Eastern Escapade

Time to dive deep into the dynamic and historic cities of Eastern Europe. Get a feel for what it’s like to be European in today’s world. See the remnants of the Soviet Era in cities like Berlin and Warsaw. Check out the palaces in Vienna, and finish up by relaxing in a Turkish bath in the Hungarian capital, Budapest!

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Description

DAY 1

Arrive in the capital of Germany

Back to Germany–this time we’re in the country’s capital of Berlin! The city offers an interesting modern take on Europe–most of the urban area was destroyed in World War II and rebuilt after. The legacy of the Berlin Wall still lives on as well, with architecture and culture distinctly divided where it used to split the city in two.

What to do:

  • Hop off your train at Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Berlin’s modern central train station–spend a bit wandering around the massive, multi-level complex.
  • Walk across the Spree River and pass by the German Chancellery building, the equivalent of America’s White House.
  • Reach the glass-dome-topped Reichstag, the home of the German Parliament.
  • Head inside and make your way up to the dome, where you can peer down to the legislators below–after the country was reunited, the Germans wanted to keep an eye on their government to keep it away from tyranny.
  • Next, walk to the right of the building and find yourself looking at Brandenburg Gate,
  • Hungry? Grab some currywurst–a fast food dish made of fried pork sausage and curry ketchup that Berlin is known for.

DAY 2

Start Exploring Berlin

Learn a little about the early history of Berlin, persisting through the Brandenburg state, the Kingdom of Prussia, the German Empire, and the Weimar Republic. Explore some areas formerly under Soviet control before ending with a night out in the city that’s the world capital of techno music.

What to do:

  • Start the morning on museum island, where six different museums are located on the Spree River.
  • Stand guard at the famous Checkpoint Charlie, formerly the location of one of the tensest border crossings in the world.
  • Stroll down Unter den Linden, Berlin’s main boulevard that is “under the linden trees”.
  • Starting at the Brandenburg Gate, you’ll pass by embassies, statues, museums, libraries, and more.
  • End the walk at Alexanderplatz, a historic city square located in the Mitte district of the city.
  • Nearby, ascend the Fernsehturm, known in English as the TV Tower. At 1,207 feet high, the structure built by the East Germans is the 2nd highest building in the EU today.
  • Consider a night out at some of the most famous clubs in the world.

DAY 3

Learn about the city’s troubled history

Berlin had a turbulent 20th century. From the reign of the Third Reich to its time split between communist and capitalist forces, Berlin faced constant terror, destruction, and divide. The legacy of the Nazis and of the Berlin Wall era remain to this day. You’ll get a chance to learn more about the interesting history of the capital of Germany.

What to do:

  • Take a sobering walk through the city’s Holocaust memorial, located close to the Brandenburg Gate.
  • Nearby, visit a parking lot–here you’ll find a small sign noting the former location of the Fuhrerbunker, where Hitler spent his last weeks before committing suicide.
  • Check out the modern Potsdamer Platz and grab a bite to eat.
  • Continue to the Topography of Terror, located on the site of the headquarters of the Nazi secret police. Learn about the Gestapo’s reign of terror on the country.
  • Visit the Wall Museum, to learn more about the famous border wall erected overnight in 1961 to keep East German citizens from escaping to the west.
  • A short walk away, walk between remnants of the divider at the Berlin Wall Memorial, and read stories about citizens who tried to get around it.

DAY 4

Free day in Warsaw!

Spend a day relaxing in the city.

What to do:

  • It’s up to you!

DAY 5

Free day in Warsaw!

Spend a day relaxing in the city.

What to do:

  • It’s up to you!

DAY 6

Explore medieval Krakow

As one of the most well-preserved medieval cities in Europe, Krakow offers visitors a unique atmosphere. Dating back to the 7th century, the city has traditionally been a leading center of art, architecture, and academia in Poland.

What to do:

  • Visit the city’s market square, Rynek Główny,
  • Learn about the history of the Cloth Hall, a trading post from the Renaissance.
  • Spend some time in St. Mary’s Basilica, a Gothic church built during the 1300s.
  • Walk down the
  • Head out at night and enjoy yourself at some well-priced local bars–Krakow is a hub for nightlife!

DAY 7

Remember Poland’s difficult past

Poland had a particularly hard time during the Second World War, with Germany causing great abuse and destruction in the country. Alternatively, spend the day exploring the Wawel Royal Castle or going to the Wieliczka salt mines.

What to do:

  • Take a free walking tour of the city’s Jewish quarter, called Kazimierz.
  • Visit the factory of Oskar Schindler, made famous by the seven Academy Award-winning film Schindler’s List.
  • Spend half a day at the Auschwitz-Birkenau concentration camp, the most notorious location of the Jewish Holocaust.
  • Alternatively, go explore the Wawel Royal Castle and its beautiful gardens.

DAY 8

Catch the opera in Vienna

Welcome to Vienna, the city of music! Home of famous composers like Beethoven and Brahms, Vienna is now a modern cosmopolitan hub of culture and intellect. From the Hapsburgs to Sigmund Freud, Vienna has often been the heart of Europe and academia.

What to do:

  • Stand in front of and marvel at the St. Stephen’s Cathedral, with its massive 448-foot tall spire and multicolored tile roof.
  • If you’re ready for some exercise, climb the 343 steps to the church’s top.
  • Walk down the nearby Graben, one of the city’s famous streets–don’t miss the Pestsäule, a monument for victims of the Great Plague of Vienna.
  • Reach the Hofburg Palace, the seat of power for the Hapsburgs that ruled much of Europe.
  • Take a quick ride on the city’s iconic tram system, circling the center of town.
  • Make your way to the famous State Opera House in the evening. Consider viewing a show–if you don’t want to spend money, catch the projected live stream on the outside!

DAY 9

Get to know the Hapsburgs

Vienna is used to being in the spotlight. The city’s long history includes periods of being the center of the largest empire in Europe–the Holy Roman Empire controlled by the Hapsburgs. Today, spend some time at their massive summer palace and imagine what it would have been like to live in the empire.

What to do:

  • Spend the first half of the day at the summer retreat of the Habsburg monarchs of the Holy Roman Empire–the 1400-room Schönbrunn Palace.
  • Spend an hour wandering the massive complex’s intricate gardens.
  • See where Mozart, at six years old, performed for Viennese Royalty.
  • Go to the museum quarter and check out either the Natural History Museum or the Kunsthistorische Museum.
  • Consider eating some schnitzel on a river cruise down the Danube.
  • Join our pub crawl and spend a night tasting a variety of the country’s great beers.

