Jason Turvey
- Current Age?
21 - Nationality
Australia - Where do you live now?
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia - Occupation
Student - When it comes to travel accommodation (but leaving out crashing with friends, family or people you meet on the road), how often do you stay in hostels?
pretty much all the time - Where have you hosteled?
Australia, Europe - Would you stay in a hostel again on future trips?
Yes - Why or why not?
Cheap and affordable accommodation that is also a great place to meet fellow travellers who are a great way to find out what's good in other places you want to visit! - Out of all your experiences hosteling, what was your:
- Best Moment
- Worst Moment
- Biggest Hurdle, Obstacle or Difficulty?
- Biggest surprise?
- Best Moment
- Do you ever book any of your hostel accommodation in advance?
Always - Why or why not?
Security. Don't wanna plan to stay in a town only to find it's been fully booked out! - Why do you stay in hostels, as opposed to other types of accommodation?
Great for the budget. More money for seeing the sights! - Is there a hostel you'd recommend to other travelers? If so, what is it and where?
Byron Bay Bunkhouse, Byron Bay, Australia - What is the biggest myth people have about hostels and hosteling?
You get what you pay for. Not true, a lot of places offer really good accommodation and perks such as free breaky and often a free BBQ each week. - Why do you like to travel?
"Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrowmindedness." – Mark Twain - What is your advice for other travelers wanting to stay in hostels?
Give it a go. You're only as old as you feel. Most of the hostels I've stayed in have had a few older travellers who are always good fun.
- Destinations by Region
- Hostel Resources
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Travelers on Hosteling
Why hostel? Hear it from fellow travelers.Hostels by Region
See what hostels there are where you want to go.What are Hostels?
A way to have a better trip and stretch your budget.Why Hostel?
Here's just a few reasons.Group Hostel Bookings
Going with all your friends? Book all at the same hostel at once.Why Not Hostel?
It's not for everybody, so read up first.Debunking the Myths of Hostels
Here's the scoop: They're a great way to stay.Submit a Hostel
Would you like your hostel to be part of our online reservation system? Read about the benefits and sign up here.Travel Insurance
Protect yourself and your trip with some travel insuranceFAQ Hostels
The skinny on hostels and booking your bed online.
