Ben Southall - Matisse

Best Backpackers get their Matisse on!

By guest blogger on Feb 22, 2012   |   Creative, Events, Hostels   |   No Comments

A horde of international backpackers, joined by Best Job in the World Winner and Global Ambassador for Tourism Queensland Ben Southall, unleashed their creativity to celebrate the opening of the Matisse “Drawing Life” exhibition at the Gallery of Modern Art (GoMA)

Finland Visatupa Hostel of the Year 2012

Lapland is the home of ‘Hostel of the Year in Finland 2012’

By guest blogger on Feb 20, 2012   |   Awards, Creative, Destinations, Hostels, Travel   |   No Comments

The ‘Hostel of the Year 2012′ for Finland is Visatupa! Located in the southern Sodankyla in Lapland, this is a much loved and welcoming treat for many travellers. Delicious food, cosy atmosphere and close to nature will make this an unforgettable hostel experience.

catedral de santiago (Santiago de Compostela)

Santiago de Compostela Attractions

By Stephen on Feb 17, 2012   |   Destinations, Tips, Travel   |   No Comments

Santiago de Compostela is in the province of La Coruna, and the capital of Galicia. The old centre of town has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site. If you’re looking to visit this beautiful town, then here are some places to visit and attractions to see while you are there.

Maribor 2 (Author - Matej Vraniƒ), www.slovenia.info

Maribor Ready for the European Capital of Culture 2012

By Stephen on Feb 14, 2012   |   Destinations, Events, Tips, Travel   |   No Comments

MARIBOR 2012 will include over 1000 events throughout the year to satisfy everyone’s various tastes and preferences as it celebrates being European Capital of Culture for 2012.

Kurent carnival figure in Ljubljana (Author-Dunja Wedam)

Kurentovanje 2012: Ethnic Heritage Connects Continents

By guest blogger on Feb 09, 2012   |   Destinations, Festivals, Travel   |   No Comments

Kurentovanje, the central Slovenian carnival will take place this year under the motto ‘Ethnic Heritage Connects Continents’. Find out all about this great festival whose main events start this weekend.

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HI Thailand, Thai and Cambodian Hostels Working Together

By Stephen on Feb 08, 2012   |   Activities, General, Hostels   |   No Comments

Representatives of HI Thailand, Thai and Cambodian hostels invited to Siem Reap, the City of Ankor Wonder, to open the first discussion on HI GMS (Greater Mekhong Sub-region) initiative and to celebrate the first anniversary of HI Siem Reap.

Discover America winners Tom and girlfriend

Experience New York City from HI-USA Winner Tom

By Stephen on Feb 06, 2012   |   Competitions, Destinations, General, Hostels, Tips, Travel   |   No Comments

Thomas Cox was the winner of HI-USA’s ‘Discover America: 7 nights at a HI-USA Hostel including a European flight to the USA!’ competition. On his return from New York City, We asked Tom if he would share with us his wonderful holiday experience in the Big Apple.

Annual Report good photo

Join the community and be a face on our 2011 Annual Report!

By Stephen on Feb 03, 2012   |   Creative, General, Hostelling   |   No Comments

We are busy producing Hostelling International’s Annual Report for 2011 and we would love our customers and staff from all over the globe to be a part of it. Send us a photo of yourself to be on our front cover for 2011!

UBC Rose Garden

Top 10 Places to Visit in Vancouver

By guest blogger on Feb 02, 2012   |   Activities, Destinations, General, Hostels, Tips, Travel   |   4 Comments

Top 10 Places to go in Vancouver has been written by Ron who works in Vancouver Central. If you visit this amazing hostel Ron will be more than happy to share with you some more of the great sights and places to visit in this beautiful city.

Cancun - Mexican Caribbean Paradise

Mexican Caribbean Paradise had to start somewhere

By guest blogger on Jan 31, 2012   |   Destinations, General, Inspire Me, Tips, Travel   |   No Comments

‘I want you to fall in love with Cancun’s blue sea but I also want you to experience Cancun’s mixture of people society and give us a try to change your idea of what the city has to offer.’ – Thank you Julian for sharing this Mexican Caribbean Paradise – Cancun.