Backpacker Buzz Issue 83 –Indonesia: Tourism After The Tsunami
By Jon Azpiri, Forward by Shelbey Sy
In part one of Hostelling International's Tourism After Disaster Series, Jon Azpiri looks into life in Banda Aceh after the devastating tsunami. ...read more
Backpacker Buzz Issue 83 –A Day in the Life of a HI-Whistler Front Desker
By Joanne Okey of H.I. Whistler
Joanne recounts how life has been after working at H.I. Whistler for a full 365 days!...read more
Backpacker Buzz Issue 83: Happy 1st Birthday, HI-Whistler!
By Hostelling International
On July 1, 2011, HI-Whistler celebrated its first birthday—and what a year it has been! HI-Whistler could not have chosen a better year to open, with the 2010-2011 winter season in Whistler enjoying its second snowiest season on record, and the slopes staying open until late spring.
The energy following last year’s Olympic Games is [...]...read more
Aquapac Mini Electronics Case 108
If you must take your smart phone with you while kayaking, sailing, or kite boarding, this case protects your gadget from wetness. The flexible material lets you operate a touch screen, buttons, or switches. More details
Salomon Techamphibian 3 Sandals (Women's)
Roam between land and water with this evolved hybrid of shoe and sandal. The Techamphibian 3 blends the protection of a shoe with the lightweight comfort of a sandal. More details
MEC Travel Pouch
This handy travel pouch carries grooming accessories, medication, and other personal items. Available in three sizes to suit your personal care needs. More details
MEC Merino Lightweight 2 Hoodie
This hoodie is built in nature's own technical fabric – merino wool. It's warm even when it's wet. Plus it's soft, itch-free, stretchy, and buffers well against sudden temperature changes. You'll appreciate its antimicrobial properties. More details
Chawel Chawel Sport Change Anywhere Towel
This portable changing room you can wear also doubles as a neck pillow or a small blanket. Great for use while camping, at the beach, or at paddling put-ins and takeout’s. Made of quick-drying 100% polyester with an anti-snag and antibacterial finish. More details
