Answers to frequently asked questions about our site
If we have not answered your question below then email us: italy@backpackglobe.com

- I would like to write a hostel review / list my accommodation on your site.
- How can I book a hostel / hotel?
- Why book accommodation, travel passes or make other purchases through Backpackitaly?
- What is your accomodation search engine?
- I am an accommodation owner and would like to be listed on your search engine
- Do I need a membership card for hostels?
- I would like to write something for your site.
- How do I find a job?

I would like to write a hostel review / list my accommodation on your site.
If you are a hostel manager or traveller you are more than welcome to write a hostel review for us. Most travellers just send us a blurb but the more information you send the better and easier it is for us to list the information. Please email us at italy@backpackglobe.com for the hostel review submission form.

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How can I book a hostel/hotel?
Click here for our worldwide database
Search the database for the accomodation you want. Click on the "Read more" icons for more information about the establishment. Click on the “Click to Book” or “Book Online” icons to make a reservation.
These buttons take you through to an online reservation page usually brought up in separate browser box. This system comes courtesy of Hostelworld.com who we are an affiliate partner with. Simply select the country, city and dates you wish to book and a list of places available on those days will become available online. You will need a credit card for a reservation and will receive further instructions once you have made the reservation. If you have any problems with this procedure please contact us at italy@backpackglobe.com

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Why book a hostel, travel passes or make other purchases through BackpackItaly?
We are travellers and operate on a tight budget to provide this service. Every reservation or purchase you make helps us to improve the site for you.

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What is your Accomodation Search Engine?
Hostelworld.com is an online booking resource that we utilise to provide our viewers with real time confirmed reservations. It means you can turn up half way across the globe and be ensured a bed based on your reservation.

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I am an accommodation owner and would like to join Hostelworld
To be listed on the search engine does not cost anything. Hostelworld (the provider) simply takes a small percentage of each reservation fee in return for the following benefits:
* You get additional reservations through Hostelworld.com that you would not otherwise get and benefits from Hostelworld.com internet marketing activities.
* Promotion and reservations through a number of other affiliated sites including many of the top international backpacking, hostel and travel websites, with exposure to unique visitors every month!
* Ability to offer realtime online reservations from your own website – Hostelworld.com will integrate a booking engine for your hostel into your own website adding increased functionality.
* Guaranteed bookings – guests have already paid a deposit and have agreed to a cancellation policy of 24 hours. Bookings are then guaranteed with no risk of loss of revenue through No-Shows
* No initial capital costs for the hostel – saves costs of secure server, costly technology purchses.
To join simply click here!

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Do I need a membership card?
Some hostels require a membership card to stay, although you can usually purchase one on the premises. HI hostels require membership. Hostels of Europe has a membership card that entitles you to discounts of up to 10% at major hostels..

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I would like to write something for your site.
If you are a budding writer and want to improve your skills and gain exposure, have a tale to tell or would like to assist your fellow travellers then write for us!
Unfortunately we can not offer any payment at this stage however we would provide you with a byline and the opportunity for potential employers to contact you. And our financial position may then change in future.
All our pages need continual updating but we particularly need any information on the following countries and regions. There are opportunities available to become regional editors for all our major country pages.

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How do I find a job?
We have developed a comprehensive list of links for job searching. Look in our General BP’s guide for ‘Work and Long-term Stay’.
If you can not find what you are looking for feel free to email us italy@backpackglobe.com .

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