DAY 10

Reach the Czech capital

On to the Czech Republic–we’re now in Prague! Known as the “City of a Hundred Spires” because of its Gothic churches and towers, Prague feels like you’re living in an old fairytale. Today, walk through the old town and take in the unique Bohemian atmosphere.

What to do:

  • Cross the river Vltava and head up to the Prague Castle, the largest castle complex in the world that’s also a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Within the castle grounds, go into the massive gothic St. Vitus Cathedral.
  • On Castle Hill, find beautiful views of the city below, consisting of a sea of red roofs.
  • Walk across the Charles Bridge on your way to the city’s old town. Stop to marvel at the large statues that line the bridge’s sides.
  • Hang out in the 10th-century Old Town Square in the evening with the surrounding buildings lit up in a golden light.
  • Enjoy some good Czech beer if you go on our pub crawl!

DAY 11

Enjoy Prague’s Bohemian vibes

Another day in the beautiful Czech city! Take today to further explore the capital of the country. Spend some time in the new part of the city and learn about the area’s history. Then, wander the streets and get off the beaten path–you won’t regret it.

What to do:

  • Take a walk down the more-modern Wenceslas Square, the site of protest with hundreds of thousands of people during the 1989 Velvet Revolution.
  • Visit one of the city’s original gates made in the 15th century, known as the Powder Tower.
  • Next door, walk inside the art nouveau Municipal House.
  • Get lost in the narrow cobblestone streets of the old town.
  • Back in the old square, watch the 600-year-old astronomical make its performance on the hour.
  • Explore the city’s Jewish Quarter, a vibrant neighborhood full of shops and restaurants.

DAY 12

Free day in Prague!

Spend a day relaxing in the city.

What to do:

  • It’s up to you!

DAY 13

Visit both Buda and Pest

Make your way south to Hungary and its capital, Budapest. The city was created in 1873 by combining Buda on the west bank of the Danube with Pest on the east. Controlled by both the Romans and by the Turks at one point,

What to do:

  • Walk along the Danube River to the famous Hungarian Parliament building.
  • Cross the Chain Bridge that spans across the Danube, taking in the amazing views in the process.
  • Stroll along the terraces of the iconic Fisherman’s Bastion, overlooking the Danube and the city below.
  • At the bottom of the Castle District, have the option to take the funicular up to the palace.
  • Explore the palace complex of Buda Castle, the 13th century.
  • Go out on the town–join our pub crawl at the hostel!

DAY 14

Explore the “The Paris of the East”

Another day in the amazing city of Budapest. Start out by visiting a synagogue before exploring a bustling Hungarian marketplace. Finally, learn about the country’s tumultuous history and see relics of the communist era.

What to do:

  • Visit the Dohány Street Synagogue, one of the largest in Europe.
  • Spend lunchtime wandering through the Great Market Hall, picking up bites to eat from the hundreds of stalls.
  • Cross the Szabadság híd, known in English as the Liberty Bridge, and arrive at the bottom of Gellért Hill.
  • Take the path to the Citadel at the top for some of the best views of the city.
  • Reflect at the House of Terror, a museum detailing the fascists and communist regimes that controlled the country for much of the 20th century.
  • Take public transport out to Memento Park, filled with statues from the country’s communist era.

DAY 15

Relax in the famous Turkish baths

Spend a relaxing day walking down the city’s main boulevard to Budapest’s park. Check out a cool Transylvanian castle before dipping into the thermal baths of the park. Then, spend your last night out on the town!

What to do:

  • Peek into St. Stephen’s Basilica, the highest building and the largest church in the city.
  • Take a stroll down Andrássy Avenue, another UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • Find yourself at Heroes’ Square, featuring statues of national heroes along with the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier.
  • Head into the park behind the square, and see the Transylvanian Vajdahunyad Castle surrounded by lakes.
  • Take a dip in the Turkish baths of Széchenyi, the largest of their type in Europe.
  • Make sure to check out the smaller baths within the building, as well as the ones outside.
  • Have a few beers in some underground bars in the area.

What's Included

Voyista partners with the best hostels in Europe and South America.

Find homes away from home. 

We only partner with top-rated hostels that we have verified for quality. Each one has an amazing atmosphere and will be filled with travelers like you. Don’t worry about finding a good place to stay a night–we will make sure you are sleeping in style.

We book you on the best connections to your next city.

Don’t worry about searching for hours for cheap tickets.

Voyista covers all travel from one city to the next on your trip. We have spend hundreds of hours finding the most effective connections. You’ll usually be traveling by train, and sometimes by air. We optimize departure times to make sure your travel is enjoyable.

Voyista offers you a meal each day of your journey.

Who likes to eat?

You’ll have the option to eat a meal at the hostel for every day of your trip. Usually, we’ll offer a breakfast in our partner hostels. In some cities, there will be a dinner included instead! These meals offer a great chance to meet other travelers, either before heading out to the attractions for the day or the bars for the night!

You have the opportunity to join a free walking tour when you arrive in a new city.

Get to know the city with a local.

Almost every one of our destination cities has free walking tours offered by our partner hostel. Take the time to familiarize yourself with the new city and learn some of its history. It’s also a great way to meet other travelers!

You’ll get everything you need in advance.

Easily access all your tickets, reservations, and itineraries.

Access reservation and ticket downloads, complete itineraries for your trip, and a full guide on how to travel safely and effectively abroad. This includes guidelines on packing, safety, spending money, and anything else you may need. No matter where in the world you are, you’ll be able to login on this site and access everything you will need for your Voyista journey.

Have directions to your hostel, train station, and suggested attractions.

Know where you are 24/7.

Once you purchase your trip, we’ll send you information on how to download your trip to our suggested maps app. This will allow you to have your itinerary with you 24/7. You’ll see where you are on a map with the GPS on your phone, and have offline directions to anywhere you want to go.

Our Voyista Promise

Here at Voyista, we do the most we can to ensure your trip will be an experience of a lifetime. That’s why we have hand-picked the best accommodations across the world for young travelers to stay in. At the same time, we are taking the hard planning of travel away and leaving the raw moments for you to experience. We promise that you won’t forget your journey for the rest of your life.

