Sustainability

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100% eco-sustainable hostel opening in the heart of Paris

May 30th 2013

In May 2013, we have opened our brand new Paris Pajol Hostel, situated conveniently within a five minute walking distance of the Gare du Nord and providing affordable accommodation all year round.

Mikael-Pledge

Earth Hour 2013

March 22nd 2013

Earth Hour is the largest movement celebrating human actions towards more sustainable planet and once again it’s nearly upon us. Even though our planet is currently facing various environmental issues, there is still a chance to make impossible possible and make the world we live in a better place not just for us but also for following generations.

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Sustainable Travel Survey Shows HI is Leading The Way!

September 24th 2012

The first global research undertaken through the youth hostel network shows that Hostelling International is leading the way. Check out the results from our Sustainable Travel Survey!

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Sustainability through Hostelling: Every Small Drop Counts!

July 20th 2012

Sustainability through Hostelling: ‘Every Small Drop Counts’ is a YHA China program specially designed to provide an opportunity for hostel managers to achieve a better understanding of conservation and sustainability.

Idrija (Author-Samo Trebižan)

Sustainable Destinations in Slovenia Receive EU Boost

April 24th 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.

Sydney Harbour YHA STAYWYSE Green Initiative Award

Sydney Harbour YHA Wins Green Initiative Award

September 27th 2011

Sydney Harbour YHA has won the very first STAY WYSE Green Initiative Award at the 2011 World Youth and Student Travel Conference (WYSTC) in Barcelona.

Grampians YHA Eco-Hostel

Grampians YHA Eco Hostel

August 22nd 2011

The Grampians YHA Eco Hostel in Victoria is a stylish and comfortable hostel right in the heart of the Grampians National park. The hostel is ideally located for exploring the park which is renowned for its breathtaking rocky views, stunning flora and rugged landscape.

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New HIsustainable Twitter Profile

July 22nd 2011

We are pleased to announce Hostelling International now has a sustainability profile on Twitter. This is a great platform for people who are keenly interested in sustainable tourism and works perfectly alongside our busy HI-Sustainability Facebook page.

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Sustainable Hostel Program in Israel

July 20th 2011

Our Sustainable Development Coordinator Brianda recently visited Israel to see how our sustainable hostel program is coming along. Here are some great details and photos of the fantastic efforts being made by Israel YHA and our HI hostels there.