USA
Canada
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Worldwide
Europe
Australia/New Zealand

The following is a list of links that will help you in your travels in the USA & Canada and worldwide. Click on the regions below or scroll down the page for the listings.

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Free Vacation Brochures for North America!

USA

• Hostelling International USA  The first and largest hostelling organization in the United States.
   
• Greyhound Bus Lines  The major interstate bus line in the United States.

• Amtrak   The consolidated railway system that handles all public train transport in the United States.
   
• Airtech  The best value for the flexible traveller. They offer cheap airfares to Europe as well as weekly specials.
   
• Adventure Network for Travelers (ANT)  Hop on and off trips along backroads in the western US. Door-to-Door Service with many stops and activities along the way.

• Adventures on Wheels  This company sells travelers everything from compact cars to motorhomes. They will organize the registration and insurance and then guarantee to buy the vehicle back when you finish your travels.
   
• Green Tortoise Adventure Travel  Budget transport company providing cross-country trips, West Coast National Parks excursions, Mexico and Central America, Alaska and inter-city trips between Seattle, Portland, San Francisco and Los Angeles.
    
    
• Incredible Adventures  41-day Yosemite trips from San Francisco on a year round basis and 3-day all inclusive Camping Trips to Yosemite from May to October.

• Suntrek Adventure  Camping and hotel tour operator.  80 different treks. 1-13 weeks. Small international groups. Van/bus charters.

• Trek America  Small group adventure camping tours throughout the USA, Canada, Mexico, Guatemala and Belize.

• Trek Adventures  Soft adventure camping/hotel tours in the US, Alaska, Canada, and Mexico from 1-10 weeks. Small international groups.

• Adventure Cycling Association  A membership organization of cyclists that researches and maps long-distance bicycle touring routes in the US.

• Elderhostels   Low-budget accommodation tied to a learning or recreation experience for seniors.

• DrVoyageur.com  Free on-line Canada and United States budget travel lessons help you enjoy your trips more.
    
• 4STANDBY  A stand-by travel service with great rates to Europe, Hawaii, Mexico and the Caribbean.
    
• Airport Hotel Guide  Information on airports, hotels, attractions and more for over 70 cities.
    
• Extranomical Adventures  San Francisco provides travelers with an affordable way to visit top San Francisco Bay attractions in small groups with an adventurous yet relaxed "backpacker" attitude. Destinations include Yosemite, Sequoia/Redwoods, Wine Country, the Golden Gate Bridge and more.
    
• Pacific Hostel Network  Listings for hostels along the West Coast from Mexico to Alaska.
   
• John F. Kennedy International Airport Guide  A guide that offers complete information on John F. Kennedy International Airport, including hotels, shuttles, terminal info, rental cars, parking and more.
   
• American Discovery Tours  Offers unique adventure camping tours that allow participants to enjoy the splendor of America's east coast.
   
• Hawaii Hostels Guide   Descriptions, photos, reviews and direct links to hostels in Hawaii.

CANADA

• Hostelling International Canada  The largest hostelling organization in Canada.

• Backpackers Hostels Canada/Auberges Backpackers Canada  A network of independent hostels/budget accommodation across Canada.

• VIA Rail  The consolidated railway system that handles all public train transport in Canada.

• Bigfoot Adventure Tours   Funky Backpacker Transport to Whistler, Kamloops, Jasper, Banff, Revelstoke, Kelowna, Vancouver, Seattle on 1, 2, 3, 4, 6 & 8 Day Trips. Hiking, Canoeing, Biking, Rafting, Staying in Unique Hostels.

• Seagull Expeditions   Backpacker transportation on Vancouver Island. Specializes in three trips: Long Beach (Pacific Rim National Park), Strathcona Park, and Vancouver Island.

• True North Tours   Van-oriented tours through the Canadian Rockies.

• Canabus Tours  Seven-day adventure tours around Ontario, including rafting, canoeing, walking, biking and Niagara Falls.
    
• Nomads Exploration Co.  Adventure Camping Tours -  Multi-day all-inclusive trips throughout British Columbia and the Canadian Rockies.
   
• Midnight Sun Travel  Small group tours of Alaska, the Yukon, Rocky Mountains and Vancouver Island.
   
• Vancouver Island Kayak  A directory of kayak tours of Vancouver Island and the Queen Charlotte Islands.
   
• Canada West Mountain School  Mountaineering, Skiing, Climbing and Guided adventures.
   
• Whistler Ski Guides  Specializing in customized backcountry ski tours.

MEXICO

• Baja Guide Magazine   A comprehensive guide to assist people travelling throughout Baja California, Mexico.

• Coyote Cals Beach Resort   A hostel located in Baja California, Mexico, only four hours from San Diego.

WORLDWIDE

• TheBackpacker.net   A guide to hostelling and budget travel worldwide.

• Travel Insider.com  Information on how to get cheap airfares.

• Big World Magazine  A budget travel magazine with an international view.

• Escape Artist  A web site for anyone who has ever wanted to move to another country. Includes overseas jobs, embassy pages, immigration information & expatriate resources.

• International Youth Hostel Federation (IYHF)  The umbrella organization for all the various country networks of Hostelling International.

• Vagabondo   A selection of the best non-commercial and alternative resources for independent travellers. Forums, links, newsgroups and more all over the world.
   
• WanderingWords.com  Your free online travel journal.
   
• Upzmountain.com  Find ski lodging worldwide.
   
• Backpacker Insurance  Travel insurance provided by Essential Travel including single trip, annual multi trip and ski insurance. Book online for huge savings and instant cover.

EUROPE

• European Hostel Guidebook  A guide with listings for over 1000 budget places to stay all across Europe.
    
• Guide to Independent Hostels Ireland  The Independent Hostel Owners Association of Ireland’s publication.
    
• Hostels in Prague  A listing of hostels in Prague, Czech Republic. Includes travel services, destination info and links.
    
• Hostel Advantage  A hostel located in the center of Prague, Czech Republic.
    
• Prague Hostels  Accommodation in Prague hostels and backpackers in the Czech Republic.
    
• Greece-Athens.com  A complete guide, including a virtual tour of Athens, host of the 2004 Olympic games. Useful information about hotels, transfers, accommodation, museums, fine dining and nightlife.
    
• Travel-to-Santorini.com  A complete guide to the cycladic island of Santorini, Greece. Useful information about transfers, accommodation, museums, fine dining and night life.
    
• Travel-to-Mykonos.com  A complete guide to Mykonos Island, Greece. Includes a virtual tour and information about hotels, car rentals, sightseeing and nightlife.
    
• Scottish Independent Hostels  An association of over 100 independent hostels throughout Scotland.
    
• www.1BigHostel.com  Listings for hostels in Central and Eastern Europe.
   
• Sorrento Villas  Flats and villas available for rent in the Sorrento Coast of Italy.
   
• Independent Holiday Hostels of Ireland  Over 100 holiday hostels throughout Ireland.
   
• Vienna Hostels  Listings for hostels in Vienna, Austria.

AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND

• VIP Backpackers Resorts International  A large hostel accommodation chain with over 400 hostels in 30 countries.

• YHA Australia  The Australian network of Hostelling International hostels.

• YHA New Zealand  The New Zealand network of Hostelling International hostels.

• Backpackers Accommodation New Zealand  A great guide to the Independent Hostels of New Zealand.
    
• allbackpackers.com.au  A backpackers/hostels directory for Australia.

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