Listed below are the full details of the agreement you make with Voyista when you book a trip. “Voyista Booking Information” will answer most of your questions about your trip’s details, “Voyista Release and Agreement” is the legal agreement you make with us when you purchase a trip, and “Voyista Privacy Policy” details how we will use your information on our site. Please feel free to contact support@voyista.com if any of your questions are unanswered!

 

Voyista Booking Terms and Conditions

Outlined below are the booking conditions for your Voyista trip. These conditions are current, as of January 1st, 2018.

1) What am I paying for?

When you pay for your Voyista trip in full, the following is included:

  • Accommodation for each night of your travel. This usually means staying in some of the best hostels across the world, which we hand-pick and verify for a variety of traits. They will have safe sleeping conditions, opportunities for social interaction, and front desk support available 24/7. On some longer trips, you may spend a couple nights zipping to your next city in a night train, where you’ll have a spot in a bunk to sleep.
  • A meal is included every day. This typically will be a European-style breakfast. This usually consists of baked bread, toast, juice, milk, sliced meat, cheese, spreads, and/or fruit. Some nights you’ll have an included dinner instead, often consisting of local cuisine. Our partner hostels arrange these meals and their times vary, so make note of when the meals are when you arrive in a new city.
  • All transportation from one city to the next is covered. You’ll usually be traveling by rail or plane. When these methods are occasionally not viable to go to some cities, you’ll take a coach bus.
  • Airport transfers within your trip are covered. We’ll tell you how to get to the airport the best way to make your Voyista flight. We may provide you with money in advance for you to pay in cash for the transportation.
  • Walking tours in most destination cities. These tours often focus on the history and identities of cities. Some walking tours have a specific cultural focus as well. The tours are facilitated by partner hostels. The guides rely on tips, which are appropriate if you feel you got something positive out of the tour.

What does my deposit include?

  • Your deposit secures a spot on the Voyista trip that you chose.
  • We won’t start booking reservations for your actual trip until you pay in full, however.
  • You may get a full refund within 48 hours of booking your deposit. After 48 hours but before 40 days prior to departure, you can transfer your deposit to another trip or cancel your trip and keep it as credit. Once you pay in full, however, you are committed to your listed departure date.
  • If you selected the flight booking option, we will send you the cheapest airfares we can find to and from your Voyista trip, within 48 hours.

The following is NOT included with your Voyista trip:

  • Travel insurance isn’t included. We strongly recommend purchasing travel insurance for your journey to cover any unforeseen medical expenses or extenuating circumstances.
  • Any meals not specified in your trip itinerary. Lunch will never be covered by Voyista, so plan on bringing spending money for these meals.
  • Any expenses that result from rescheduling, delay, or cancellation of flights, trains, buses, or reservations that occur from events that are out of Voyista’s control (bad weather, strikes, mechanical failure, etc.). We’ll do our best to accommodate you though in these occurrences.
  • Any fees relating to visas, passports, or immigration are not included in your Voyista trip.
  • Transportation within cities or to excursions during your free time is not covered by Voyista.
  • Entrance fees, fares, and tariffs of daily activities within cities are not covered by Voyista. You are free to pick and choose what you want to do and whether you spend money during your free time!

2) What should I know about the accommodation?

We strive to book you in top-rated hostels that we’ve personally verified as being great for travel. Here is some information about where you’ll be staying:

  • The places we book you in will have English-speaking staff, and have a worker available at the front desk 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you ever have a question or problem, feel free to go to them for help.
  • You’ll be staying in shared rooms, which often include bunk beds. Most other travelers there will be like you–going from city to city and enjoying the world!
  • Lockers will be available to store your personal belongings. We recommend keeping the most valuable things with you during the day, however.
  • There may be key deposits that you will have to give to the front desk when you arrive (typically no more than about five dollars). When you checkout, remember to get this deposit back.
  • Hostels will offer social activities for you to meet other travelers and explore the city. Consider spending a few dollars to go out on the pub crawl, or enjoy a free walking tour during the day!
  • Your hostel will offer you a breakfast and/or dinner every day of your trip. Make sure to take advantage of this! Eating times will change from hostel to hostel, though, so keep this in mind.
  • If you request it, we can try to book you in same-gender rooms as often as possible. This isn’t guaranteed, however.

3) What should I know about the transportation?

We will get you from city to city in the most effective way possible. You’ll usually be taking train or plane. Here’s what you should know:

  • Plan to arrive at the airport at least two hours before departure and at the train station at least 30 minutes before departure. Make sure you have your boarding passes and passport.
  • We book our travelers on trains when possible, as they are the most scenic and enjoyable way to go from city center to city center. Sometimes travel by air is more effective, so we’ll book plane tickets for you in this scenario. In some rare instances, a bus is the most viable option, and we’ll book you in a coach if this is the case.
  • We’ll cover your transportation to the airport. This usually involves taking a bus or the metro from the city center. We’ll offer you detailed instructions on how to get there. We may refund you the cost of this transportation so you can pay for it in cash in person.
  • If you miss a connection or departure, we are not responsible for getting you to the next location. You may have to purchase a new ticket or find alternative methods of transportation. If you contact us, we’ll do our best to help you–but keep in mind that you’re fully responsible for any cost of getting caught back up to where you should be.

4) What is Voyista’s suggested maps app?

Our suggested maps app allows you to never get lost and have directions available to you offline, 24/7 on your phone. Here’s how it works:

  • Once you purchase a trip, receive a link to download the trip to our suggested maps app.
  • You can download all the cities in advance and have access to ATMs, restaurants, grocery stores, train stations, our hostels, and your full itinerary.
  • You’ll have this information offline, so you won’t need wifi to pull it up. If you have GPS on your phone, it will show your location, too!
  • Get directions to anywhere you want to go, any time. This makes finding your way back to our hostel late at night a breeze!
  • During the day, go to some of the best restaurants we suggest or to some of the cities’ top attractions. All of these will be color-coded by category and visible with pins on the app!

5) What are the included suggested itineraries?

