April 2011
Must See Canada: Whistler
North America’s legendary mountain resort Whistler is a must see destination for Canadians and visitors from all over the world. The resort offers a whole host of activities year-round with something for everyone. Read more »
Discounts galore with HI
Your HI-Membership can get you some great discounts. You’ll get member rates at all HI Hostels, plus there is an abundance of discounts to be had through our network of partners, both here and abroad. Read more »
Welcome Aboard the Newest Hostel in NZ
The great thing about hostelling is you get to stay in some pretty cool places. When staying with HI you can find yourself sleeping in a railway carriage, jail cell or even an airplane. With the introduction of YHA Bay of Islands, The Rock in New Zealand, you can stay on a house boat in one of the world’s most stunning locations – the Bay of Islands. Read more »
Top Whale Watching Spots
Here in BC, seeing a bunch of tourists in puffy orange survival suits on a Zodiac is nothing out of the ordinary, but we realize that not everyone lives by coastal waters. So if you’ve saved up your pennies to take your dream whale watching expedition, here are some places well worth your while. Fortunately,, there are A LOT of places in the world to see whales. Read more »
Put a Bird on Your HI Membership Card in Portland
Saving with your membership card is almost too easy when you stay at HI-Portland Northwest. Right across the street from the hostel you’ve got World Cup Coffee, where you can savor the smell of freshly roasted beans while you save 10% on your purchase. Also around the corner, is the gorgeous and lovely Saint Cupcake, where they’ll give you a free coffee with every cupcake. You were going to do that anyway, weren’t you? You were. Read more »
Touring Iceland’s Golden Circle
Our former group sales rep Ben and his girlfriend visited Europe on their way home to Australia. Here is their first tale
When you typically think of visiting Europe in winter you might envisage strolling towards the Eiffel tower in Paris, making a phone call out of the iconic red telephone booths in London or even getting some sun in Portugal. What most people do not think to do is visit the supposed frozen and barren landscapes of Iceland, which at first glance has nothing more to offer than some funky tasting dried shark and a real risk of floating away in a lava pool. This hidden gem in the North Atlantic Ocean has so much more to offer those that like to travel somewhere new and a little bit quirky. Read more »
Getaway to the Emerald City
Need a weekend away? I did, so a couple of weeks ago I decided to go to Seattle for a change of scenery. Living in Vancouver, it was only a few hours’ drive, but the city is easily accessible by air if you live further away or you can grab the Seattle Clipper from Victoria. Read more »
Happy Birthday Vancouver
Vancouver turned 125 years old on April 6, 2011. The city has come a long way since its beginnings as a timber outpost all those years ago. Now, it’s constantly voted as one of the most liveable cities in the world, and the “city of glass” is home to a diverse population who enjoy the beaches, parks, mountains, fantastic food and shopping. Read more »
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