People from all walks of life and every corner of the world stay in hostels. There is a terrific sense of freedom by going backpacking and staying at hostels. Backpacking can be confusing, exhausting and possible dangerous. Therefore, preparations need to be made. Many hostels now offer single, twin and four-bedded rooms. Backpacker Hostels provide a social setting. Safeguard your important documents and money - Get one of those thin money belts that fit inside your clothes. That way you can carry your passport and money with you at all times. The hostel custom is that all guests clean up after themselves. A useful tip - Many hostels give discounts to students, so you should always keep your student card handy. Travel in comfort - Bring a pillow with you for those long bus journeys. There are hostels in castles, in teepees and in railroad carriages. Hostelling is, in part, the act of traveling and staying in hostels, and is referred to as "backpacking" in many parts of the world. Common identification used to stay in hostels includes passports, photo driver’s licenses and state or country identity cards. Many hostels have a self-catering kitchen where you can cook your own meals and some even have their own restaurants, cafe and bars. Many hostels provide access for wheelchair users, and specially adapted rooms are becoming more common. Planning that seems so trivial at home can become complicated when you are in a strange place. While most hostels do not impose an age restriction, this is not always the case, particularly in establishments which have a bar on the premises.