South America is a continent for the adventure traveler. For people who never stay in hostels, it seems to require a certain adventurous spirit to travel in this style. Hostels in Europe typically cater to the younger, “gap-year” crowd who want to party & tick countries off of their list as fast as possible. Hostels in South America cater to the adventurers & outdoor enthusiasts. Hostels, particularly South American hostels, are … [Read more...] about 5 things you should know about hostels in South America