Tuesday, March 31, 2009

What Does The Economy Mean For Budget Travel?


Most of MiniHostel's travelers are young backpackers looking for world experiences on a year off, Gap year or extended vacation. They are hardly the young, rich and affluent crowd with thousands to spend on high end accommodations. That's part of the reason MiniHostels is so special. Because our travelers appreciate the best accommodations they can get on budget prices.

However, during a time where high end travel is lulling, budget travel seems to be getting more affordable. Flights are cheaper, accommodations can be found at better prices and our amazing travel-loving demographic can enjoy what makes them happiest in the world - traveling the world!

Check out this article we found on how budget travel is fairing during these economically difficult times.

Thursday, March 26, 2009

Welcoming some new faces!

MiniHostels is happy to announce a few new people to our team! We will be employing a few new interns and study abroad students for our office administration and writers. We are happy to be working with our enthusiastic group of new people. They have writing skills, travel experience and will bring some great things to the network.

Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Events!


BAFICI, the international film festival that takes over Buenos Aires is now in full force. You can take in all the film you can muster over the next two weeks until the festival comes to an end on April. 5th. Check out day passes, student discounts and film explanations.

Don't forget the outdoors activities too! La Rural is showing a design exhibition as well as a gaucho-themed horse show for the next five days. Enjoy!

Monday, March 23, 2009

A little about us...

We wanted to take this minute to share what is going on with MiniHostels. We are excited to be working with some of the best programmers in Isreal. Our new site is scheduled to go up before June, if not sooner, which means there will simply be more to enjoy when you visit our site.

As you may know we are now offering reservations made online which means you can book with MiniHostels free of charge.

We also want to be available to all the people who choose MiniHostels over other hostel booking companies. If you have any questions or comments, please let us know! Email us at: info@minihostels.com and we will get back to you promptly.

Thank you for chosing MiniHostels. We love you for it!

Thursday, March 19, 2009

Here To Help

Are you looking for work in South America, specifically Buenos Aires? Check out the MiniHostels webpage and take a look at our work and travel section. We want to help connect you with that job that will help you stay and work in South America so you can stay long and enjoy the experience. Finding the right job can mean the difference between a year in South America or only six months.

MiniHostels connecting travelers to jobs and lifelong experiences in South America. Take a look and ask us about volunteering too!

Wednesday, March 18, 2009

Woof woof. Meow.


We want to eat them up too. They're just so cute. But in all seriousness, here at MiniHostels we not only address travel realted issues but issues surrounding the things that go on in our city. So, in Buenos Aires there is a serious stray problem with dogs and cats that are in desparate need of a good home. If you're an expatraite looking for a new best friend to call your own, check out the facebook group Adopciones Buenos Aires (Animales abandonados). They have amazing updates and links to those little furry creatures that you know are meant to be yours. Enjoy!

Monday, March 16, 2009

When The Amazing Happens


MiniHostels has just been published in Lonely Planet Buenos Aires. It's probably because of our incredible hostel choices, free reservations, great locations and amazing accessiblity. Whatever the reason, we're stoked and want to thank all of you for making us what we are. Gracias!