Barcelona is more than just a city. It’s a state of mind. With palm-lined boulevards, Gaudí masterpieces, and some of the best nightlife in Europe, this coastal hub is a magnet for solo travellers looking to meet others and dive into Catalan culture. Whether you’re chasing tapas in the Gothic Quarter or dancing until dawn…
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Where to Stay in Madrid for the First Time: A Complete Guide
The best area to stay in Madrid for a first visit is Sol and Gran Vía, where you can walk to Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace and the Prado. Pick Malasaña for bars and vintage shops, La Latina for tapas, Chamberí for a quieter local feel and Retiro if you want the park on your…
Where to Stay in Barcelona for the First Time: Your Ultimate Guide
For a first trip to Barcelona, stay in the Gothic Quarter or El Born. You can walk to the Cathedral, La Rambla, the Picasso Museum and the port, and metro lines L3 and L4 run along their edges. Choose Eixample if you want Gaudí on your doorstep and the airport bus at Plaça de Catalunya,…
Where to Stay in Mallorca: The Complete Traveller’s Guide
Where is the best place to stay in Mallorca? For most first-timers, solo travellers and anyone without a car, it’s Palma: the island’s capital has the cheapest hostel beds, the best nightlife outside Magaluf and buses to almost everywhere. Pick Magaluf if you’re here to party, Alcúdia if you’re travelling as a family, and Sóller…
Sustainability Stories: Recycling at St Christopher’s Inn, Barcelona
Caring for the climate while you travel doesn’t 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 you’re contributing to the greater good. In this series, Hostelworld’s Sustainability…
Explore like a local: things to do in Tenerife
Tenerife is a diverse island, full of nature, nightlife, stunning beaches, and hidden villages. There’s a wide variety of hostels scattered throughout the island that fits any type of lifestyle: surfers, hikers, beach-goers, history buffs, and much more. When some people travel to Tenerife, they tend to stick to their resort and the beach. However, there…
Camino de Santiago route planner – everything you need to know to start your journey
Looking for a Camino de Santiago route planner? Look no further! Walking the Camino is the dream of many travellers from all over the world who want to explore in a different way. I’ve been dreaming about the Camino since I was 13, when I read ‘The Pilgrimage’ by Paulo Coelho. This year, I turned…
The best hostels in Barcelona for every type of budget
Stepping into Barcelona is like wandering through Gaudi’s dream. All that sublime, surreal architecture, cobblestone streets and Mediterranean fiesta vibes sizzling in the air. Plus, the hostels are the shiz. You may look at our page in a confused state and shout, I WANT THEM ALL!! Well, no need to spend hours trawling the internet….
The best youth hostels in Seville for every type of traveller
How to find the best hostels in Seville for your trip Of all the Spanish cities, Seville , the Andalusian capital, is by far the most fashionable. In this city you can enjoy the finer things in life: constant sunshine, life by the river, al fresco dining, live music and dancing late into the night. In…
What to do in Seville: 10 tips for backpackers from a Spanish woman.
If you’re thinking of visiting Spain but don’t know which city to start your trip in, Seville is an excellent choice! And why? Seville is a typical Spanish city with an explosion of flamenco music, wonderful food, beautiful monuments and above all, it is cheaper than bigger cities like Madrid or Barcelona. Every corner of…
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