Voyista offers a comprehensive suggested itinerary for each trip listed on our site. These itineraries include daily activities that we suggest for each city. They are only a suggestion, however; you are free to do whatever you want! Spend the day relaxing in the hostel if you want, or go out and explore–it’s your choice. The itineraries we offer are expertly curated and we recommend that you explore the attractions we suggest. The costs/entrance fees for these suggested sites, however, are not included in your Voyista trip. We tell you how much they cost; the nice thing is, many of the attractions are free!

6) When should I book my Voyista trip?

We recommend booking your trip and paying for it in full as soon as you can. This will us to finalize your journey details sooner and ensure that you get booked in our number one choices for partner hostels. You’ll ensure that you get better connections from city to city, as some will get fully booked the longer you wait.

7) Do I need travel insurance?

We recommend purchasing travel insurance for your Voyista journey. We do not offer it at this time for purchase. Travel insurance will cover any unforeseen medical expenses and other costs you may unexpectedly incur on your Voyista trip. Voyista, Inc. is not liable for any of these costs; they will be your responsibility. Because of this, travel insurance is a good idea to purchase.

8) If I haven’t paid in full, how can I change my trip or departure date?

If you would like to change your trip or departure date and it is still more than 40 days before your trip, feel free to email us at support@voyista.com.

9) Can I book within 30 days of my desired departure date?

You will not be able to book a trip departing in less than 30 days on our website. Call us or email us at support@voyista.com if you require traveling sooner this. We may be able to still book your trip, but we can’t guarantee anything.

10) What if Voyista needs to modify or cancel my trip?

We’ll keep you fully updated if, for some reason, we have to modify your trip because of something on our end. If this change affects the overall value of the trip significantly, we may offer you an appropriate refund at our discretion. This isn’t likely to happen, however–we’ll do our best to help you see the world!

11) When can I get a refund?

If you have only paid the deposit and it is more than 30 days before your travel date, we can transfer the deposit to another date or another trip. If you have paid in full, we cannot offer you a refund of any amount, unfortunately, given that things are booked in advance. If something (such as a meal, transfer, etc.) is missing from your trip while you travel, please feel free to email us at support@voyista.com. If we find it was our fault, we can offer you a refund that corresponds to the value of what we failed to include.

12) What if I need to leave my trip early?

We will try to work with you if you leave your trip early, but we can’t guarantee you a refund of any amount in this scenario. All your reservations will be booked in advance and many can’t be refunded. We are also not responsible for your transportation or accommodation once you stray from your original itinerary in this scenario.

13) What is Voyista’s cancellation policy?

If you have only paid the deposit and have to cancel your trip more than 30 days in advance, you use the deposit for another trip or for different dates. If you have paid in full for your trip and then cancel, however, we can’t guarantee you a refund of any amount. This is because we start booking your reservations as soon as you pay in full. We will try to recover some of the amount, but unfortunately we can’t offer a refund of any amount. Because of this, make sure you are committed to traveling when you pay in full for your journey!

14) Will you find my flights to and from the beginning and end cities on my trip?

Yes! We offer a service to do this after you select your trip. It will cost a $100, and we will find you the best deals available for your date range, guaranteed. If you find cheaper flights on the same dates, send them to us and we’ll refund you the charge. Keep in mind that we will not actually book the flights for you; rather, we will send you links for you to purchase them yourself. Voyista doesn’t book anything until you arrive at our partner hostel the first day of your trip.

15) How does payment for my trip work?

There are two options of payment for your Voyista trip::

  • Pay in full when booking your trip. You will pay everything at once, up front.
  • Pay a deposit when initially booking your trip. You’ll then be responsible for paying the remaining balance at least 30 days before your departure date. If you don’t do so, you’ll be liable for late fees, trip cancellation, and/or loss of your deposit.

We accept major card brands. You may have to call your bank in advance to authorize the large payment going through. If you have issues with paying these amounts in mass, we may be able to work out alternative multi-payment solutions. Email us at support@voyista.com if you require a special arrangement (we can’t guarantee a solution, however).

16) Can I make special travel arrangements?

Yes, you can! We can usually work with you if you require special adjustments to your Voyista trip. We may be available to do some of the following (charging you more when needed):

  • Add or remove days in certain cities.
  • Remove or add certain destinations to your trip.
  • Book private rooms in our partner hostels.
  • Add or remove days from the beginning or end of your trip.

We can’t guarantee anything, though. This is all conditional. Email us at support@voyista.com if you have special requests that you absolutely need. We can tell you before you book if it’s possible. When you actually book a trip, only do so if you are content with no special arrangements being available. We can’t ensure anything without talking to you beforehand.

17) When does my tour officially begin and end?

Your Voyista trip begins when you check in to our Voyista partner hostel on the first day of your trip. It ends the morning after the last day of Voyista-booked accommodation. We are not responsible for any bookings or reservations outside these time periods.

18) How should I prepare for my Voyista trip?

We offer you a comprehensive packing list and preparation guide once your purchase a trip. There are a few things that you should start considering before you buy a trip:

  • Make sure you have a passport that will be valid for SIX MONTHS AFTER your trip ends.
  • Apply for and acquire any necessary visas for your journey. Check your country’s state department to see what is needed. Voyista isn’t responsible for getting you a passport or any visas.
  • If you know which trip you will be taking and when you will be departing, purchase your plane tickets as soon as possible. Prices will go up considerably the longer you wait. If you can’t find any good deals, consider having us search for cheap flights for you.

Release and Agreement

By signing and electronically submitting the Voyista checkout form and purchasing a trip, I understand and agree to the following stipulations and recognize that I am the one taking this trip (or am a parent/guardian of said person if they are under the age of 18):

