11 Things You're Likely To See In A Hostel

Keep your eyes and ears peeled.

1. Used Maps Scattered Around Reception Area

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Can I have a new map please? I lost my other one when I needed directions to the supermarket around the corner.

2. Drunk & Sunburnt German

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Even in mid winter. Even in the morning. There's always an over-tanned and slightly wasted German to greet you at the hostel lobby.

3. “So....umm where are you from?”

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Conversations may not proceed until this question is asked.

4. Hard Cornflakes & Weak Coffee For Breakfast

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A staple diet of any traveller. You can't see those tourist attractions without that hearty meal.

5. Name Tags On Food Totally Disregarded

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This pesto belongs to 'Jenny'. Well…I don't see a Jenny here so it's mine now.

6. Guy That Has Been There Forever

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So...basically I'm just gonna stay here the rest of my life.

7. Person Watching Mindless TV

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Yeah I came all this way, simply to see what TV looks like in another country.

8. Bickering Couple That Maybe Wish They Didn’t Do This Trip

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"It feels just like a honeymoon doesn't it babe? Haha but seriously don't talk or look at any other people please."

9. Guy With Acoustic Guitar

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I can see everyone is having a fun conversation, but let me just bring out my guitar and make things awkward with my rendition of 'Wonderwall.'

10. Leftover Soap & Shampoo In The Bathroom

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There's enough soap and shampoo here to make my own shop I think.

11. Hot Swedish Person You Fall In Love With

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Always there but always unobtainable.