Hostelling is almost a whole culture by itself, especially in Europe. Those who get used to living in hostels when travelling to different countries and exploring the countryside find that they while the money they save on accommodation is great, what is more fun is meeting people from different countries and making new and unexpected friends.
There are thousands of hostels all over the world, a large number of them associated with Hostelling International. Over a year several million travellers spend a night or more at these hostels. While being clean and cheap, hostels also pride themselves on being safe.
However no matter how safe hostels claim to be, it is prudent to take some precautions such that you and your belongings are safe from damage or theft.
The first thing to do, especially if you're travelling alone, is to be aware of your surroundings and your roommates. In a group you should look out for each other. Be aware of emergency exits and phone numbers.
Protect your belongings. Lock them up if you're leaving them in the room. While many hostels provide lockers, it's best to use mini locks on your bags as well. Also avoid leaving valuables in plain view of others or you're just tempting fate.
Whatever you leave behind, carry your wallet with your money, credit cards, travellers checks and other items which are hard to replace like your passport.
In case of your passport and other important documents like visas and credit cards, get photocopies made and keep them away from the real ones. This is helpful in case of any emergency. It also helps to keep scanned versions on your email account for access anywhere.
If you have a fixed itinerary, make a copy and give to a friend or close family along with phone numbers. Also check in every couple of days with them to know everything is ok.
At the hostel, if you find a roommate who seems hostile or you have cause to be worried, don't be shy or afraid. Instead go to the manager and politely as k for a room change. It doesn't make sense to wait for a blow-up before taking any action.
If you're carrying a cell phone it is important to check whether it works in the country you are in. No point in carrying a phone if you cant use it in an emergency.
When researching what safe hostel to stay in, it is best to make a list of any other hostels nearby which meet your expectations. This is just in case the hostel you are at does not satisfy your safety concerns you have another address to go to. Its better to pay twice for a night if you're assured of being in a safe hostel.
Linus Orakles
http://www.authorclub.info/
There are thousands of hostels all over the world, a large number of them associated with Hostelling International. Over a year several million travellers spend a night or more at these hostels. While being clean and cheap, hostels also pride themselves on being safe.
However no matter how safe hostels claim to be, it is prudent to take some precautions such that you and your belongings are safe from damage or theft.
The first thing to do, especially if you're travelling alone, is to be aware of your surroundings and your roommates. In a group you should look out for each other. Be aware of emergency exits and phone numbers.
Protect your belongings. Lock them up if you're leaving them in the room. While many hostels provide lockers, it's best to use mini locks on your bags as well. Also avoid leaving valuables in plain view of others or you're just tempting fate.
Whatever you leave behind, carry your wallet with your money, credit cards, travellers checks and other items which are hard to replace like your passport.
In case of your passport and other important documents like visas and credit cards, get photocopies made and keep them away from the real ones. This is helpful in case of any emergency. It also helps to keep scanned versions on your email account for access anywhere.
If you have a fixed itinerary, make a copy and give to a friend or close family along with phone numbers. Also check in every couple of days with them to know everything is ok.
At the hostel, if you find a roommate who seems hostile or you have cause to be worried, don't be shy or afraid. Instead go to the manager and politely as k for a room change. It doesn't make sense to wait for a blow-up before taking any action.
If you're carrying a cell phone it is important to check whether it works in the country you are in. No point in carrying a phone if you cant use it in an emergency.
When researching what safe hostel to stay in, it is best to make a list of any other hostels nearby which meet your expectations. This is just in case the hostel you are at does not satisfy your safety concerns you have another address to go to. Its better to pay twice for a night if you're assured of being in a safe hostel.
Linus Orakles
http://www.authorclub.info/
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