and cities around the world but not worry about the cost of your accommodation?
Why not try staying in a hostel?
Germany reaches out to young travellers with its campaign: Share the moment
Germany for young people – vibrant, fashionable, innovative
Are We Losing Touch With the Countryside?
One in four of us have never been to a river and one in 10 couldn’t identify a badger, according to new research from the youth hostelling charity YHA (England and Wales).
Eurovision 2013 – The perfect excuse for a groups getaway
It’s one of the most-watched television events in the world. And this year an estimated 125 million people from throughout Europe will be tuning in on May 18 to support the singing sensation from their country.
Weekend in Amsterdam
Chances are you have heard one or two things about Amsterdam already! A liberal city full of juxtapositions, this is a place that you just have to see for yourself to fully understand its quirks! I thought I would share some of my highlights from the weekend that show a different side to The Dam…
The Best Party Breaks
Are you planning to party your way through the summer and rave whilst feeling the sand between your toes? If the answer is yes, then read on. Hostelling International has some of the best beach parties’ locations, where clothing is just optional, music is compulsory and fun is all part of the plan.
Lovely Slovenia
Slovenia, which offers a wide variety of activities to suit travellers of all ages, is a great destination to visit at any season of the year. Here are some of the wonderful offers Hostelling International members can enjoy, where they will welcome you and give you a special discount on their regular offer.
Five best Expat Bars in Paris
Paris has one of the largest populations of English-speaking transplants around. Many are travellers tired of their home country, professionals placed there by their company, or creatives who have been coming to Paris and seeking inspiration since the literary and artistic migration of the Lost Generation in the early 1900s. And with enough history to spend a lifetime exploring, it’s energetic culture, and decadent nightlife, it’s no wonder why they stay.
Why Backpackers Love Colombia
When talking with other travellers in South America about the best country they have visited, I have found that the answer is almost always Colombia. The recent slogan that has appeared in Colombian tourism advertising, “the only risk is wanting to stay”, couldn’t be more accurate, however the news that it is a favourite with backpackers still comes as a surprise to a lot of people. So why so much love for Colombia?
