Massive savings abound with new partnership between International Rail and Hostelworld.com

Massive savings abound with new partnership between International Rail and Hostelworld.com

Worldwide rail specialist, International Rail has joined forces with Hostelworld.com, world leader in online accommodation booking for independent, budget and youth travel and can now offer the instant booking of hostels and other types of budget accommodation across the world on www.internationalrail.com. The new partnership allows travellers to not only book their train tickets and passes to explore the globe but at the same time secure accommodation within destinations far and wide.

International Rail offers the world's largest selection of rail journeys and passes across Europe, Asia, the Americas Australasia and Africa with instant booking is available for the majority of tickets and passes. By adding the ability to book with Hostelworld.com's vast inventory of budget accommodation, customers can now enjoy the freedom of train travel knowing there is a guaranteed bed waiting for them at their destination. Visitors to internationalrail.com can now read detailed descriptions and view photographs of all of the properties featured on Hostelworld.com. In addition to hostels, customers can book campsites, self-catering accommodation, B&B's and budget hotels. With over 25,000 properties across 180 countries there is something to suit every travellers requirements no matter what the budget.

As commented by Rod Maton, Chairman of International Rail, "Rail travel continues to be a fantastic way to explore the world, no matter what budget you have and so we can think of no better partner for us than Hostelworld.com. We are delighted we can offer our customers not only all of the information they need to book their rail journeys across the globe but also the same information for their accommodation. Bookings are just one click away."

Yvonne Finlay, Group Partnerships Manager with Hostelworld.com agrees and comments, "Our partnership with International Rail has huge synergy as we are making travel around the world even more affordable by keeping accommodation costs on track. For people travelling on a budget there is no better way to travel than by train with great value, quality accommodation available at each destination. The partnership comes at an optimum time as we are in the midst of peak season. We're looking forward to a successful relationship with International Rail".

About International Rail

International Rail offer the worlds' largest selection of rail journeys and passes, built from over twenty years' experience in the travel industry. Visitors to www.internationalrail.com can create and book unique and exciting itineraries across the world at the click of a mouse.

About Hostelworld.com

Hostelworld.com is the world leader in online accommodation booking for independent, budget and youth travel. We love global travel as much as our customers and we're proud to be their 'basecamp for adventure'. Every year, we help thousands of people to explore the world and enjoy experiences they'll value for the rest of their lives. With over 25,000 hostels and low cost hotels in 180 countries, we have a huge range of accommodation for every type of trip. We're also the only hostel booking service with a $50 booking guarantee. Our website features 3.5 million reviews, award-winning videos, podcasts, free city-guides and a social network specifically for travellers. Thousands of adventures start at Hostelworld.com.

For all media enquiries, potential press visits or image requests for International Rail please contact:

Becky Fairlie-Clarke,

PR Consultant - International Rail,

Magic Torch PR

T: 07974 306 579

E: press@internationalrail.com

For all media enquiries, potential press visits or image requests for Hostelworld.com please contact:

Aisling White,

PR Manager - Hostelworld.com

E: aisling@hostelworld.com