  1. I understand and acknowledge that this tour is marketed by Voyista, Inc., a US-based booking agency that coordinates travel outside the United States.
  2. Voyista, Inc. and affiliated companies, partners, and other companies acting on its behalf (including employees, officers, agents, independent contractors, and representatives of Voyista, Inc.) do not own or operate any of the entities that provide good and services for our journeys (including hostels, transportation companies, walking tour companies, food providers, or any other providers of excursions or activity). I acknowledge and realize that all these entities, companies, and persons are independent contractors and are not employees of Voyista, Inc..
  3. Without limitation, Voyista, Inc. is not responsible for any traveler’s losses or damages of property, injury, death, delay, or inconvenience in connection to or in cause of any goods or services offered by Voyista, Inc.. Voyista, Inc. is not liable for any of these occurrences, which may result from, but is not limited to acts of God, acts of government, acts of war or civil unrest, acts of terrorism, strikes or related labor activities, criminal activities, overbooking, downgrading of accommodations, problems with accommodations (heating, electrical, plumbing, etc.), mechanical failure or other problems with airplane, train, or bus transportation that affects the ability to depart or arrive on scheduled time, disease, sickness, epidemics, food poisoning, lack of access to adequate medical care, problems with evacuation in emergency, any negligent or willful failure or acts of a third party, or any other cause that is not in the direct control of Voyista, Inc..
  4. I agree to release Voyista, Inc. from, and agree not to sue Voyista, Inc. for, any and all claims of any nature related to my participation and purchase of a Voyista-sponsored trip. This includes, but is not limited to, claims for breach of contract, negligence, breach of express or implied warranties, wrongful death, or any statutorily based claim. I hereby unequivocally and unconditionally waive any and all claims and demands for any damages, costs, expenses, and losses of any nature whatsoever, including attorney’s fees, on arising out of or on account of any and all personal injury, bodily injury, death, mental anguish, emotional distress, property, or any other damage that I may suffer because of any cause whatsoever in any relation to my participation in a Voyista, Inc. tour. I agree to release Voyista, Inc. from any and all decisions to cancel, delay, or modify the tour as a result of unforeseeable events that are beyond the reasonable control of Voyista, Inc.. These events include occurrences or situations that make the tour impossible or commercially unreasonable, unsustainable, or impractical for Voyista, Inc. to conduct. Voyista, Inc. may also make necessary changes to increase the quality of the tour; I release Voyista, Inc. from any and all decisions related to this as well.
  5. Voyista, Inc. shall have no liability or responsibility for me whatsoever when I am absent from Voyista activities, including free time in cities, as well as periods of time before Voyista journey begins and after my Voyista journey ends.
  6. I agree to the fact that my Voyista tour begins with the check in to my Voyista-arranged accommodation on my first travel day and ends upon the morning after my last night in Voyista-arranged accommodation. Flights to these beginning and end cities are not included on my Voyista journey and I am responsible for finding transportation to the beginning city and from the ending city of my journey.
  7. I understand that travel abroad is different than travel within the United States and that it is not similar in many ways. Travel outside of the United States can possibly involve risk and inconvenience, including but not limited to climate, geographic, natural, hygienic, infrastructural, transportation, civil, criminal, or stability conditions. I understand that medical facilities may not be immediately available or at all available during part or all of my Voyista journey and may not be equal to the medical conditions of my own country. I assume all risk of any and all bodily injury, emotional or mental trauma, death, property loss or damage, and inconvenience resulting from negligence or any acts from all persons or entities related to my Voyista trip and caused by any (but not limited to) the conditions just mentioned. I have the intention and will fully assume all risks of this overseas travel and participation in my Voyista, Inc. trip and to release Voyista, Inc. from any and all liabilities to the maximum extent permitted by law.
  8. I understand, acknowledge, and agree to the fact that this release includes and applies to activities not directly offered by Voyista, Inc. on my tour that may be considered risky. This includes, but is not limited to, activities such as skydiving, surfing, water-related activities, cultural-related activities, extreme sports, as well as the use or operation of vehicles, including but not limited to mopeds, scooters, motorbikes, motorcycles, cars, and ATVs.
  9. I understand and agree to the fact that Voyista, Inc. reserves the right to refuse or cancel my trip at its sole discretion. If this event occurs, fees and refunds will be allocated according to the Voyista booking and cancellation policy. I understand that if this occurs within 40 days of my trip’s beginning, I may not have the right to any refund.
  10. Any and all loss or damage to baggage or property, or death or injury, resulting from travel by air carrier is subject to and limited by the airlines’ contract of carriage, its tariff, and the Montreal Convention or Warsaw Convention and their amendments, or both.
  11. I understand and agree to abide by any and all local laws while I am traveling on a Voyista journey, including those related to the consumption of drugs and alcohol. I understand that disobeying or abusing these said laws, even if done so unintentionally, will waive my right to a refund of any part of the cost of my journey. This may also result in cancellation of my journey at my own expense and result in me being responsible for finding transportation back home. I understand that if local authorities are to be involved, I will be subject to the laws of the country that I am visiting and actions resulting in my incarceration will result in immediate termination of my Voyista journey. I agree to waive the right to a refund for any of my Voyista jouney’s price and am responsible for any transportation if this is to occur.
  12. If I become incapacitated or ill during my Voyista journey, Voyista, Inc. is not responsible for any costs relating to medical treatment or transportation to medical facilities or transportation to another country or back home. Voyista, Inc. and its contracted entities reserve the right to contact the emergency contact given prior to departure on my Voyista journey for any reason whatsoever. I agree to the fact that these rights listed transcend and all privacy regulations that may apply. Voyista, Inc. makes no warranty that it will be able to properly cause appropriate treatment to be administered or timely administered in the case of injury. Voyista, Inc. is also not responsible for monitoring my health or any health care that I may necessitate on my Voyista journey.
  13. I agree to abide by Voyista, Inc.’s regulations and directions of any personnel or entity contracted by Voyista, Inc. during my travel. These personnel include, but are not limited to, any workers at booked accommodation, workers at the airport or train station, bus drivers, flight attendants, or train conductors. These regulations may include, but are not limited to prohibitions on driving/renting motor vehicles, possession and/or usage of drugs or alcohol, overconsumption of drugs or alcohol, disruptive actions, damage to property, or causing or threatening bodily harm to another person. I acknowledge and agree that Voyista, Inc. or its contacted entities may dismiss me from my trip, accommodation, or transportation at my sole expense for the failure of not following such rules or directions, or for any other reason that Voyista, Inc. or its contracted entities deem in its sole discretion requires my dismissal from my tour, accommodation, or transportation. I understand and acknowledge that in the case of said event, I waive the right to a refund of any part of my trip price, and that Voyista, Inc. may terminate my trip, which in this case I am fully responsible for the price of arranging further transportation and accommodation from then on.
  14. I acknowledge, understand, and agree to abide by the times scheduled on my Voyista, Inc. trip related to itinerary locations, including but not limited to departures from cities and arrival at accommodations. Failure to be on time for a scheduled departure or arrival may result in Voyista, Inc. or its contracted entities to leave without me, refuse my accommodation, or not offer me transportation. In this case, I will be fully responsible to make my own arrangements at my own expense to catch up to my original itinerary plans. Voyista, Inc. is not responsible whatsoever for arranging this.
  15. I understand that it is my full responsibility to obtain the necessary travel documents, including but not limited to passports, visas, and reservations, unless specifically arranged by Voyista, Inc.. Failure to secure these documents does not constitute grounds for a refund of any amount from Voyista, Inc.. I also understand that Voyista is not responsible for the loss of passports, visas, airline tickets, train tickets, or any other documents. I understand that Voyista is not responsible for lost or damaged luggage or any other belongings. In the case of a lost airline or train ticket, or a missed Voyista, Inc. booked flight, train, or bus, I acknowledge that I am solely responsible for meeting the airline’s, train company’s, and/or bus company’s requirements, both logistical and financial, for replacing said ticket and travel arrangement.
  16. I understand that Voyista, Inc. reserves the right to make changes in my trip’s itinerary and departure date, and to change transportation arrangements, including substituting airline or method of travel from city to city. In the event that this occurs, refunds may be appropriately allocated at the discretion of Voyista, Inc..
  17. I understand that I am fully responsible for any personal expenses that I incur while staying at Voyista-arranged accommodation or while traveling on Voyista-arranged transportation. This includes, but is not limited to, phone call charges, damage costs, and any other extra charges incurred for any reason. I will be required to pay upfront at the hostel. In the case that Voyista, Inc. is charged, I will be appropriately charged for the amount on my given method of payment.
  18. I understand that this trip is organized primarily for those aged 18 to 35 years of age. Booking is not allowed for those aged under 18 at the time of travel. Those aged over 35 at the time of travel may still book a journey, but I understand that, in this case, I may be placed in alternative accommodations that may not be up to the quality standards set by Voyista for its usual accommodation. This will occur in cases where the partner hostel has an age ceiling in place for its occupants. I understand that Voyista curated journeys that are intended for younger travelers, in terms of accommodation, transportation, and activities that are chosen.
  19. This Release and Agreement along with Voyista’s Booking Conditions constitute the entire agreement between Voyista, Inc. and me with reference to the subject matter within the agreements and conditions. I understand that I do not rely upon any promises or agreements that are not included within the agreements and conditions listed here, including but not limited to any oral statements made to my by Voyista workers or contracted entities, or any marketing by Voyista on social media or on other mediums. This agreement may only be amended or modified in a writing signed by Voyista, Inc.. The waiver by Voyista, Inc. by any provision of this agreement shall in no way affect any of the remaining provisions of this agreement, and the agreement shall be interpreted as if such clause or provision was not contained in this agreement.
  20. This agreement and performance of it shall be governed in all respects, by the substantive laws of the State of Connecticut. In the event of a claim by either party, dispute or proceeding arising out of my relationship with Voyista, Inc., or any claim that arises, whether or not related to this agreement, the literature of the Voyista trip or the Voyista trip itself, shall be resolved solely in courts of the State of Connecticut and/or the United States District Court for the District of Connecticut.
  21. Voyista, Inc. and its contracted entities may use any photographic, film, video, or digital likeness taken of me, as well as any of my comments while on a Voyista, Inc. trip, and any of my own photographic, film, video, or digital content shared by me with Voyista, Inc. through any format, for use of future publicity or marketing and without compensation to me. I understand this, and also agree to have Voyista, Inc. use my contact information for future Voyista, Inc. promotions. I have read the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy outlined at www.voyista.com and I consent to Voyista, Inc.’s processing of my personal data as set forth in the privacy policy mentioned. Electronically submit your acceptance of the conditions listed above only after you have read these documents in full and understand the contents and effects of these agreements. This electronic signature is made when you purchase your trip in full or make a deposit on the Voyista website. If you book over the phone, you will have to go online and electronically agree to these conditions. If you fail to agree to these Booking Conditions and Release and Agreement, you will forfeit your travel and be subject to a cancellation of your Voyista trip.
Privacy Policy
This privacy policy has been compiled to better serve those who are concerned with how their ‘Personally Identifiable Information’ (PII) is being used online. PII, as described in US privacy law and information security, is information that can be used on its own or with other information to identify, contact, or locate a single person, or to identify an individual in context. Please read our privacy policy carefully to get a clear understanding of how we collect, use, protect or otherwise handle your Personally Identifiable Information in accordance with our website.
What personal information do we collect from the people that visit our blog, website or app?
When ordering or registering on our site, as appropriate, you may be asked to enter your name, email address, mailing address, phone number, credit card information, passport number or other details to help you with your experience.
When do we collect information?
We collect information from you when you register on our site, place an order, subscribe to a newsletter, respond to a survey, fill out a form, Use Live Chat, Open a Support Ticket or enter information on our site.

