Booking a room via the internet has become easy. Backpacking can be a wonderful experience. Hostels usually offer single beds in private rooms, doubles, or dorm rooms. Some hostels have en-suite facilities, while others have shared facilities located nearby. You should book a room at a hostel the day before rather than wander the streets at night looking for a room. Essential gear for your trip will include Backpack ,Fast Drying Towel, Walking Shoes, Socks and Underwear, Long Underwear, Pillow Case, Sleeping Bag, Passport, Spy Wallet, Day Pack, Camera . Many hostels offer a wide range of activities - from city tours to white water-rafting. Don't stand out - Learn about the culture of the country before you visit it, and try not to look too much like a tourist. A useful tip - Many hostels give discounts to students, so you should always keep your student card handy. Hostels have probably been around for over a thousand years as a low cost place for a traveler to stay for the night. 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. Many hostels have a self-catering kitchen where you can cook your own meals and some even have their own restaurants, cafe and bars. Common identification used to stay in hostels includes passports, photo driver’s licenses and state or country identity cards. Many hostels in the country are so quiet you can hear your heart beat. Many hostels provide internet access, laundry, and free breakfast. Many hostels have remained old school and you do need to maintain an open mind when choosing this form of accommodation.