YHAI President Dr. Saxena

President of YHA India Travels to Promote Peace and the HI Philosophy

By Stephen on May 24, 2012   |   General   |   One Comment

The President of YHA India Dr. Harish K. Saxena leaves on his 80-day backpack trip across Europe and Asia to promote peace and the HI philosophy of peace and International understanding.

Port Stephens

Beyond Sydney: Aussie Beaches, Bushland and Countryside

By guest blogger on May 21, 2012   |   Hostels, Inspire Me, Travel   |   No Comments

From big cities to the outback and subtropical rainforest – Australia combines surf beaches, rugged bushland, quaint country side, rainforests and all the colours of the outback. Here are just a handful of unique destinations within 3 hours from Sydney.

Egypt - The Sphinx

How to Get Internet in Egypt

By guest blogger on May 15, 2012   |   Destinations, Tips   |   No Comments

As fun and exhilarating as traveling is, there are an infinite number of things that will make you upset and uncomfortable. Travel will help you master your reaction to your environment.

Buxh Foods & Medicine Demon

Explore the Original Australia!

By guest blogger on May 10, 2012   |   Inspire Me, Things to do, Travel   |   No Comments

When thinking about Australia, what do you think about? Barbeques, blond surfers, golden beaches and kangaroos? Of course there is all this to explore on your travels, but there is also another living Australian culture to explore, one with thousands of years of culture and forms the very fabric of the continent.

Basilique du Sacré-Coeur, Montmartre © Paris Tourist Office - Photographe Amélie Dupont

10 FREE things to do in Paris!

By Stephen on May 08, 2012   |   Destinations, Hostels, Inspire Me, Things to do   |   3 Comments

Your dream is to spend a couple days in Paris but you think the city is very expensive? There are many free activities in the capital of France and here are a great selection of 10 FREE things to do in the beautiful city of Paris!

Egmond hostel interior

Stayokay Egmond Hostel Receives Remarkable Makeover

By Stephen on May 01, 2012   |   Hostelling, Hostels, Inspire Me, Sustainability   |   No Comments

Earlier this month Stayokay Egmond reopened its doors to its first new guests following a major refurbishment. Egmond is a sustainable, family-friendly hostel providing every conceivable modern amenity for a comfortable night’s stay. Find out all about this fantastic new hostel here!

Great Barrier Reef diving

Diving in the Great Barrier Reef

By Stephen on Apr 27, 2012   |   Destinations, General, Inspire Me, Things to do   |   No Comments

The Great Barrier Reef is one of Australia’s most iconic landmarks, so you can only imagine my excitement to go diving there. It is an entirely different world, one which I will definitely be hoping to explore again one day soon!

Idrija (Author-Samo Trebižan)

Sustainable Destinations in Slovenia Receive EU Boost

By Stephen on Apr 24, 2012   |   Awards, Destinations, Sustainability, Travel   |   No Comments

The purpose of ‘European Destinations of ExcelleNce’ (EDEN) is to showcase what Europe has to offer, unique destinations that, until now, have been relatively undiscovered. Find out these great destinations in the beautiful country of Slovenia.

Cartel Oficial Fiestas Primaverales  del Ayuntamiento de Sevilla 2012

Feria de Abril en Sevilla

By Stephen on Apr 20, 2012   |   Activities, Events, Things to do   |   No Comments

From Tuesday the 24th until Sunday the 29th of April, the Feria de Abril will take place, starting with the inauguration at night with the ‘pescaíto’ (fried fish)! Join in the celebrations with one of the most famous festivals in Spain.

Surf Craig from GetWet surf School

Take Time Out in Oz

By Stephen on Apr 12, 2012   |   Activities, Destinations, Things to do   |   No Comments

German twins Bene and Vince Eninger (both 22) are part of the ‘take time out in Oz’ trend and who can blame them … Australia is, quite simply, the ultimate escape!