Provide us with feedback on our products or services 

How do we use your information?

We may use the information we collect from you when you register, make a purchase, sign up for our newsletter, respond to a survey or marketing communication, surf the website, or use certain other site features in the following ways:

       To personalize your experience and to allow us to deliver the type of content and product offerings in which you are most interested.
       To improve our website in order to better serve you.
       To allow us to better service you in responding to your customer service requests.
       To administer a contest, promotion, survey or other site feature.
       To quickly process your transactions.
       To ask for ratings and reviews of services or products
       To follow up with them after correspondence (live chat, email or phone inquiries)
How do we protect your information?

Our website is scanned on a regular basis for security holes and known vulnerabilities in order to make your visit to our site as safe as possible.

We use regular Malware Scanning.

Your personal information is contained behind secured networks and is only accessible by a limited number of persons who have special access rights to such systems, and are required to keep the information confidential. In addition, all sensitive/credit information you supply is encrypted via Secure Socket Layer (SSL) technology.
We implement a variety of security measures when a user places an order enters, submits, or accesses their information to maintain the safety of your personal information.
All transactions are processed through a gateway provider and are not stored or processed on our servers.
Do we use ‘cookies’?
Yes. Cookies are small files that a site or its service provider transfers to your computer’s hard drive through your Web browser (if you allow) that enables the site’s or service provider’s systems to recognize your browser and capture and remember certain information. For instance, we use cookies to help us remember and process the items in your shopping cart. They are also used to help us understand your preferences based on previous or current site activity, which enables us to provide you with improved services. We also use cookies to help us compile aggregate data about site traffic and site interaction so that we can offer better site experiences and tools in the future.
We use cookies to:
       Help remember and process the items in the shopping cart.
       Understand and save user’s preferences for future visits.
       Compile aggregate data about site traffic and site interactions in order to offer better site experiences and tools in the future. We may also use trusted third-party services that track this information on our behalf.
You can choose to have your computer warn you each time a cookie is being sent, or you can choose to turn off all cookies. You do this through your browser settings. Since browser is a little different, look at your browser’s Help Menu to learn the correct way to modify your cookies.
If you turn cookies off, Some of the features that make your site experience more efficient may not function properly.
Third-party disclosure
Do we disclose the information we collect to Third-Parties?

