Having written many columns about the economy - and please excuse my brief absence my the world of commentary - I want to take a moment to talk about the recent (and ongoing) volatility in the financial markets. In a word: we're in big trouble. The US dollar continues its collapse, making the price of foreign goods prohibitively expensive and the cost of overseas travel virtually impossible, the rich notwithstanding (even though they feel the pinch, too). But there is a way - an incredibly affordable way - to visit Europe, even in the midst of this tough economy. Enter HostelsClub.com, a trusted resource for travelers who value a good deal and appreciate the ability to tour the Continent in comfort, fully aware that each city - Barcelona, Rome, Paris, Venice - has excellent accommodations, selected and approved by the professional staff of HostelsClub.com. And here's the best part: HostelsClub.com has a current dollar-for-euro promotion - one dollar equals one euro - that is available exclusively to American citizens. That's a deal!
This promotion is a real blessing for college students, many of whom look forward to visiting Europe at least once during their studies. The famed junior year abroad, where college and students reserve a semester to visit Europe and take classes at sponsored universities, was in danger of becoming a luxury for only a handful of people with wealth, individuals who can absorb the cost of a weak dollar and the expense of touring Europe. The promotion from HostelsClub.com revives the dream of visiting Europe -- affordably. This deal is the best!
