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Hostels are a brilliant concept if you’re looking for an affordable place to sleep at night during your world travels. They’re ideal for young people, budget travelers and those looking for ...

Whether you’re traveling long-term on a budget or you’re just looking for a cheap bed to spend the night in when you visit a new city, hostels—and hostel kitchens—can be special places: places that ...

Life in a student hostel is exciting but also comes with its fair share of challenges, especially when it comes to food. Between tight schedules, limited budgets, and restricted space, cooking often ...

I stayed in a hostel for the first time in Singapore's backpacking district. I'm a last-minute packer, and for this overnight trip I decided to only bring the essentials. While I'm glad I brought my ...

This synergistic atmosphere continues to influence the way I think and sync.” A Humanities student and eventually a theatre ...

But students and administrations are now collaborating to manage resources and offer comforts big and small, using a mix of technology, entrepreneurship and an overall more professional approach.