We transfer to outside parties your name, address, and contact information in order to book travel with third-party providers, including hostels, airlines, train services, buses, etc.

Third-party links
Occasionally, at our discretion, we may include or offer third-party products or services on our website. These third-party sites have separate and independent privacy policies. We therefore have no responsibility or liability for the content and activities of these linked sites. Nonetheless, we seek to protect the integrity of our site and welcome any feedback about these sites.
Google

Google’s advertising requirements can be summed up by Google’s Advertising Principles. They are put in place to provide a positive experience for users. https://support.google.com/adwordspolicy/answer/1316548?hl=en

We use Google AdSense Advertising on our website.
Google, as a third-party vendor, uses cookies to serve ads on our site. Google’s use of the DART cookie enables it to serve ads to our users based on previous visits to our site and other sites on the Internet. Users may opt-out of the use of the DART cookie by visiting the Google Ad and Content Network privacy policy.
We have implemented the following:
       Google Display Network Impression Reporting
       Demographics and Interests Reporting
       DoubleClick Platform Integration
We, along with third-party vendors such as Google use first-party cookies (such as the Google Analytics cookies) and third-party cookies (such as the DoubleClick cookie) or other third-party identifiers together to compile data regarding user interactions with ad impressions and other ad service functions as they relate to our website.
Opting out:
Users can set preferences for how Google advertises to you using the Google Ad Settings page. Alternatively, you can opt out by visiting the Network Advertising Initiative Opt Out page or by using the Google Analytics Opt Out Browser add on.
California Online Privacy Protection Act
CalOPPA is the first state law in the nation to require commercial websites and online services to post a privacy policy. The law’s reach stretches well beyond California to require any person or company in the United States (and conceivably the world) that operates websites collecting Personally Identifiable Information from California consumers to post a conspicuous privacy policy on its website stating exactly the information being collected and those individuals or companies with whom it is being shared. – See more at: http://consumercal.org/california-online-privacy-protection-act-caloppa/#sthash.0FdRbT51.dpuf
According to CalOPPA, we agree to the following:
Users can visit our site anonymously.
Once this privacy policy is created, we will add a link to it on our homepage or as a minimum, on the first significant page after entering our website.
Our Privacy Policy link includes the word ‘Privacy’ and can easily be found on the page specified above.
You will be notified of any Privacy Policy changes:
       On our Privacy Policy Page
Can change your personal information:
       By emailing us
       By calling us
       By logging in to your account
       By chatting with us or by sending us a support ticket
How does our site handle Do Not Track signals?
We honor Do Not Track signals and Do Not Track, plant cookies, or use advertising when a Do Not Track (DNT) browser mechanism is in place.
Does our site allow third-party behavioral tracking?
It’s also important to note that we allow third-party behavioral tracking
COPPA (Children Online Privacy Protection Act)

When it comes to the collection of personal information from children under the age of 13 years old, the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA) puts parents in control. The Federal Trade Commission, United States’ consumer protection agency, enforces the COPPA Rule, which spells out what operators of websites and online services must do to protect children’s privacy and safety online.

We do not specifically market to children under the age of 13 years old.
Do we let third-parties, including ad networks or plug-ins, collect PII from children under 13?
Fair Information Practices

The Fair Information Practices Principles form the backbone of privacy law in the United States and the concepts they include have played a significant role in the development of data protection laws around the globe. Understanding the Fair Information Practice Principles and how they should be implemented is critical to comply with the various privacy laws that protect personal information.

In order to be in line with Fair Information Practices we will take the following responsive action, should a data breach occur:
We will notify you via email
       Within 7 business days
We also agree to the Individual Redress Principle which requires that individuals have the right to legally pursue enforceable rights against data collectors and processors who fail to adhere to the law. This principle requires not only that individuals have enforceable rights against data users, but also that individuals have recourse to courts or government agencies to investigate and/or prosecute non-compliance by data processors.

Trip Reviews

Given the nature of the booking process and availability of reservations, each Voyista trip is slightly different. The reviews below of a few of Voyista’s first-choice partner hostels will give you a feel for what your trip will be like:

Our Partner Hostel in Madrid, Spain

Our Madrid Partner Hostel

Nathanael-Osirius Woggon
Nathanael-Osirius Woggon
10:34 13 Feb 18
Great hostel in the heart of Madrid. Stayed for one night, but was a very good experience. Staff super friendly and helpful. Room and bathroom were clean. They had dinner and breakfast for everyone staying at the hostel. Great to connect with the others! Mattress was too soft for me, but that’s personal preference. Price was ok for what they offered. All in all I can recommend this hostel!
Adriana Amaral
Adriana Amaral
17:03 29 Mar 18
Very fun, staff really nice, amazing location, facilities not awesome but do the deal 😉
Daniela Flexas
Daniela Flexas
14:18 04 Apr 18
Great location, good price, incredible staff and very friendly. Everything was clean, big rooms and nice people!!.
James Henderson
James Henderson
09:25 18 Sep 17
Great hostel with modern, clean rooms and facilities. Light breakfast and dinner are provided completely free and both are delicious. The hostel is located in the heart of Madrid, in walking distance of many attractions as well as a main hub station on the metro. But the best part are the staff! All are so friendly and helpful and go out of their way to make you feel welcome and make sure you have everything you need. There is a bar crawl each night and a picnic on Sunday's - the atmosphere in the hostel is great, so it's hard not to meet people. Would definitely recommend and stay here again!
KiNiTo RaSTaMaN
KiNiTo RaSTaMaN
02:51 04 Sep 17
The best hostel in the world. The staff is simply amazing specially the receptionist Alberto, he is an star!! They do lots of activities, free dinner and breakfast, party all together, trips to Segovia y Toledo once a week and free walking tour every days from the hostel. They make you feel better than home. Great location and amazing prices for what it is. It's really clean and nice, even the shared bathrooms are very clean. 100% recommended!!!
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Our Partner Hostel in Medellin, Colombia

