At the foot of Rio de Janeiro’s famous Corcovado mountain, where monkeys swing through palm trees and samba drifts through the air, you’ll find JO&JOE Rio – a hostel that proves that big-city energy and sustainability get along just fine. Built along six restored colonial buildings in the historic Largo do Boticario, this open house…
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Sustainability Stories: Villa Viva Cape Town – clean water for all
See how Viva con Agua started in South Africa Cape Town, South Africa. Sunshine, murals, and a deep blue building shouting from the hillside. That’s Villa Viva Cape Town, a hostel, a creative hub and a social movement rolled into one. The best part? Every night’s sleep helps someone else get access to clean water….
How to travel responsibly: 42 real tips for sustainable adventures
It’s no news that tourism changes everything from the planet to the people who call it home. But the good news is: You’ve got power. Responsible travel means being aware of your impact and doing something about it. It’s not about perfection. It’s about better choices, trip by trip. Here’s your ultimate, no-fluff guide to…
Sustainability Stories: Green Haven Ilha Anchieta – protecting a paradise
Some places you stay for the bed. Some for the party. Then there’s Green Haven Ilha Anchieta in Brazil – a hostel that changes how you see travel itself. This spot isn’t just by nature – it’s in it. This hostel sits inside Ilha Anchieta State Park, a fully protected island off the coast of…
Hostelworld Giveaway Terms & Conditions
Hostelworld Services Limited “Interrail x Hostelworld Instagram Giveaway” – Terms and Conditions Promoter: The promoter of the “Interrail x Hostelworld Instagram Giveaway” (the “Promotion”) is Hostelworld Services Limited (the “Promoter”) company number 02841908 and registered address at One Chamberlain Square, Birmingham, B3 3AX. How to Qualify: Entrants must Follow @hostelworld and @interraileu on Instagram Tag…
Sustainability Stories: “It changed the way I travel” – going solo through Colombia
If you’ve ever side-eyed the idea of travelling solo in Colombia, meet Amy Phung. Londoner. Asian woman. Backpacker. “There’s so much noise about Colombia,” she told me. “But I wanted to see it with my own eyes, not through someone else’s lens.” As the winner of Hostelworld’s yearly staff travel competition, Amy spent several weeks…
Sustainability Stories: Hostal del Cielo empowers the local community
High up on the busy mountains of Medellin, Colombia, Hostal del Cielo is a place where your stay helps to rewrite the story of a community once overlooked. Today, the neighbourhood of Comuna 13 is alive with culture, art and entrepreneurship. We sat down with Thomas Quintreau-Musci, the founder of Hostal del Cielo, to hear…
Sustainability Stories: opening Africa’s first LGBTQ+ inclusive hostel – Soul Fam Hostel
In a city known for its natural beauty and cultural diversity, a new hostel will open its doors in a few weeks – one that’s designed around belonging. When Chase King landed in Cape Town as a student back in 2007, he could’ve not imagined that one day he’d open a hostel there. But after…
Sustainability Stories: how a&o hostels cut their carbon footprint – and why that matters to you
Daydreaming of unforgettable experiences, new friends and seriously good food. Planning a trip is pure joy, but emissions stats don’t exactly make the vision board 📉 We get it. But here’s why you should care 💚 The dilemma: how to travel AND care for the planet? Hostels use energy and water, waste builds up, and…
Sustainability Stories: changing lives through education at Wonderland Jungle Hostel
A social eco-hostel tucked in Koh Tao’s hillside jungle paradise with a big heart and an even bigger mission? Yes please 💚 We sat down with one of founders of Wonderland Jungle Hostel, Valeri Johnstone, who shared how they built a space where travellers and the local community could connect, learn, and grow together. Located…
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