Swiss Youth Hostels are committed to sustainability. By sustainability we understand consideration of social and ethical matters as a whole, such as the reasonable use of resources. Our sustainability strategy is characterised by its long-term and consistent implementation. In all
Great accommodation is just as much a part of an exciting trip as the destination itself. Here is a selection of five unusual HI Youth Hostels. An abbey in the Périgord region The Cistercian Abbey of Cadouin (12th century) is
As April begins, here at Hostelling International we continue to celebrate the 2017 UN Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development by running our 10-month campaign showcasing the 10 different and interrelated areas of sustainable hostelling. In March we celebrated ‘Our Nature
Be a Game-changer! Take part in this year’s Earth Hour campaign on Saturday 25 March 2017. Wherever you are, in a hostel or at home, you too can show your commitment to the cause and bring your contribution! What is Earth Hour?
Another month, another area! As you may already know, Hostelling International is celebrating the UN Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development by running a 10-month campaign showcasing projects and practices in our HI Hostels around the globe. In February we have
In case you’ve missed the news, we are celebrating the UN Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development by running a 10-month campaign showcasing projects and practices in our HI Hostels around the globe. We have kicked off the campaign with this topic:
Hostelling International partners with SANDEMANs NEW Europe to offer you the real hostel experience! Save 25% on city walking tours [vc_accordion][vc_accordion collapse=”yes”][vc_accordion_tab title=”AMSTERDAM – the Venice of the North” icon=””] Even though not as famous as the Italian city, with 65
It’s winter in Europe, and with winter comes the time to hit the snowy slopes of the French mountains. Stay at French HI hostels in the heart of the Alps, in Jura or Massif Central, and get high on fresh
Popular tradition, musical parades, eye-catching floats and bright, vibrant colours… This is carnival! Popular in both Europe and South America, carnivals are inherited from pagan festivals related to the cycle of the seasons. Take a look at 3 of the
Some great events are happening this winter near our great HI Niagara Falls Hostel in Canada. A fabulous region, also offering great opportunities when the weather isn’t that cold. Vineyards, especially the Ice Wine Festival at the end of January:
Tourism is becoming one of the main engines of economy, making a big impact in all societies and countries. Because of that, the United Nations 70th Assembly has designated 2017 as the International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development. Using
Festivals are some of the most exciting, engaging and all immersive experiences out there for music, arts and culture lovers. Small local festivals and big, world-renowned festivals entice people to hop in a car, train or plane and travel to
We celebrate the UN Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development…because it’s our mission (since 1932)! The UN has declared 2017 International Year of Sustainable Tourism for Development. Our reaction when we heard about it: We were not going to miss
In many ways, the music festival is the ultimate party: sun, friends, music, dancing – all the best things in life. Australians love a good music festival and no trip down under is complete without a weekend road trip to
The 2016 HI Sustainability Fund Competition has been very exciting, with serious candidates showing the depth of their commitment to sustainability. The general public, our sustainability coordinators and a panel of international jury, have voted and we are pleased to
