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HI USA sheds light on showering for a sustainable impact worldwide
Hostelling International USA (HI USA) is setting out to change the way people around the world take showers. The project is called the “Million Gallon Challenge” and it began with a plan to address California’s water crisis.
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BridgeClimb Sydney loses right to operate tourist climbs of Sydney Harbour Bridge
After more than 20 years of taking international and domestic tourists over the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge, it was announced that BridgeClimb Sydney was unsuccessful in renewing its contract to operate.
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International students at US community colleges a big contributor to the nation’s economy
New data released by NAFSA, has shown that international students attending community colleges in the United States, contribute up to $2.4 billion to the nation’s economy and supported more than 14,000 jobs.
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Welcome to our newest member – NETIZEN Hotel | Hostel
NETIZEN Hotel|Hostel was founded in 2015 as a Hospitality Management Company prior to the opening of the first NETIZEN hostel in Moscow (Russia).
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WYSE Travel Confederation offers sneak peek into the travel industry’s most comprehensive youth travel market report
On June 25, 2018, WYSE Travel Confederation will offer a look into New Horizons IV: A global study of the youth and student traveller.
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Welcome to our newest member – El Viajero Hostels
Interview with Alejandro Osorio – Development Director Tell us your story. How did El Viajero Hostels get started? El Viajero Hostels was founded by our CEO Federico Lavagna, a world traveller, who at a young age decided to bring his travel experiences to South...
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European tourism mourns loss of industry advocate
Nick Greenfield, Head of Tour Operator Relations for ETOA, passed away last weekend after a long battle with cancer.
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Edinburgh investing in youth travellers
Edinburgh, host city of the 2018 World Youth and Student Travel Conference (WYSTC), is aiming to reach 3.5 million youth travellers across Europe with new marketing initiatives.
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Shakthi Eurasia Exchange program in Sri Lanka celebrates 5 years of impact
Shakthi Eurasia Exchange recently celebrated their 5th anniversary with their theme – 5 Years of Impact. Established in 2013, they have hosted 3,400 international volunteers and students participating in teaching, building volunteering projects and mental health education.
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Interrail forms new European partnership for tours and activities
For borderless rail experiences throughout Europe, Interrail Pass holders can now also book more than 17,000 activities across Europe at a discounted price, including destination tours and excursions, via the Interrail channels. Want to take a hot air balloon ride...
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EU plans to double Erasmus student funding
The Multiannual Financial Framework (MFF) plan for 2021-2027 would allocate €30 billion to the programme, which provides opportunities for European students to study or gain work experience in a different European country while completing their degree.
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New US visa limits for some Chinese students
According to the Associated Press, the Trump administration will limit Chinese graduate students to one-year visas if they are studying in fields like robotics, aviation and high-tech manufacturing.
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