Hi,
I worked in hostels for many years and realized that there weren't many resources for people who run hostels or who want to open a hostel. I hope that you enjoy the site and find it useful. If you have any suggestions on how to make the site better, please let me know. My goal is to create a resource that will promote hostels and hostelling, especially in places where hostelling is not as common (e.g., here in the USA). Post in this section to introduce yourself to the other forum users.
15 years
I thought I would help you by keeping yet more people from opening hostels in BsAs! :D
Anyway, it is certainly a good place to live. Fantastic city. Stunning girls!
Unlike Calafate. I would go crazy there in a matter of weeks. A small town in the middle of nowhere. Short season, too.
Mendoza is great. I was there in 1994 and wondered why there were no tourists. Funny to hear that it´s crowded now.
15 years
Mendoza is great. I was there in 1994 and wondered why there were no tourists. Funny to hear that it´s crowded now.
Hostelling there is great! Although I prefer open spaces and not fond of crowds.
Right now Mendoza is like Punta del Este to Uruguay. Lots of people, parties and noise. I´d rather head to Cabo polonio where nature isn´t as invaded. But that´s just me...
15 years
Right now Mendoza is like Punta del Este to Uruguay.
That´s crazy. There was not even a hostel when I was there.
15 years
That´s crazy. There was not even a hostel when I was there.
Take a peek. There´s 22 only in hostelworld....
15 years
Its interesting Klaus, you mention "abundance", this does not necessarily mean good competition.... I lived in Argentina for several years, particularly in Buenos Aires, i think good competition leads to imporovements overall in the standard of service. Of course if you were to enter a market you would have to base yourself on a fierce strategy, product, price and the promotion of your service and create that prodcut differentiation. You have to consider that Argentina and Sth America ( as too is Asia) are still an affordable holiday not only for current backpackers market but also for those within the middle social class around the world who are surffering from the global economic downturn and are looking for a new avenue of accomodation more suited to what their budget is... a Hostel. Rio is an interesting city and it may need more hostels, however its not the most cosmopolitan of places and my portugese is non existent.!
Over the last year two major airlines, Qantas and Lufthansa have placed Buenos Aires as hub destination for their new routes, this not only does it open the window for these two airlines but it has major implication on round the world airfares, Firstly Star Alliance, and secondly One world. South Americas biggest problem for the keen tourist was the lack of carriers and hence airfare prices. Here in Australia, last week we saw Aerolineas Argentinas drop their airfares to BSAS to a crazy 994 (AUD) return, a recession can stimulate travel for particluar countries. Hostelling international have reported for their last december quarter an increase in travel in Argentina. Their are many variables to consider however i do believe Argentina has a strong opportunity for a Hostel business. Lets hope i can make it happen.
Steve
15 years
Hello everyone! I'm am new to the site and just excited to gain as much insight as possible. My fiance and I just closed down our fair trade shop and aim to move abroad and start a hostel. We are in the beginning stages of research and creating a business plan. I hope to touch base with others whom may be able to give some advice through our process. Look forward to networking with you all!
Maren Anderson
15 years
My fiance and I just closed down our fair trade shop and aim to move abroad and start a hostel.
Welcome to the site. Where are you thinking about opening your hostel?
15 years
The European Hostel conference would be a good place to meet other hostel owners and get some great ideas and new contacts to help you move ahead with your projects. The conference will be at the end of this month at Dresden and there will be hostel people from all over the world.
If you want any advice, suggestions or other, contact me at [email][email protected][/email] and I would be happy to help you :-)
Robert Coghlan (Catania, Sicily)
15 years
Hello,
I've been lurking on this site long enough that I figured I should introduce myself. My name is Dave and I'm on the verge of opening up a small hostel here in Missoula, Montana. Amazingly, Missoula has been hosteless for nearly 9 years, but all signs point to the demand being strong enough to make this a success. Hoping to open for business by the beginning of June.
Anyway, I look forward to taking advantage of this site and the forum, which appear to be fantastic resources. Thanks.
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