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YHAI President Dr. Saxena

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

By Stephen on May 24, 2012

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.

Europe Open!

Europe Open: Win Your European Hostel Stay!

By Stephen on May 18, 2012

Europe Open – Your chance to win your European stay for free plus £200 spending money!

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

10 FREE things to do in Paris!

By Stephen on May 08, 2012

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

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

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

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

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

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!

Osthello Musica Project

Italian Hostels Get Creative with the Osthello Musica Project

By Stephen on Apr 12, 2012

The Osthello Musica project is a joint initiative between AIG Italian Youth Hostels and the Italian Department of Youth to encourage young people to develop their music skills and creativity. At these hostels you’ll find musical clinics, seminars and recording sessions with an emphasis on people having fun!

Pere Tarres YH in Barcelona Terrace

Barcelona Hostel Pere Tarres Expands to 320 Beds!

By Stephen on Apr 12, 2012

Pere Tarrés Youth Hostel in Barcelona has recently expanded making it one of the largest capacity hostels of the city! Located near the metro and with regular a regular bus service, the hostel is ideally placed for visiting all that Barcelona has to offer!