HI-Austin 
Austin 
HI-USA 
Hostelling International Southwest Texas Programs
Imagine a world where intercultural dialogue and responsible travel are part of every individual's experience. Our programs strive to build a new generation of global citizens, unburdened by stereotypes, emboldened by open minds, appreciative of their own heritage and understanding of others, through dialogue and education.
Our programs include travel education, youth education and a student travel club. Programs take place in Austin and San Antonio.
For more information about Hostelling International-Southwest Texas programs, please contact Erin Coon at 512-444-2294 or via email.
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Travel Education
We host free travel classes on a variety of topics throughout the year. The classes are open to all. Please call 512-444-2294 for more information. Mark your calendar for these upcoming classes.
Europe on a Shoestring in Austin
Tuesday, June 22
7:00 - 8:30pm
REI Gatway
183 and Cap. Texas Highway
World Travel 101 in San Antonio
Saturday, June 26
2:00 - 3:30pm
Westfall Branch Library
6111 Rosedale Court
Travel Class Topics:
Women Travelling Solo
Traveling alone as a woman can be a powerful, emboldening growth experience. However, safety is always a consideration and some prep work before you go will help you make the most out of your journey. We are hosting a free workshop to help. You will learn special tips on traveling alone, safely and enjoyably. Resources on budgeting, accommodations, safety, language and cultural customs will be covered.
World Travel 101
Safe, inexpensive world travel is possible. Let Hostelling International show you how at “World Travel 101”. First time or novice international travelers, no matter where you want to go, will learn how to prepare for a budget trip overseas. Topics include: planning an itinerary, transportation options, saving and carrying money, packing, accommodation, safety, and more. Depart from the familiar and begin your adventure with World Travel 101!
Budget Traveling in Latin America
Explore ancient cities of the Incas or Mayans, trek in the Andes, climb volcanoes in Guatemala, dive in Honduras, take Spanish classes in Nicaragua or relax on the beach in Costa Rica. Let us help you plan a budget trip in Latin America during this free workshop. Topics include: accommodation and transportation options, planning an itinerary, cultural customs, safety, and more.
Interested in teaching a travel education class? Have an idea for a travel class? Contact us via email or call (512) 444-2294.
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Youth Education
Cultural Kitchen Program
Our Cultural Kitchen program gives middle and high school students an opportunity to learn about other countries and cultures in a fun and innovative way. The program is a two part process that teaches participants about hostelling, identifying cultural norms, and respecting other cultures. Students study various aspects of a selected country, including the cuisine. They work as a team to prepare a meal and an interactive presentation at the hostel in Austin or at a local community center.
The Cultural Kitchen curriculum is standards-based and qualifies as a Service Learning experience for participants. Cultural learning exercises foster interest in cultural understanding, strengthen group communication skills, and teach students to explore the world and to appreciate the people in it. Students who complete the Cultural Kitchen program continue to demonstrate enthusiasm for learning about new cultures and approach the world and its people with more open minds.
If you are interested in having a youth group participate in the Cultural Kitchen program please please contact Erin Coon at 512-444-2294 or via email.
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Hostelling International Student Travel Club
The travel club is a fully registered student club with the University of Texas at Austin. The goal of the club is to promote cultural awareness through experience. In addition to travelling as a club, we also host travel classes, culutral awareness seminars and participate in service projects.
If you are a University of Texas at Austin student and interested in joining our club please visit us at http://studentorgs.utexas.edu/hitravel/Site/Home.html