Take Time Out in Oz
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!
Italian Hostels Get Creative with the Osthello Musica Project
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!
Barcelona Hostel Pere Tarres Expands to 320 Beds!
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!
Top Green Hostels in Australia
There are many examples of ‘green’ YHA hostels in Australia, including the Grampians in Victoria, Port Douglas in north Queensland and in the Blue Mountains in New South Wales. Here is a small sample of some of our top eco-conscious hostels.
Erik’s Tour #2: Capilano Canyon and City
Erik Graff created the Capilano Canyon & City Tour five years after developing his Lynn Canyon Tour in 1995 and it has become just as popular! Find out what treats await you with a tour that is never cancelled come rain or shine.
My 5 Favourite Day Hikes in Banff National Park
If you’re a backpacker looking for something free to do in Banff National Park, hiking is the perfect answer. All you really need is some good shoes, food, and water and you’re good to go!
Earth Hour 2012
Earth Hour 2012 is at 8.30pm, Saturday 31 March and is the time to celebrate your action for the planet with the people of the world by switching off your lights for an hour, and then go beyond the hour! Here are some of the things happening within the HI network of Associations and hostels.
10 free things to do in Tokyo
Tokyo’s reputation of being one of the most expensive cities in the world can be a little discouraging if you’re on a budget. Fear not, here are 10 free (or cheap) things to do Tokyo to help ease your travel expenses.
Cameras and Cookies at Reykjavik Downtown Hostel
Before heading out to see beautiful Iceland, come learn about the best settings for taking pictures of gysers, waterfalls, northern lights, and landscapes. You have come all the way to Iceland, why not spend about an hour or so learning how to get the most out of any camera!
Erik’s Tour: Lynn Canyon and Vancouver City
The Lynn Canyon and Vancouver City tour first started in 1995 when Erik Graff volunteered to show visitors the attractions of Vancouver City and surrounding nature. 15,500 visitors later, this is still the best value tour Vancouver has to offer!
