Yes we’re talking about Valentine’s Day already; when you’re single, it pays to be prepared. Don’t let this enforced romantic ritual get you down; here are our suggestions for the best ways to avoid the reek of romance…Yes we’re talking
Swiss Youth Hostel Association, a member of Hostelling International’s network, has teamed up with the Denk an mich Foundation to make Swiss hostels accessible to everyone enabling enhanced travel experiences to all travellers regardless of disability.Swiss Youth Hostel Association, a
Joyce Vos dreamed of travelling to Los Angeles for over a decade. In her guest blog for HI, she tells us what it was like to finally arrive in this eclectic and breathtaking city in the USA.Joyce Vos dreamed of
Hostellers Sarah and Alex tell us about their tattoos they have had to mark their travels around the world.Hostellers Sarah and Alex tell us about their tattoos they have had to mark their travels around the world.Hostellers Sarah and Alex
Escape the buzz of Copenhagen and visit Malmö located only a 30 minute train ride away. It is a great day trip to take if you want to give your wallet and your mind a rest. Escape the buzz of
The Yucatan Peninsula in Mexico is full of adventure, it’s around every corner. Whether you enjoy zip lining, snorkelling, repelling into a cave, exploring an underground river, or following your GPS to a geocache. No, I did not misspell anything,
Guest blogger Emma Neuvonen tells us about getting out of the tourist stream and experiencing what else Paris has in store.Guest blogger Emma Neuvonen tells us about getting out of the tourist stream and experiencing what else Paris has in
You don’t need a pair of Gucci sunglasses, a Burberry bikini and a private yacht to lounge on the sand and bask in the sun on an idyllic island – would you believe that you can take a HI hostel
Known as the ‘Land of the Rising Sun’ this region of Asia is an incredible and spirited place to visit – history meets futurism and tradition contrasted with forward-thinking trends.Known as the ‘Land of the Rising Sun’ this region of
The Big Blog Exchange, Hostelling International’s global blogging contest, has been named as a finalist in the 2013 World Tourism Organisation awards.
The ‘Romantic Road’ is Germany’s best known and most popular tourist route. In medieval times it used to be a trade route which connected the centre of Germany with the South. Today it covers 350km, meandering along idyllic villages and
Hostelling International is thrilled to announce that the Big Blog Exchange has won first place in the best marketing category at the British Youth Travel Awards.
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Ah, Alsace! It is usually known for the beauty of its half-timbered houses, its renowned gastronomy and its famous Christmas markets. However, it is also a cultural crossroads in the heart of Europe.Ah, Alsace! It is usually known for the
Christmas is just around the corner and here at HI we’re already thinking about the glorious food we’re going to gobble up on the day. With staff from around the world, we thought we’d share our Christmas dinner traditions with
