150 years ago, the Matterhorn was conquered for the first time. Today, the mountain village still has much to offer, even for travellers on a modest holiday budget.
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The best festivals in the Netherlands, 2015
The StayOkay selection of Dutch festivals this year.
What’s your Euro vision?
Some Eurovision Day thoughts at the HI office.
IOU RESPECT offer you the chance to win a life-changing cultural exchange to Paris
The real hostelling experience isn’t just about booking a bed, it’s about opening minds.
Anzac Day: a journey of self-discovery
Jono on the commemorative day which formed Australia’s and New Zealand’s identities, and how it unites travellers from all over the world.
Coast & culture: the HI Europe festival route, 2015
We’ve highlighted a few top coastal festivals to bookmark for your 2015 dose of globe-trotting.
US Festival Guide: Coachella 101
Californian local Gretchelle gives us the lowdown on this US festival favourite.
Swiss mountain bliss: Zermatt celebrates the Matterhorn
150 years ago, the Matterhorn was conquered for the first time. Today, the mountain village still has much to offer, even for travellers on a modest holiday budget.
World Water Day: why HI care
Our H2O friendly hostels, and how you can help save and celebrate the world’s most precious resource.
HI world, your world: get involved with our earth activities
Some of the ways you can get involved with celebrating sustainable travel.
HI5ive to the world’s best hostels, 2014
You – the jury – have spoken.