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European Parks You Cannot Miss

If you’re studying abroad, backpacking, or on a leisurely vacation, chances are you want to experience the destination in all its glory. Often the first places that enthused travelers are itching to check out are historical monuments, museums, clubs, bars,

New hostel opens in Reykjavik!

On 17th of April 2013 HI Iceland opened new Loft Hostel in the centre of Reykjavik.On 17th of April 2013 HI Iceland opened new Loft Hostel in the centre of Reykjavik.On 17th of April 2013 HI Iceland opened new Loft

Trip to Apollo Bay Eco YHA

Melinda from the Southern Region of Australia headed to Apollo Bay Eco YHA for the first time, she had heard great things about it…and was not disappointed.Melinda from the Southern Region of Australia headed to Apollo Bay Eco YHA for

Top 10 Reasons to Stay in a Hostel

Do you want to experience new countries and cities around the world but not worry about the cost of your accommodation?

Why not try staying in a hostel?
Do you want to experience new countries and cities around the world but

Germany reaches out to young travellers with its campaign: Share the moment

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Are We Losing Touch With the Countryside?

One in four of us have never been to a river and one in 10 couldn’t identify a badger, according to new research from the youth hostelling charity YHA (England and Wales).

Eurovision 2013 – The perfect excuse for a groups getaway

It’s one of the most-watched television events in the world. And this year an estimated 125 million people from throughout Europe will be tuning in on May 18 to support the singing sensation from their country.It’s one of the most-watched

Weekend in Amsterdam

Chances are you have heard one or two things about Amsterdam already! A liberal city full of juxtapositions, this is a place that you just have to see for yourself to fully understand its quirks! I thought I would share

Share your hometown with us!

As one of the largest blogging competitions in history, we were absolutely amazed to have 1,173 participants, from all over the globe, take part in the Big Blog Exchange this year. Our 16 winners have been chosen, and their exchange

The best party breaks

Are you planning to party your way through the summer and rave whilst feeling the sand between your toes? If the answer is yes, then read on. Hostelling International has some of the best beach parties’ locations, where clothing is

Lovely Slovenia

Slovenia, which offers a wide variety of activities to suit travellers of all ages, is a great destination to visit at any season of the year. Here are some of the wonderful offers Hostelling International members can enjoy, where they

Five best Expat Bars in Paris

Paris has one of the largest populations of English-speaking transplants around. Many are travellers tired of their home country, professionals placed there by their company, or creatives who have been coming to Paris and seeking inspiration since the literary and

Why Backpackers Love Colombia

When talking with other travellers in South America about the best country they have visited, I have found that the answer is almost always Colombia. The recent slogan that has appeared in Colombian tourism advertising, “the only risk is wanting

The best activities in Amsterdam in May

The month of May is a fantastic time of year in Amsterdam. Spring is in full swing, all of the pavement cafés are packed with happy people and a variety of special events are organised. Can we count you in?The