“Thank you STAY WYSE for a fantastic event! Made some great connections for The Learning Adventure, and just as great to reconnect with familiar faces we already collaborate with. A really worthwhile few days.“
Huge thanks to the WYSE Travel Confederation team for delivering such a well-organized and high-energy event once again.
It was great to spend time with dear colleagues, hostel operators, and industry partners, exchanging ideas and discussing where the youth travel and hostel segment is heading next. These in-person conversations are always the most valuable part.
Strong meetings, strong energy, familiar faces. Already looking forward to the next one. “
“What a wonderful event!
A massive thank you to STAY WYSE Hostel Conference for putting together yet another fun and productive event, truly epic! “
“Just back from STAY WYSE where we had great conversations with hostel owners and industry experts about the future of access management. One thing was clear: there is a strong demand for more efficient, secure, and user-friendly solutions. It was great to see so much enthusiasm for innovation in this space!“
The 1-to-1 meetings were a great way to connect with partners, exchange ideas, and explore new collaborations.”
“An incredible opportunity for Saintlo to connect with leaders and innovators in the hostel and youth travel industry.
We engaged in meaningful conversations and explored collaborative opportunities that will help shape the future of industry.
The conference brought together colleagues, hostel operators and partners from around the world. It was inspiring to see so much passion and commitment from everyone involved. Thank you to WYSE Travel Confederation for organizing such an impactful event!.”
Auberges Saintlo Hostels
Campus X
“STAY WYSE is the perfect way to kick off the year ahead, spend time with your existing clients, meet new ones and reconnect with industry colleagues. Always a great conference, you can catch up on the latest industry news and talk to vendors who can help your business. Can’t wait!.”
“It was a conference to remember!”
“Attending STAY WYSE Budapest left me feeling invigorated and excited for where the hotel and hostel industry is headed. Getting to put a face to so many names that have flown in and out of my inbox over the years strengthened my trust in pre-existing partnerships. Getting to know someone in person before beginning a business relationship, primarily through email, feels like the proper order of operations. I look forward to hopefully attending STAY WYSE for consecutive years to come and building upon those connections even further. ”
Travel For Teens
“Thank you STAY WYSE Hostel Conference for an insightful, exciting and inspiring conference! It was my first time at STAY WYSE and definitely not the last. I can’t wait to see where the new connections we’ve made in the past two days will take us!
My voice still isn’t fully back from talking so much! The hostel community is strong, and this conference proved it. It was incredibly inspiring to be surrounded by hostel people rather than the traditional “hotel talk”. So many like‑minded professionals, interesting conversations and promising connections! “
“I’m very happy with the organisation and meetings didn´t feel stressful, everything in the same place. Just good vibes from us. “
The KILROY Group
“STAY WYSE is the go to event for youth group travel. There is always an amazing group of buyers and the booking system is very easy to use. The best 48 hours you can invest in growing your clients.”
“The STAY WYSE conference is the perfect opportunity to meet existing and new partners in the youth travel sector.”
alpetour Touristische GmbH
“It is always a very interesting and successful conference, meeting new people and catching up with familiar ones!”
Excalibur Tour
“The STAY WYSE conference is the perfect place for us to meet key players of the youth travel industry and those interested in youth hostels in particular. The scale of the event is such that you have time to meet everyone in formal and social occasions. We never miss it and have been growing our presence there; in fact it is one of the few events we continue to attend.”
“The perfect place in Europe to meet hostel providers. Join STAY WYSE Amsterdam if you want to have an overall view of the hostelling world, but also be ready for partying, enjoying and meeting really interesting people.”
“Our CEO, Irene Chimenti, attended the STAY WYSE Hostel Conference for the first time as a buyer, and it was a great experience. It was valuable to connect with partners across the youth travel and hostel sector, exchange ideas, and explore opportunities for future collaboration. Events like this reinforce how important it is to keep building strong relationships across the industry. A big thank you to the organizers and everyone who took the time to meet with us. We’re looking forward to continuing the conversations that started in Budapest. “
Authentic Italy Adventures
“STAY WYSE is a major European event about youth and educational travel; with quality sessions and business meetings. It was a great event for us.”
“It was excellent as always, well done to the events team for an excellent event. Lovely setting, strong mix of suppliers and buyers and a beautiful location.”
Twin Group Ltd
“STAY WYSE is a major European event about youth and educational travel; with quality sessions and business meetings. It was a great event for us.”
“STAY WYSE is the most valuable independent hostel industry conference at the moment in the world, which combines business and fun.”
“The business meetings are a fantastic way to connect with new and potential clients and partners. Much like speed dating you can get a very good idea of first impressions in such a short time. The two days are packed and you can really get to sift through what is most relevant and pertaining to your business.”
“STAY WYSE truly exceeded my expectations. It was so well organized and was a great opportunity to meet with industry leaders from all around the world.”
“STAY WYSE is one of a few can’t-miss events on my calendar each year. It provides an ideal opportunity to meet new contacts and re-connect with the old–all within a lively, well-run program.”
