Students and backpacking go together like peanut butter and jelly. As you probably know, we want everyone to experience the magic of travelling, so who better to introduce students to the wonderful world of hostels than students themselves?! This year, we travelled to a selection of UK university campuses to launch our first ever Hostelworld…
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The ultimate guide to backpacking Turkey
Turkey is a vast and diverse country, but many of its ancient treasures and natural wonders are yet to become staples on the backpacker trail. That’s good news for adventurous travellers, who can bask on the pristine beaches of the Aegean and the Mediterranean coasts, before wrestling free of the crowds and striking further east….
Where to stay in San Francisco: a neighbourhood guide
From world-class shopping districts to cultural hotspots or can’t-miss culinary destinations, San Francisco has a neighbourhood perfect for every type of traveller. If you’re looking for the best area to stay in San Francisco, read on for our ultimate San Fran neighbourhood guide. San Fran one of my favourite US cities hands down, with chill…
The 12 coolest places to do yoga around the world
Originally from India , yoga has taken the world by storm – and with good reason! Not only does it tone your body, but it’s also healing for the soul – what’s not to love?! What’s your experience with yoga? Do you envy your friends who’ve already perfected their crows, dogs and cobras? Or are you…
Party like a local – the best nightlife in Kiev!
Quickly becoming Europe’s latest alternative hotspot, the capital of Ukraine has way more to offer than the drab and dull stereotypes attached to it. There are dozens of reasons to make Kiev your next trip, not least its vibrant nightlife. From craft beer to sophisticated cocktails, boozy boat cruises to underground raves, every weekend has plenty…
Your journey through the land of Pharaohs – 13 incredible things to do in Egypt
The land of the Pharaohs has always attracted intrepid travellers eager to learn about its rich history, admire its beautiful temples and be enchanted by its world-famous pyramids. But anyone who thinks Egypt is only worth visiting to add these golden beauties to your Insta feed is sorely mistaken! When you backpack through Egypt, you’ll…
The ultimate guide to backpacking Chile
When backpacking Chile, there’s a trusty tale I guarantee you’ll hear time and again from locals. They say that when God created the world, he (or probably she, let’s be honest) had a little of everything left over – mountains, volcanoes, glaciers, deserts, the whole shebang. So, she mixed it all together and created Chile….
20 parties, on 20 consecutive days in 20 different hostels! Thanks for coming!
Guys, if you don’t mind lowering your voices and dimming the lights a bit… we’re feeling a bit groggy after partying for twenty days straight. We’ve been going at it hard (and so have you!) during the festivities at twenty of our favourite hostels in some of the world’s most beautiful locations. There were shocking…
We came, we saw, we partied: 20 Years Young – it’s a wrap!
Guys, if you wouldn’t mind lowering your voices and turning down the lights a bit… we’re feeling a little bit delicate after partying for twenty days straight. We went hard (and so did you!) in twenty of our favourite hostels in some out of this world locations across the globe. There were shocking confessions, intense…
The best things to do in Vilnius, Lithuania: 9 reasons you must visit right now!
I could spend hours talking about amazing Lithuania, a small country of about three million. Its imposing architecture still bears the marks of the past and its beautiful churches and castles have an enchanting atmosphere. This Baltic country, close to Belarus, Poland, Estonia and Latvia, has a sweetness and charm I never expected, especially in…
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