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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.
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The Latest Backpacker News
Opening ceremony on the streets
I was out on opening ceremony night - here a little taste of what it was like! Read more »
Wandering the Vancouver Wilderness
With a friend living here who knows the area well I couldn't pass up the chance to explore outside the city centre... Read more »
New HI-Whistler Reservations Now Open
Reservations for the brand new HI-Whistler are now open. The hostel, which is currently serving as housing for Olympic athletes in Whistler's Athletes' Village, opens its doors as Hostelling International-Whistler on July 1, 2010.
You can book shared and private rooms online or by calling Central Reservations at 1.866.762.4122.
Stay tuned to Backpacker Buzz in the coming months for more on what you can expect from this brand new hostel and its grand opening.
Vancouver Flashmob
I thought flashmobs were meant to be subtle, surprise affairs...... so when I got a tip off I thought it would be good!! Read more »
The Chinese New Year!
It’s the year of the Tiger – I went to have a look and listen down in Vancouver's China Town… Read more »
What does Canada / Being Canadian mean?
Out on the streets of Vancouver for the opening of the Olympics I had an important question to ask! Read more »
Breakfast in a Hostel…
During the Olympics I was expecting the HI Vancouver Central to be busy and was intrigued to find out who would be around – my first breakfast was a delight! Read more »
Booking Ahead Can Make Life Easier
One of the top questions we always get from travellers is: "Should I book my hostels ahead of time?"
There's no clear-cut answer for this one but we do always recommend you book at least the first few nights of your trip. In high season, especially in Europe and Australia, you should always think about booking ahead, or during festivals or important events. You can never go wrong with booking ahead, but if you're a bit more of a fly-by-the-seat-of-your-pants traveller, feel free to wing it but you won't be guaranteed a spot to sleep!
Dan HB - I've arrived in Vancouver!
After winning the Hostelling International Blog the Games contest back in December I have now arrived in Vancouver!! Read more »
Welcome to the New Backpacker Buzz Blog
You might notice that things are looking a little different around here. Well, that's because we've just moved. So come on in, get comfortable, but please try not to spill your drink, this carpet is brand new.
The new digs come with a few new features that will make getting the latest info on Hostelling International and travel in general a whole lot easier. Read more »
Fun! What trail is that in the video?
Sorry to hear that you chose not to come. We had over 100...
Love the annual BBQ's but a group of us did not go this year...