“A perfect opportunity to meet such a diverse selection of buyers, sellers and suppliers in the youth and student accommodation sector, and wonderful to hear plans to feature Ireland as an all-new destination for leisure and study abroad operators. Thanks also to the panellists and speakers for their insights into the latest trends, and to the event sponsors for their wonderful hospitality.“
“Congrats on the 10th edition, STAY WYSE Hostel Conference! Thank you for bringing industry leaders together to an impressive event, as ever! “
Cloudbeds
“2 days Budapest. 2 days STAY WYSE Hostel Conference. 100% industry love.
Once again, I realize how much our industry fills you with life. People from all over the world who not only work in youth tourism but really live. Whether hostel representatives, international partners, entrepreneurs in youth tourism or exciting service providers – our young, vibrant industry brings together people who are passionate and passionate.
Thank you to all the encounters, conversations and inspirations – it was nice to present GO Jugendreisen | GOVOYAGE Reisevertriebs GmbH & Co KG on the Youth Tourism Stage.“
“The STAY WYSE concept is ideal for my business.”
GERTJACOBSEN.COM
“Budapest – that was fun! What a fantastic STAY WYSE Hostel Conference last week. One of the best annual hostel events of the year! Two days full of business meetings, insightful presentations and networking opportunities! Many thanks for the great conversations. We are very proud that RevControl is part of this community! “
“We had a great, fun & successful STAY WYSE in Dublin! Great to meet new people and to see familiar faces. I had fun and interesting conversations, meetings and seminars.”
“We’ve just returned from an inspiring few days at the STAY WYSE Hostel Conference in Budapest — and what an experience it was.
A big thank you to the team at WYSE Travel Confederation & the sponsors for once again creating a space where the global hostel industry can connect, exchange ideas and challenge each other to think bigger.
It was a real pleasure to meet with clients, future clients, collaborators and partners who are actively shaping what’s next for youth travel. The conversations were honest, forward-looking and full of opportunity. ”
We’re excited about the new connections made, the partnerships ahead, and continuing to support hostels around the world in unlocking their full potential.
“A big thank you to STAY WYSE Hostel Conference, WYSE Travel Confederation, and all the sponsors for an inspiring few days in Budapest. These events really highlight how strong, open, and collaborative our industry is. It is great to be part of such a forward-thinking global hostel community.
It keeps getting better! Can’t wait until next year.”
Pricepoint
“Just returned from the STAY WYSE Hostel Conference 2026 in Budapest! Two intensive and inspiring days filled with insightful sessions, valuable meetings, and time spent connecting with partners from across the industry. It was a great opportunity to reconnect with long-standing partners, meet new suppliers, and exchange ideas on how the travel sector continues to evolve. Always energizing to spend time on the ground, learning firsthand, sharing perspectives, and exploring future opportunities together. Thank you to everyone who took the time to meet – looking forward to what’s ahead. ”
“It was a pleasure and honor to host the Buyers of the STAY WYSE Hostel Conference at Memento Park. More than 60 travel industry professionals specialized in youth travel joined the fam trip. We look forward to creating new experiences and adding more Memento Park to youth tourism with our old-new partners! Thank you for these fantastic 3-days in Budapest! ”
Memento Park Budapest
“WOTELS was present at the STAY WYSE Hostel Conference in Budapest and it was a truly enriching experience. For two days, the conference brought together accommodation professionals for youth tourism, in an environment of networking, learning and sharing that drives the sector. They were days of inspiration and exchange of ideas about the future of hospitality. ”
WOTELS
“Thank you for the organization. We look very much for the next edition!”
Glint
“Attending STAY WYSE is a great opportunity to network with new potential business partners and build on existing relationships. The business appointments are easy to organise so you can make the most of your time at the conference. This year there was also a good balance of meetings, talks and social events, including a really good familiarisation tour of Dublin.”
Adaptable Travel
“Another great STAY WYSE Hostel Conference, this time in Budapest, Hungary. Two inspiring days filled with successful business meetings, networking, and insightful sessions focused on the non-negotiables for the future of youth travel. It is always a pleasure to connect with new partners and strengthen relationships with our current buyers.”
Nyon Hostel
“I already spoke to the company owner and my colleagues about sending one of our team to STAY WYSE 2027. The quality of meetings, educational sessions and networking events is excellent.”
young austria international GmbH & Co.KG
“I had the pleasure of attending STAY WYSE Hostel Conference in Budapest last week with Louise Garner who took part in one of the educational panels. It was a fantastic event with excellent networking opportunities and fantastic educational sessions. ”
“I had a wonderful time speaking at STAY WYSE this week, where I had the chance to dive into the powerful connection between Educational Travel and the West End. A huge thank you to the STAY WYSE Hostel Conference team for hosting such an amazing event. ”
“The first time our organization attended STAY WYSE and I think it is very valuable for us to visit in the upcoming years as well. Amazing organization and it was nice catching up with some existing partners but also meeting a lot of new partners. Overall very interesting! ”
Scooltrips
“STAY WYSE is the most efficient and “to the point” trade show for those who are into school/ group travel. You can’t go wrong.”
