Maureen Martin
- Current Age?
60 - Nationality
Australia - Where do you live now?
Luoyang, China - Occupation
English Teacher - 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?
Sometimes a hostel, sometimes a hotel or B&B, etc - Where have you hosteled?
Asia, Australia, Canada, Europe, New Zealand, - Would you stay in a hostel again on future trips?
Yes - Why or why not?
Good cheap accommodation and excellent opportunity to meet new, like-minded people. - Out of all your experiences hosteling, what was your:
- Best Moment
- Worst Moment
- Best Moment
- Do you ever book any of your hostel accommodation in advance?
Sometimes - Why or why not?
Flexibility is the key. - Who is the most memorable person you met in a hostel and why?
A man who had walked across China, Australia and New Zealand, and was currently walking from Alaska back to his home in Virginia. Met him in Banff. - Why do you stay in hostels, as opposed to other types of accommodation?
As above: Good cheap accommodation and excellent opportunity to meet new, like-minded people. - Is there a hostel you'd recommend to other travelers? If so, what is it and where?
Halifax, Canada - What is the biggest myth people have about hostels and hosteling?
Not safe - personally or to leave your belongings. - Why do you like to travel?
To see the amazing sights of the world and meet so many wonderful people. We are all basically the same. With proper respect for others and their customs, you can go safely almost anywhere. - What is your advice for other travelers wanting to stay in hostels?
Be ready to share with all kinds of people, and always look for the good in them.
- 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.
