In December 2025, Santa Claus once again travelled virtually from Finland to Japan, bringing joy and Christmas spirit to the everyday lives of Japanese families with children. The Finnish Hostel Association and Japan Youth Hostels (JYH) collaborated on a heartwarming charity initiative that offered children the opportunity to travel and experience togetherness in hostels across…
The year 2025 has been a time of growth and diversification for the Finnish Hostel Association’s network. Several new, characterful hostels have joined the network from across Finland – offering travelers even more options to explore culture, nature, history, and community. What they all share is warm hospitality, affordability, and a commitment to providing meaningful…
This Christmas, Santa Claus traveled virtually to hostels in Japan, bringing joy and warmth to the daily lives of japanese families. The Finnish Hostel Association and Japan Youth Hostels (JYH) jointly organized a charity event as part of JYH’s free invitation program for families with children. The program provided families the opportunity to spend quality…
