Nicknamed “Little Kyoto”, Kanazawa is like the authentic, local cousin of the more recognized cities of Japan. This hostel is the perfect place to call home for a few days whilst discovering the city with it being 10 minutes’ walk from the main station, 2km from Omichi Food Market and 3km away from major monuments….
Category: Travel Tips
15 things to do for free in London
London, home to Buckingham Palace, Big Ben and the beautiful Regents Park, its history has intrigued all throughout time and is one place that should take precedence on on your travel list to visit. Why not download our mobile-app to help make your stay in London memorable. As a budget traveller you can easily explore the…
Backpacking by yourself – 10 simple tips to take the edge off
Are you about to set off on your travels all on your lonesome? Feeling a bit daunted about backpacking by yourself? Check out these 10 simple tips for solo travellers that will get you feeling pumped for your next adventure. Open up to fellow travellers! Hostels have many plus points. Granted, one of them is…
16 of the Best Party Hostels in the World for 24/7 Fun and Wild Nights
Welcome to the Wild Side of Travel! If your idea of a perfect trip includes cheap drinks, themed parties, and meeting fellow travellers who love to let loose, then you’re in the right place. Party hostels are more than just a bed—they’re social hubs where you’ll make lifelong friends (or at least some blurry memories)….
Ireland’s most unique hostels
If you’re planning a trip to Ireland and fancy staying in something a bit different, check out some of the more unique Irish hostels listed on Hostelworld.com. View all Hostels in Ireland Gyreum, Sligo, Ireland Stuck at the end of the plateau of Moytura in Ireland’s Co. Sligo, ‘Gyreum’ is a hugely spacious, hobbit-like building that has been dug…
Flashpackers Upscale Hostels
Many people have quite a closed mind when it comes to hostels. Present them with the word and they conjure up images of bland buildings where you have to do chores and sharing a bathroom is the only option. But today nearly all hostels have private rooms with ensuite bathrooms, while some even have their…
15 Free Things to Do in Tokyo
Tokyo, capital of Japan, and a sprawling metropolis is one of the most populous metropolitan areas in the world! Tokyo will dazzle you with it’s bight lights and contrasting traditional culture, luring you into a world beyond limits. Why not download the Hostelworld app to ensure you get the most out of your time in Tokyo. Most people assume that…
Bars in Edinburgh – Your Favourite Top Edinburgh Bars
The Scottish capital is home to a plethora of top-notch bars, pubs and clubs. To help get a better idea of which nightspots to try, we asked you about your favourite bars in Edinburgh over at our Hostelworld.com Facebook page . Here’s what you told us… Bars in Edinburgh Old Town 3 Sisters Bei Wu says:…
Tips for getting over jet lag
We have all suffered from jet lag at some stage and wanted it to be over as soon as possible so we can get on with exploring our new surroundings especially since we brought out our new mobile- app however; what is the best way to get over jet lag? We turned to our Facebook fans to get their…
Top Paris Tips – Your Unmissable Highlights of Paris
Ahh, Paris …the sights, the sounds, the sensations of the world’s most romantic city…it’s a marvellous place to visit. But with so much to experience, where should you start? We asked you over on our Facebook page for your top tips on what is unmissable in Paris. Here’s what you told us… See the city via…