Backpacker Buzz

Land-based activities are seriously overrated. Ask any seabird: the real fun happens when you're either airborne or afloat. Going beyond just opening a new hostel there, HI is continuing in the spirit of absolutely blowing up in Whistler with even more new discounts that celebrate those who fly and those who float. Read more »

Are you looking for something fun to fill those lazy summer days? Or maybe you just want to remember what it was like to have time for lazy summer days. Either way, your Hostelling International membership card can get you some sweet discounts for summery activities. Read more »

These new member discounts are starting to look a whole lot like Christmas. Grab a egg nog and rum and take a deep breath - because this one is good. HI members can now get 15% off entrance to the baths at the brand new Le Scandinave Spa in Whistler, and save 10% on massage services too. Don't say we didn't warn you. Read more »

The HI-Travel Shop in Edmonton will be closing its doors at the end of the month and there's one heck of a sale underway right now. Everything in the store is 30% off and HI members get an extra 10% off (with a valid membership card). You can even buy a membership at the store.

The deal covers backpacks, suitcase, travel accessories and guidebooks. Read on to see some of the brands on sale. Read more »

HI in Western Canada is loading up on new discount partnerships across the region and you'll want to hold on to your hats for this next one: 20% off car rentals in the Rockies. Is it just us or does anyone else agree that this calls for an Icefields Parkway road trip? Read more »

Hostelling International members from around the world can get in on a new discount in Calgary. It involves movies! Read more »

We're always looking for new ways to get our members a good deal. Here are just a few new discounts on offer in Vancouver and Edmonton. Read more »

Taking some German courses at the Université Laval helped Stéphane Larrivée of Québec land an internship in an HI hostel in Germany, the country that gave birth to hostelling. Sound intriguing? If you’re an HI-Canada member, you can do the same thing. Read more »

The newest batch of HI membership cards have just been released. Get your adult card now and you get over two years of life out of it, which means discounts at hostels around the world and on other fun stuff from now until March 31, 2012. Read on to learn about the benefits of being an HI member and how to get your membership. Read more »

Tis the season, once again. We've gathered up some of the best gift ideas for the travellers on your list, including deals you can only get with your HI membership card. Read more »