Long-term hostel dwellers respect the rules, contribute to the atmosphere, help to keep the place clean and call the hostel home. LAURA ARANGO takes a peek into the world of visitors setting themselves up in hostels for the long run.
Unpacking Australia
News, advice and information for backpackers down under
Unpacking Australia 
One way to avoide hostels is to stay with people on airbnb! you just search what part of the country you are staying in and then it finds you suitable places that are sometimes cheaper than staying at a backpackers, not crowded and you don’t have to share a room. We’re hosting in Brisbane many wonderful characters from all over the world, and it’s awesome fun! https://www.airbnb.com.au
One way to avoid hostels is to stay with people on airbnb! you just search what part of the country you are staying in and then it finds you suitable places that are sometimes cheaper than staying at a backpackers, not crowded and you don’t have to share a room. We’re hosting in Brisbane many wonderful characters from all over the world, and it’s awesome fun! https://www.airbnb.com.au