Every once in a while, you stumble upon a hostel where, the moment you walk through the door, it feels like youâve already made friends đđ€ Before you know it, youâre swapping stories and planning adventures like old pals. At Lagarto na Banana, youâre not just booking a bed (or a tent!) in a Brazilian…
Category: Sustainability
Sustainability Stories: Eco-ethnotourism at Casa en el Agua
With carbon emissions a massive 82% lower than hotels , hostels are already sustainability success stories đ€© But what are they doing to get there? And, in many cases, how are they going above and beyond to help hostellers travel responsibly?  In our Sustainability Stories series, weâre shining the spotlight on hostels that protect the environment, support local communities…
Sustainability Stories: Community Impact at Mad Monkey
With carbon emissions a massive 82% lower than hotels , hostels are already sustainability success stories đ€© But what are they doing to get there? How do hostels protect the environment, support local communities and champion local culture? In our Sustainability Stories series, weâre shining the spotlight on hostels that go the extra mile to have a positive impact…
Bikepacking Holland: the ultimate guide to exploring the Netherlands
Youâve heard of backpacking, travelling with all your worldly possessions on your back through countries of different cultures. And if you know much about culture in the Netherlands , youâll know cycling is central to daily life. Mix the two and you get bikepacking, swapping jaunts on overnight buses for journeys on two wheels. Eco-friendly, wallet-friendly…
How To Find Sustainable Accommodation When You Travel
Choosing the right accommodation is so much more than finding a place to sleep, especially when it comes to sustainable stays. Making the right choice means looking at the bigger picture, wider than you and your travels. Accommodation can positively or negatively impact communities â from bringing income to local businesses, to harming housing markets….
Sustainability Stories: Championing Accessibility at INOUT Hostel
Accessibility in travel has come a long way, with transport and accommodation providers realising that they need to cater to travellers with extra physical, neurological and mental health needs. But many travel providers are still learning, including hostels. To hear from a hostel thatâs getting accessibility right, weâre headed to Barcelona, to meet INOUT hostel. Reaching their 20th anniversary, itâs no surprise…
How to be an ethical digital nomadÂ
Iâve been a backpacker and a digital nomad for over 15 years, and in that time, a lot has changed. On the surface, those changes encompass things like the prevalence of smartphones and mobile data, which allow for constant connectivity, as well as co-working spaces that enable remote workers to stay productive no matter where…
A traveller’s guide to carbon offsetting
When it comes to sustainable travel, a topic that comes up time and time again is carbon offsetting. You might have heard your airline or your favourite travel influencer  mention it, but what actually is it and how does it work? Well, at Hostelworld weâve launched this for our travellers and here weâre going to break it down for you, so you can decide whether to offset your next trip. Travel and our…
Sustainability Stories: LGBTQIA+ Inclusivity at Modal Hostel
Hostels welcome a diverse range of travellers, in fact, 83% of Hostelworld customers think hostels are extremely or very inclusive. But how? And how are they ensuring everyone feels confident to be themselves without discrimination? Well, as part of Hostelworldâs Sustainability Stories, weâre sharing the hostels that are not only welcoming but are going above…
Sustainability Stories: Recycling at St Christopher’s Inn, Barcelona
Caring for the climate while you travel doesnât have to be hard work, especially when your hostel is doing what they can to protect our planet. With them doing the leg work for you, you can sit back and sip your sangria knowing that youâre contributing to the greater good. In this series, Hostelworldâs Sustainability…
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