Hostelling International-USA is a membership organization that provides you
a wide range of benefits, including:
Access to more than 4,000 hostels in over 60 countries worldwide.
Access to over 100 hostel locations in the United States.
Affordable, safe and clean hostel accommodations.
A free handbook of all U.S. hostels, upon request.
Worldwide discounts in restaurants, retail stores, on attractions and
more.
A monthly online newsletter, HI-USA Travel Bytes, emphasizing travel tips.
Savings up to 85% on international phone calls, free e-mail access,
voicemail and travel information through eKit.
Discounts on Alamo and Hertz car rentals.
Discounts on Greyhound Travel.
Access to programs and activities at local hostels and councils (local
chapters).
Access to making prepaid reservations at hostel locations worldwide.
Worldwide access to commission-free currency exchange.
Free seminars on traveling abroad.
New for 2003, HI-USA members now get free basic international travel
insurance coverage and discounts on optional upgrades.
New for 2003, FreeNites & More is the loyalty program introduced by
Hostelling International to award its members with valuable extras with
their membership.
The types and prices of each membership:
YOUTH: FREE (for those under 18 years of age) ADULT: $28 ANNUALLY (18-54 years of age) SENIOR: $18 ANNUALLY (55+ years of age) LIFE: $250 (one-time fee & open to all ages)
