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Hostelling International's blog from Western Canada. We'll bring you news, information and tips about hostels in Canada and around the world.

July 2008

Beachside Hostels: The View from Above

Check out these beachside hostels from Google Earth to get a real view of these amazing locations. You need Google Earth to view the links (it's free, and really cool!). Read more »

Summertime Adrenaline in B.C.

You don't have to go too far to get a rush of adrenaline. Here are just a couple of ways to get some excitement flowing on the West Coast. Check out the member deals at the bottom to see how being an HI member can get you a bigger rush for less. Read more »

Western Europe's City Hostels

Over half of Hostelling International's hostels can be found in Europe and in the past 99 years of European hostelling, they've mastered budget accommodation in some of the world's most expensive destinations. Check out a few of the continent's urban flagships. Read more »

Contest: Ultimate Travel Playlist - Winner!

Thanks to everyone who submitted their suggestions for the Ultimate Travel Playlist.

Congrats to Neil Gordon from Edmonton for his winning choice of UFO by Sneaky Sound System. Find out the story behind his choice and the runners-up after the jump. Read more »

Comments

  • HI-Membership said:

    Thanks for your comments!

    2 days 15 hours ago
  • Local resident said:

    Commercial Drive is better then all those places with it's...

    5 days 9 hours ago
  • HI-Membership said:

    Roman, if the hostel is near the Museum of Natural History (...

    1 week 15 hours ago

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