Hostelworld Travel Blog » January 2011

1. Floods in Australia - how you can help

   posted by Colm Hanratty | 2 Comments

   

   Jan132011

   The current flooding in the Australian state of Queensland demonstrates just how destructive Mother Nature can be, with three quarters of the state being declared a disaster zone. To date the floods have taken the lives of at least 19 people, with more feared to be confirmed. Countless lives have been destroyed due to their homes being destroyed by the flooding. But there is a way you can help.

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2. Photo of the Day: Dusk settles in the seaside village of Howth, Dublin

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   Jan132011

   Our photo of the day shows dusk settling over the seaside village of Howth in Dublin.

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3. Want to stay in a US National Park?

   posted by Rebecca Keenan | 0 Comments

   

   Jan132011

   If so, then you’re in luck because here at Hostelworld.com we’ve got some great accommodation in a number of the top National Parks in the US.

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4. Latest signups at Hostelworld.com include properties in Tanzania, China, Taiwan, Ireland and Thailand

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   Jan122011

   Hostelworld.com customers can now book new properties in a number of destinations around the world including Hualien, Bundoran, Dar es Salaam, Taichung, Bangkok and Lijiang.

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5. Three new video postcards now live on Hostelworld.com

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   Jan122011

   The latest Hostelworld.com video postcards are now live. They were recorded in Bath, Toronto and Hamburg and feature some of the top attractions in these popular destinations.

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6. Photo of the Day: The skyline looking over the lakes of Palermo, Buenos Aires

   posted by Rebecca Keenan | 0 Comments

   

   Jan122011

   Our photo of the day shows the skyline looking over the lakes of Palermo in Buenos Aires, Argentina.

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7. Are Ugg boots cheaper in Australia?

   posted by Colm Hanratty | 3 Comments

   

   Jan112011

   It’s widely thought by people (mainly females) around the world that 'Ugg' boots (those of the 'Ugg Australia' brand) are cheaper in Australia. So, are they? In a word, 'no'. Here’s how I found out...

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8. Travellers House voted Top Hostel in December

   posted by Rebecca Keenan | 0 Comments

   

   Jan112011

   Our customers have voted Travellers House in Lisbon, Portugal as Hostelworld.com’s top hostel for December.

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9. Photo of the Day: The Rialto Bridge, Venice

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   Jan112011

   Our photo of the day shows the Rialto Bridge in Venice, Italy. The beautiful bridge is a favourite with visitors to this Italian city.

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10. Win the Ultimate Party Package for a year for two

    posted by Rebecca Keenan | 0 Comments

    

    Jan102011

    You and a friend could experience Europe’s best parties, festivals and travel destinations for free in 2011 thanks to Hostelworld.com’s Ultimate Party Package competition.

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