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Poland

Poland is located in the eastern part of Europe. Because of this, the cost of everything is lower compared to the western European region. Which is why, in Poland you are likely to find the cheapest hostels in Europe. Krakow, which is one of the biggest cities in Poland, has hostels that you can rent at a dirt cheap 5 euros a night during the off-season winter months.

Germany

Germany’s capital Berlin has many hostels that offer accommodation for fewer than 5 euros a night. Bear in mind that these prices are for the off-peak season but are usually consistent throughout that period of the year. Other German cities have typically more expensive options. Hostels in Munich and Cologne usually do not lower their rentals less than 20 euros. That said, finding a hostel accommodation this cheap in the capital city of a major nation in the world itself is a big bonus for all and sundry.

Turkey

Istanbul, which gets the most tourist footfalls in the country, travelers can get hold of hostels that cost as low as 5-6 euros per night per person. There are also many hostels offering such attractive prices in Istanbul. Hostels closer to Ankara, which is the capital city, are pricier than those in Istanbul by around 2-3 euros on average.

Latvia

Yet another country that finds itself in this list because of its location in Europe’s eastern hemisphere, Latvia has numerous hostels that offer accommodation at highly competitive prices. The country’s capital Riga has numerous hostels charging as low as 6 euros per night for a person.

Hungary

Hungary has been attracting a great deal of tourists lately and it has a lot to do with the awesome combination of history, nature and modernity it offers. Budapest, which besides being the capital is also the most visited place on the Hungarian map, boasts of hostels that charge guests as low as 5-6 euros for a night’s accommodation. This price range is fairly consistent across the entire off-peak season in the country.

Serbia

Hostel accommodation prices in Serbia are quite similar to those in Hungary. The country’s capital Belgrade can fetch you hostels that charge around 5-6 euros per night per person. The only downside is that there are fewer cheap hostels in Belgrade. Also, the average price here hovers in the region of 12-13 euros a night, which means that the few cheap hostels do get filled up pretty soon. But hostels outside Belgrade also tend to fall short on normal hostelling facilities.

Estonia

Estonia’s capital city, Tallinn, has hostels that are consistently priced in the region of around 7-8 euros a night. However, if you intend to camp outside the capital city, you could then expect to be charged around 25 euros. The steep increase in price is mainly due to the fact that there are fewer hostels outside Tallinn, which directly translates to a less competitive market. Basing yourself in Tallinn is the best way to get hostels at the aforementioned prices.

Czech Republic

Any tour of Europe is incomplete without a visit to the CzechRepublic. The country is also located centrally and its popularity with tourists is only further enhanced with the cheap accommodation it offers. You can easily find hostels in Prague, the capital, at less than 8 euros a night. As in most other European nations, hostels in Czech cities are priced much lower than their out-of-city-area counterparts.

Russia

If you are willing to put up at a place other than Moscow, Russia has very low priced hostel accommodations on offer. For example, in St. Petersburg, you can find hostel accommodation for as low as 7 euros a night. Comparatively, the lowest in Moscow would not fall below 10 euros. Although the difference might be negligible to some, for a traveler on budget it could make a huge difference in terms of his overall savings.

So that was a list of countries where you can find some of the cheapest hostel accommodations across Europe.

Where to Find the Cheapest Hostels in Europe? - guest post by Steve Tasker, guest writer at Astoria City Hostels, Hostel in Budapest

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What to Expect in Algarve

There’s some places that encourage guests to visit at a specific time of the year to avoid uncomfortable weather conditions. Fortunately, that’s not the case in Algarve, Portugal. Tourists are welcome to spend time there year-round without having to worry about unbearable climate changes getting in the way of their fun. Although work schedules may need to be tweaked for those in the labor markets, retirees tend to prepare a vacation whenever it suits them. Also, tudents are typically fond of visiting on their own time, particularly those enrolled in online colleges that make it possible to submit assignments over the computer.

Overall, the weather in Algarve is ideal. Temperatures normally stay between 77 degrees to 95 degrees fahrenheit throughout most of the warmer months and typically never drops below freezing level (32 degrees fahrenheit) during the cooler months. In addition, it remains one of the most sunniest regions in the world and hardly gets rainfall. The area’s Meditteranean climate results in an influx of visitors flocking there during the holidays.

Weather by Season

Winter

Most people assume that every region experience drastic changes during the winter season. However, Algarve is among the few places that incurs very little alterations. From late November to February, temperatures are likely to fluctuate between 50 and 60 degrees fahrenheit. Occasionally, there tends to be more frosty weather, and rainfall is at its peak but the overall atmospheric condition is considered mild compared to other parts of Europe at this time. Those who want a fairly gentle winter and don’t mind some wet days will find this spot most suitable.

Spring

In the springtime, weather in the Algarve is extremely pleasant, especially for visitors who enjoy more sunshine accompanied by light breezes. March through May promises warmer temperatures that cool down during the evenings, particularly in areas near the ocean. Lovers of greenery and outdoor activities are urged to come during this time since plantlife is revived and the climate possess some coolness that makes it comfortable to engage in happenings that promote high energy and/or strenuous movement.

Summer

Those who are at their best in the sunshine will revel in Algarve’s climate between June and August. At this time, tourists can experience balmy conditions to seering heat. Normal  summer temperatures normally range from the mid 70′s to the mid 90′s, enabling people to cool off at one of Algarve’s many beaches. Be mindful of considerably dry atmospheres, as well as high levels of wind and sand that are blown in from the Sahara dessert.

Fall

Like the summer, autumn can remain fairly warm, especially in September and October. By November, the regions typically witnesses a dramatic cooldown with temperatures as low as 55 degrees. The weather becomes even colder as the sun goes down and night sets in, particularly in coastal areas. If you’re a fan of nature and attracted to the fall’s aesthetic quality, this is a good time to go on a few hikes or simply watch the leaves turn colors from the comfort of one Algarve’s many cheap hotels.

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HolidayWeather.com. (2012).

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