Travel and especially long-term backpacking can be challenging at times. But if you have a disability, are neurodivergent or have other extra needs, it can be trickier to navigate. This shouldn’t deter you from seeing the world but means you might need to tailor your trip slightly to ensure you have the best time. Here, we’ll be sharing accessible travel tips for travellers with different needs, from disabilities to allergies.    Planning your trip   Booking your hostel Travelling in hostels and meeting new like-minded friends is an experience unmatched, whether you have a ..read more

Travel and especially long-term backpacking can be challenging at times. But if you have a disability, are neurodivergent or have other extra needs, it can be trickier to navigate. This shouldn’t deter you from seeing the world but means you might need to tailor your trip slightly to ensure you have the best time. Here, we’ll be sharing accessible travel tips for travellers with different needs, from disabilities to allergies.    Planning your trip   Booking your hostel Travelling in hostels and meeting new like-minded friends is an experience unmatched, whether you have a ..read more

Travel and especially long-term backpacking can be challenging at times. But if you have a disability, are neurodivergent or have other extra needs, it can be trickier to navigate. This shouldn’t deter you from seeing the world but means you might need to tailor your trip slightly to ensure you have the best time. Here, we’ll be sharing accessible travel tips for travellers with different needs, from disabilities to allergies.    Planning your trip   Booking your hostel Travelling in hostels and meeting new like-minded friends is an experience unmatched, whether you have a ..read more

Travel and especially long-term backpacking can be challenging at times. But if you have a disability, are neurodivergent or have other extra needs, it can be trickier to navigate. This shouldn’t deter you from seeing the world but means you might need to tailor your trip slightly to ensure you have the best time. Here, we’ll be sharing accessible travel tips for travellers with different needs, from disabilities to allergies.    Planning your trip   Booking your hostel Travelling in hostels and meeting new like-minded friends is an experience unmatched, whether you have a ..read more

Travel and especially long-term backpacking can be challenging at times. But if you have a disability, are neurodivergent or have other extra needs, it can be trickier to navigate. This shouldn’t deter you from seeing the world but means you might need to tailor your trip slightly to ensure you have the best time. Here, we’ll be sharing accessible travel tips for travellers with different needs, from disabilities to allergies.    Planning your trip   Booking your hostel Travelling in hostels and meeting new like-minded friends is an experience unmatched, whether you have a ..read more

When people start travelling alone, I’m sure most of them start off the same way I did: plan, plan, plan. I researched everything from ferry times to train seats, activities I could take part in each day, nearby supermarkets and cute cafes. In a way, doing this took away some of the magic I felt when I first arrived in a place. I already know everything around me; hidden alleys, shortcuts, and which pubs have perfect views from their terraces. Embracing spontaneity can provide flexibility and freedom for solo travellers (and make your trip even more magical). Not everything goes according to p ..read more

Hostels that opened their doors last year have been BUSY. With determination and grit, they’ve spent 2022 working tirelessly to impress the entire traveller community. As a result, five exceptional hostels have been shortlisted to win a New Kid on the Block award for HOSCARs 2023. These hostels are brand new, with state-of-the-art facilities, and they’re eager to win your vote. So, who do you think deserves this shiny award for their sparkling new hostel?   Ostello Bello Napoli, Naples – Italy Naples is one of Italy’s coolest cities, and you know what’s even cooler? Ostello Bello Napoli ..read more

We believe hostels can be some of the most inclusive places when you travel, and that doesn’t stop at the guests but includes staff and owners too. By choosing to support hostels owned by people of colour, you encourage a more diverse and inclusive travel industry and can leave a positive effect on the places you visit.  For Black History Month this year, we already shared our favourite Black creators, and now we’re shining a light on some of the amazing hostels around the world owned by Black entrepreneurs, driving change in their communities and inspiring future Black business owners.&n ..read more

The scent of pumpkin spice fills the air. Costumes, novelty props and sweets begin to fill supermarket shelves. Cheesy horror flicks are our movies of choice. This can only mean one thing – October is upon us and Halloween is quickly approaching! If you haven’t made plans this October 31st, or need inspiration for next year, here are ten of the world’s most haunted hostels where you can spend the spookiest night of the year! 10. Glenmalure Hostel, County Wicklow, Ireland Kicking off our list is Glenmalure Hostel. Found in a rural Irish valley, this unsuspecting dwelling is truly cut off from t ..read more

When you travel, how much do you think about your impact on the planet? Is sustainable travel something that’s always at the front of your mind? Being kind to the earth is something we should all consider when we’re on the road, whether that’s by choosing trains over flights, saving energy and water or respecting the local culture and customs. But did you know you can take it one step further by staying in an eco-friendly hostels? Yep, if you want to shrink your carbon footprint even more, there are gloriously green options all over the globe to choose from. To avoid getting green-fished (yep ..read more