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My time volunteering at Matala Hostel in Crete was an experience I will never forget. I found the opportunity through a new hostel volunteer exchange platform called Laulima Travels and I am so glad I did.

I heard about a hostel on the island of Hvar that was looking for volunteers to help with their reception and bar crawls, and I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to immerse myself in a new culture and make some new friends.

As a solo backpacker, you’re always looking for ways to stretch your budget and travel for longer. One of the best ways to do this is by volunteering in hostels.

Volunteering while on the road is a great way to enhance your travel experience, but it can present some challenges, particularly if you’re trying to balance your time.

There are unwritten guidelines to keep in mind when volunteering in hostels as a solo backpacker. I’ve picked up these tips through my own experiences, and now I’m here to share.

If you’re a solo backpacker, you’re always looking for ways to save money while on the road. And one of the best ways to do that is by finding free room and board opportunities.

More and more people are taking a year off to travel, learn new skills, or simply take a break from the daily grind, and the benefits are endless.