Our Medellin Partner Hostel

Selina
4.6
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Omer Kalderon
Omer Kalderon
01:59 02 Jan 18
Amazing hotel concept. Great mixture of hotel rooms, dorm rooms and apartments for long terms creating this amazing vibe of all kind of crowd. Special design along with unique views from the rooms create this amazing experience. Have to mention the playground, the bar and restaurant that offer amazing happy hours deals and really good and healthy food. Thanks for amazing time here;) would come again soon!
Yulitza Osorio
Yulitza Osorio
16:03 13 Mar 18
I stayed in a room with 20 double-beds and everyone was very respectful and quiet! Nice bar to hang out and have drinks! There is a workplace! Nice neighborhood! Nice staff!
Enrique Blanco
Enrique Blanco
22:43 14 Feb 18
Overall we have a great experience at Selina Medellin. However, we got a room on the 8th floor which is still under construction (noise was a problem during the night) as some parts of the Hostel ( one elevator is still use to lift construction materials so it is dusty and dirty). I appreciate the effort at the reception to put us into another room and give us a free breakfast Pass for the rest of our stay (due to the first room issue). Breakfast is good (amazing banana bread and fresh fruit) but if you want Orange juice you have to pay for it (acceptable but unecessary). I haven't been over the weekend but I'm sure that the party and great ambiance take place here. I will keep trying other Selina locations to compare experiences.
William O'Shea
William O'Shea
23:06 05 Mar 18
Great co-working space, in Poblado right next to some delicious restaurants and cafes. Cool design, private phone booths for meetings, nice staff. Highly recommend.
Steve Storm
Steve Storm
04:04 21 Feb 18
Great location at an amazing city. Hostel has everything you need and more. Bar, pool tables, laundry, breakfast etc. Rooms are ok. Basic stuff.
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Our Partner Hostel in Munich, Germany

Elisa Bracchi
Elisa Bracchi
20:15 19 Mar 18
The hostel is beautiful, modern and very very clean! The guys at the reception are so kind... The bar is awesome, you can meet a lot of people coming from all around the world. The rooms are very well-illuminated and cleaned, the atmosphere is friendly and relaxing. When me and my roommates had a little accident, the assistance-guy came immediately to help us: so efficient! Breakfast is really good and tasty, you can choose what you want. The hostel is in a very strategic position (near the train station) near the center. I liked my vacation so much, this hostel is the best one I’ve ever seen!
Riyas Kamarudheen
Riyas Kamarudheen
11:28 30 Mar 18
The location is superb . 5 minutes away from Central Station and easy walkable to all local attractions. Too many small restaurant are available outside specially Turkish Halal food. Rooms are spacious very clean. Friendly staff Private bathroom in all room. In my room the total bed was 6. I recommend you if you are going a group even single. They have individual locker inside the room This place will give comfortable night
Luke Allen
Luke Allen
11:52 11 Mar 18
???? I am so impressed! I have never stayed in a hostel before because I've always thought that they'd be a bit gross and dirty... plus sharing facilities with random people was just a no. Lol... all that said though, this place has completely changed my mind about hostels! We stayed for my friend's stag - 3 rooms, 6 in each... they were spacious - but more importantly CLEAN! The have a really cool bar at the hostel (and they make some mean cocktails ????) Staff are really helpful... basically, this place was brilliant for the money and I would definitely recommend them!
Parichay Mehta
Parichay Mehta
11:23 02 Apr 18
There are many good things about the hostel so let's go one by one. First, the hostel is so close to the main train station of Munich. Its literally crossing a street & walking to the front door of the hostel. Second, this is a HUGE hostel with lots of people. You will never be alone in here. Their bar is amazing (especially at night) & the food they serve is quite reasonable & tasty. Breakfast at Wombat's is definitely we kept looking forward to for next 3 days because it was great. Their room cleaning service is pretty much great as well. All of it for a reasonable price! Go for it.
Jo Sch
Jo Sch
14:13 31 Jan 18
The hostel had really big rooms with comfortable beds. Everyone gets a locker included and every bed has its own socket and reading light. The facilities were cleaned every day. The breakfast for 4,90 was absolutely worth its money. The staff was super friendly and always helpful. The only thing was that they do not yet (?) have a kitchen and that the common area was not opened until 8:30 am, so if you are checking in or out before that you need to sit in the lobby (which still is nice). I would definitely go there again, the cleanest hostel I have ever been to.
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Our Partner Hostel in Lisbon, Portugal

Our Lisbon Partner Hostel

Hubert Stachowski
Hubert Stachowski
14:01 15 Jan 18
That's a hostel with truly devoted staff! Wonderful attractions and activities in the hostel! Free coffee and breakfast are amazing! I'd love to go back there or could have stayed longer. Beds quite comfortable, clean bathrooms. Nothing to complain about. And that low price! Lovely! Definetly 5/5!
PhillaFresh
PhillaFresh
12:28 25 Oct 17
My stay in Lisbon was short lived; amazing city with so much to see and do. My time stayed at the Good Morning Hostel was perfect! The people and staff I met there were all kind and memorable! The rooms are cool, comfortable, clean and secure. Easy transportation via metro to the airport. They offer a free breakfast and also offer tour opportunities through the hostel! Amazing time, will definitely be returning again!
Rey Ong
Rey Ong
13:22 07 Apr 18
Staff enjoy what there doing.... Atmosphere very accomodating... Good activities... Never. A dull momment...
Lakhwinder Singh
Lakhwinder Singh
21:34 03 Oct 17
The hostel is situated in the heart of the city. Easy to reach visa public transport ad well. Rooms are a bit old fashioned, but the service is really top-notch. 24 hrs check-in, approachable staff and detailed help whether needed, free breakfast, coming class, awesome living area area just few points, it's an amazing place to spend a could of days ofc you're in the city. The only thing which could be improve is the common restrooms area, which is very small. Otherwise, it is a very good place
Spartius IP
Spartius IP
21:04 03 Apr 18
Nice place to stay and we with peple from around the World: taste vafels, coffe, good company are garanty!
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