A hostel ideal for an adrenaline-fueled break in England has reopened its doors following a £250,000 refurbishment, transforming it into a world-class centre for outdoor activity.
The Chinese Year of the Horse canters in on 31 January, bringing a new year and a time to think about new plans. The Chinese zodiac follows a 12-year cycle and people born in the Year of the Horse are
Here at Hostelling International we do love a bit of nostalgia, so when we discovered that a former YHA (HI’s England and Wales network) member had put together a website full of photos and stories from his youth hostelling days in the 1950s and early 1960s we jumped at the chance to talk with him about his experiences.
The HI blog is your resource for the real hostel experience. Find travel tips, advice from fellow travellers, and great news stories and articles from our blog authors, Alex, Lenka and Julian.
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A newbie’s guide to hostels
Staying in hostels for the first time? We’ve got you covered.
10 unusual things to do in England and Wales
Escape the ordinary and do something a little different with YHA England & Wales.
London on a budget: getting around & sightseeing
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A warm welcome awaits at these LGBT-friendly cities!
After the recent controversy at the Sochi Olympics, we’ve picked out 5 cities where it’s always OK to fly that rainbow flag high!
How to experience movie magic while hostelling
With the Oscars coming up, we’ve picked out 5 hostels around the world where you can experience a bit of movie magic for yourself.
YHA Edale receives a grand makeover
A hostel ideal for an adrenaline-fueled break in England has reopened its doors following a £250,000 refurbishment, transforming it into a world-class centre for outdoor activity.
Gallop off in the Year of the Horse
The Chinese Year of the Horse canters in on 31 January, bringing a new year and a time to think about new plans. The Chinese zodiac follows a 12-year cycle and people born in the Year of the Horse are
Cold showers, cycling and girls: 1950s hostelling at its best!
Here at Hostelling International we do love a bit of nostalgia, so when we discovered that a former YHA (HI’s England and Wales network) member had put together a website full of photos and stories from his youth hostelling days in the 1950s and early 1960s we jumped at the chance to talk with him about his experiences.