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The Journey Team

The Journey is YHA's magazine. With each edition, our team of writers and editors bring you inspiration for your adventures.

Articles written by The Journey Team

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8 countryside breaks near UK cities

Almost 85% of us live in urban areas. With the health benefits of spending time in the great outdoors now well-proven, we've rounded up some beautiful, perhaps lesser-known, locations with easy...

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Four great hostels for solo travellers in the UK

Discover fascinating history, breathtaking landscapes, and lively cities – all with the comfort and community of a YHA stay. Perfect for solo explorers looking to make the most of their next getaway.

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Best place to go walking in Manchester this autumn

Manchester is a place where things happen. As the world’s first industrial city — and a titan of music, sport, art and politics — it’s somewhere with a global reputation. The list of iconic names...

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Meeting new people in hostels

YHA Black Sail seemed unreasonably far away. A little hut, more of a speck, far down in the valley. Was that a wisp of smoke rising out of the chimney? It had been a long day already, hiking up...

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Four hostels for history and adventure

Whether you’re hiking, cycling, or uncovering stories of the past, these hostels are ideal bases for your next adventure. Discover more and plan your journey today!

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The YHA guide to North Yorkshire 

Welcome to England’s largest county. Covering 3,480 mostly rural square miles — and packing in everything from rolling dales to towering sea cliffs — North Yorkshire is a gift for adventure-seekers...