Traveling Solo and Staying in Hostels

It wasn't so long ago that youth hostels were just that – hostels for young travelers. These days, however, you're just as likely to find a 45-year-old on a sabbatical as a group of student travelers.

The new breed of backpackers hostel are perfect for the solo traveler. They encourage a community feel where travelers look out for one another.

Of course, you can come and go as you please, but, unlike in a hotel, you can also meet all sorts of like-minded people, should you want a bit of company. The beauty of it is that, in the evenings, you can exchange travel stories and tips over a few drinks.

Independent travelers and independent hostels – they fit together so perfectly!

Featured Destinations for Solo Travelers

	Barcelona When it comes to great travel destinations, there are few cities that can match Barcelona. And it's got some great hostels too! Barcelona Hostels		Granada This achingly romantic city of poetry, music and Moorish wonders, is the perfect choice for the solo traveler. Granada Hostels
	Prague Prague is absolutely stunning. You can lose yourself for what seems like days in its narrow cobbled streets. Prague Hostels		Florence There's almost too much to see and do in Florence, with museums, galleries and churches galore! Florence Hostels
	Sydney Australia's great backpacking mecca; Sydney is perfectly geared for the many travelers who head for it. Sydney Hostels		New York An incredibly vibrant city full to bursting with art, culture, shopping, great sights… New York is truly a city like no other. New York Hostels