hosteling

/ˈhɑstəlɪŋ/
noun
  1. The activity or practice of staying in hostels while traveling, especially on a budget.
    • Hosteling is a popular way for students to explore Europe without spending too much money.
    • She wrote a blog about her hosteling adventures across Southeast Asia.
    • Many young travelers prefer hosteling because it offers a chance to meet people from around the world.
verb
  1. Present participle of hostel; to stay in hostels while traveling.
    • He has been hosteling for years and knows all the best budget spots.
    • Instead of booking hotels, we are hosteling our way across the country.
    • They are hosteling through New Zealand this summer.
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