Kathryn Proctor
- Current Age?
23 - Nationality
Australia - Where do you live now?
Melbourne, 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?
Europe - Would you stay in a hostel again on future trips?
Yes - Why or why not?
It's a good way to meet heaps of people, especially if you are travelling on your own. - 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?
Sometimes - Why or why not?
Usually, sometimes didnt have easy access to the internet. - Who is the most memorable person you met in a hostel and why?
A girl I met in Rome, because we actually live really close to each other in Melbourne and we had a ball going out and seeing all the sights. - Why do you stay in hostels, as opposed to other types of accommodation?
Easy, cheap and fun. - Is there a hostel you'd recommend to other travelers? If so, what is it and where?
Three Ducks, Paris, France - What is the biggest myth people have about hostels and hosteling?
That they are really dirty: they aren't that bad, most are pretty clean. - Why do you like to travel?
Because I love experiencing different cultures, and seeing the world. - What is your advice for other travelers wanting to stay in hostels?
Go for it, you'll have a great time!
- 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.
