| 10 Summer Hostels Open for the Season
 Starting in May, 10 seasonal hostels in some of the most coveted locations in the USA are reopening their doors. Whether your ideal getaway is the mountains, the beach, or somewhere in between, our summertime hostels have a perfect escape just for you. Opening in May HI-Martha's Vineyard – Named the friendliest out of more than 4,000 hostels worldwide, this charming hostel provides an affordable, alluring option in one of the country's most exclusive summer vacation areas. HI-Hyannis – Located in the famed vacation town of the Kennedy family, Hyannis is the perfect jumping off point for Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket Island. Local artist shanties, shops, restaurants, and nightlife are also close by. HI-Nantucket – Situated on a world renowned island, this hostel is primly located across the street from Surfside Beach. Guests also enjoy a complimentary waffle bar each morning at breakfast. HI-East Glacier Park – Living glaciers, staggering waterfalls, and abundant wildlife make a stay at this Montana hostel a unique wilderness and natural history experience. A variety of hiking trails, boat tours, and horseback trips are available just outside the front door. HI-Woodford – Swim, fish, boat, canoe, bike, and hike across 120 scenic acres, set three miles from the Appalachian Trail. This quaint Vermont town offers city concerts, plays, and world famous cheddar cheese and maple syrup. Opening in June HI-Fullerton – Just six miles from Disneyland and nine miles from Knott's Berry Farm, this charming, Spanish-style house is perfect for those who want to take advantage of Los Angeles attractions, yet stay outside the hustle and bustle of downtown. HI-Los Angeles South Bay – Located in the scenic Angel's Gate Park, stunning views overlooking the Pacific Ocean and Catalina Island create a relaxing retreat away from the crowded streets of Los Angeles. HI-Eastham – Surrounded by three acres of wooded land in a quiet rural area, the newly renovated cabins of this hostel are only a short distance from the white sandy beaches of Cape Cod. HI-Truro – Located within the Cape Cod National Seashore, this hostel is sought after for its proximity to beaches, Provincetown, restaurants, and shops. Guests also enjoy nearby access to fresh water ponds, cranberry bogs, bike paths, and nature trails. Opening in July HI-Tibbetts Point Lighthouse – Located where Lake Ontario and the St. Lawrence River meet, this former-lighthouse-turned-hostel is nestled in Upstate New York and accessible to the Thousand Islands and Canada. For more information and to book your stay at any of our 52 hostels nationwide, visit www.hiusa.org. Join HI-USA for a Google+ Hangout with Atlas Obscura Creator Dylan Thuras
 In an age where everything seems to have been explored and there is nothing new to be found, we celebrate a different way to travel and view the world. Join us on Monday, June 3, as founder Dylan Thuras introduces us to Atlas Obscura, the definitive guide to the world's wondrous and curious places. If your summer trip planning has you searching for books bound in human skin, gigantic flaming holes in the ground, or a taxidermy squirrel museum in the basement of a funeral home, we invite you to join a Google+ Hangout with us. The Atlas Obscura is a collaborative project that relies on the far-flung community of explorers (like you!) to help discover places that will surprise the hell out of you and inspire new adventures for people who still believe in traveling with a sense of discovery. We'll discuss some of his favorite locations and curious facts, Obscura Society events, and how you can share your favorite amazing, hidden spots with the world. RSVP here to join the hangout with us on June 3 at 7:00 pm EST. HI-Chicago Open House June 6
HI-Chicago is hosting its annual Open House on Thursday, June 6, from 5:30-8:00 pm, and you're invited to attend. Take guided tours of the hostel, while kicking off the Chicago Blues Festival with our very own blues concert in the hostel! Members of the community, travelers, and HI-Chicago volunteers and staff will all be there. We're welcoming back one of our favorite blues bands, "Two for the Blues," an exceptional, hard-to-classify band. Blending traditional Chicago blues and original music with soul, rock, and jazz influences, this band has a special way of enticing a wide audience. When guests need to take a break from jamming out, we'll be serving appetizers and beverages while we mingle! A Chicago caricature artist will also be there to draw your picture and make you laugh. Contact HI-Chicago Community Liaison Sharday El-Assar at activities.chicago@hiusa.org or (312) 583-2227 for more information. Regional Event Spotlight
Louisiana New Orleans Dinner & Travel Tales Meetup July 18
Join us in New Orleans for Dinner & Travel Tales, an evening of traveling Spain through sight, taste, and storytelling! Missouri St. Louis Women Traveling Solo June 3
Women Traveling Solo is an inspiring and informative class to help women of all ages feel more confident in seeing the world on their own. Texas Dallas Dallas International Festival May 25
Please visit our booth at the Dallas International Festival, a one-day event celebrating cultural diversity. Dallas World Travel 101 June 5 & 13
World Travel 101 is a great class for both novices and seasoned travelers to prepare for that upcoming trip abroad. Dallas Traveler Meet & Greet July 8
Meet & Greets are a great way to meet like minded travel loving folks in your local community. All are welcome. Please join us! San Antonio Travel Education Class July 16 HI-Washington, DC Unveils Renovated Guest Kitchen
HI-Washington DC is excited to announce the completion of our newly renovated kitchen space! The new kitchen features four stove tops, microwaves and toasters, two ovens, and a new freezer, as well as increased storage space for dry goods. In addition to an island for food prep, the new kitchen also includes two sinks specifically dedicated to washing and cleaning produce, and a separate area for washing dishes. Perhaps the feature we are most excited about is the new industrial dishwasher, which will definitely help out during the morning rush. "I can't think of anything more it needs!" said one hosteller about the new space. With spring in bloom, HI-Washington, DC is placing fresh herbs in the windowsills for hostellers to use in their meals, including basil, sage, and oregano. Come stop by and cook with us! | 
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