I've long considered Palmer's Lodge in London to be my all-time favorite hostel, but I may now have to reconsider. After checking it out on my friend the Budget Traveller's Luxury Hostels project, I knew I had to book my stay at Gallery Hostel for the Travel Bloggers Unite conference in Porto. It … [Read more...] about In Love With Gallery Hostel
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Hostel Review: Palmers Lodge Hostel
I realized that I've never actually reviewed my all-time, favorite hostel, Palmers Lodge in London, England. Every time I go to London, which is becoming much more frequent these days, I stay at the Swiss Cottage location, a former mansion. On my first visit, for New Years in 2008, I stayed … [Read more...] about Hostel Review: Palmers Lodge Hostel
Can You Travel Solo in the USA?
I've traveled solo in Europe and Australia, but not much in my country. It's easy to road trip with family and friends, but not as easy for the solo traveler. I spoke with Christine Amorose towards the end of her USA road trip about what it's like to travel in the United States, the … [Read more...] about Can You Travel Solo in the USA?
Hostel Review: Sweet Peas Hostel
When my sister Rachel and I decided to go visit our other sister Sammi in Asheville, I knew I wanted to test out another hostel there. I decided on Sweet Peas Hostel, a new spot in the middle of town. When we arrived, we were surprised to hear that the hostel was booked in full for the Bele … [Read more...] about Hostel Review: Sweet Peas Hostel
Hostel Review: Charleston’s NotSo Hostel
I heard about Charleston's NotSo Hostel before I had ever stayed in a hostel myself, long before my backpacking trip through Ireland. I always wanted a chance to stay there, to feel like a traveler in my own city. Now that I've moved away (and visit as often as possible!), I knew it was time to give … [Read more...] about Hostel Review: Charleston’s NotSo Hostel