The article celebrates the unique charm and social fabric of youth hostels, contrasting them with luxury accommodations. It highlights the vibrant, diverse mix of guests—from families to military veterans—and their shared experiences within communal spaces. This rich intergenerational atmosphere, complete with quirky amenities like shared kitchens and bunk beds, fosters a sense of community and camaraderie. The author reflects on how youth hostels are a microcosm of society, revealing a radical history rooted in accessibility and collaboration amidst the backdrop of personal family travel.
I love youth hostels... in all their strange, intergenerational, shared washing-up sponges and boot-room glory, they are the best of us.
What I really love about youth hostels is their pure, socially democratic, unlikely mishmash of guests.
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