“STAY WYSE offers the opportunity to see a lot of business partners in a formal and informal setting, while at the same time keeping up to date with new exciting developments.”
“One of the best travel events to meet specific travel industry vendors and suppliers. A very well organized event, easy to schedule and monitor appointments. All the arrangements were fabulous from the initial coordination, networking party, meetings, fam trips, education sessions, etc.”
“Great event where all the major players are present. This is a must for any youth accommodation provider to connect with top business partners.”
“I liked the mix this year between sessions and meetings across both days – worked well in terms of keeping concentration levels and stamina going!”
“The event has helped me to realize several projects in my agency that I had paused due to the lack of security of possible suppliers caused by not having direct contact.”
“This was the second STAY WYSE Amsterdam event that we attended with Cornwall Plus and it proved to be as beneficial as the first, reinforcing established business relationships with lots of opportunities for developing new ones. As always the social programme was so much fun with an abundance of food, dancing and laughter.”
“The venue was outstanding and the food and beverage would also score a 10, and that never happens at events like this – it’s usually more like a 4 – or maybe a 6 at a nice hotel. We’ll be back.”
“Always a fantastic opportunity, to make new friends, to reconnect with old friends and to keep relevant by knowing what is happening in our industry.”
“This was our first time attending STAY WYSE as a company and we were blown away by the conference. From start to finish the organisation was top-notch. The appointment tool made it incredibly easy to get meetings in place with a plethora of potential new suppliers in advance of the conference and once we arrived everything ran like clockwork. It wasn’t just the opportunity to meet new suppliers which was useful, the FAM trip allowed us to see a good range of potential visits in Amsterdam, and the location of the conference was a good base to explore the city on foot. All-in-all, it’s highly recommended!”
“GREAT first event in this region [the Americas], so it bodes very well for future events. Thank you. “
“It was my first time at STAY WYSE and didn’t know what to expect, but I was delighted with everything. It was a great conference and definitely the best I attended in the last year. I will definitely come again.”
“Attending STAY WYSE provided a platform to connect on a personal level with key suppliers from all over the world. Being based in New Zealand, we are so far removed from major European and American suppliers and the generous Buyer Programme made these connections possible. I would definitely recommend attending STAY WYSE.”
“Best event we go to every year.“
ASSD
“Thank you STAY WYSE for a great event in Dublin! It is always great to meet with existing and new partners, as well as colleagues across the industry to share experiences and insights.“
“Well, that was aaaawesome! I love hostel conferences – you work, play, learn, and somehow do all three at once. Whether you’re catching up with old friends or meeting someone for the first time, you hear speakers talk about the real stuff our industry needs to pay attention to. And STAY WYSE Hostel Conference nailed it again this year! And yeah, these events feel like meeting new and old friends who happen to be in the same business. You share and learn best practices, ask for help, celebrate wins – and I freaking love this! Thank you STAY WYSE team! That was really fun! “
relationships and partnerships for the future. A big thank you to the entire organization for making this possible!”
“Last week we had a great time attending the STAY WYSE Hostel Conference in Budapest. It was a couple of inspiring days full of interesting conversations, new ideas, and meeting people from across the youth, hostel, and extended-stay accommodation world. Big thanks to everyone we connected with – partners, peers, and fellow hospitality people — for the great chats about group accommodation, partnerships, and where the industry is heading. Already looking forward to what’s next. ”
Lebowski Ltd
“First, a huge thanks to the STAY WYSE Hostel Conference team for putting together a strong event that actually brings the industry into the same room. The conversations felt open, friendly and useful. For me, it was a mix of catching up with old contacts and meeting new people who care about where hostels and youth travel are heading. It’s always good to step out of the daily routine and see new trends.”
“What a crazy few days!!!
We just got back from Budapest where we represented Kick Ass Hostels at the STAY WYSE Hostel Conference. We spent the time meeting and speaking with hostel owners, buyers and agents from all over the world. We also discussed and attended panels about how the scope of the youth travel industry is changing and what we can do to scale our business to keep up with Gen Z travellers and AI.
These in-person chats with talented industry professionals were so insightful and the conference could not have been organised any better. “
Kick Ass Hostels
“A huge thank you to the STAY WYSE Hostel Conference team for creating such a valuable forum for open discussion, insight sharing and forward thinking across our sector. “
Kabannas
“We had the pleasure of participating in STAY WYSE Budapest 2026, one of the most inspiring events in the student housing and hospitality sector. It was an incredible experience to share ideas, learn from great professionals, and connect with international partners who are shaping the future of student and traveller accommodation. A big thank you to everyone who made this event possible – for the insightful conversations, the positive energy, and the opportunities that arise when the industry comes together with vision and enthusiasm. We’re heading back full of new ideas, motivation, and excitement to keep building the future together!“
Latroupe
“When it comes to selling accommodation for millennials and Gen-Zers, STAY WYSE is THE event to attend. The great thing is that the attendees are looking for the product you are offering and you don’t need to spend time explaining what shared accommodation or the concept of a hostel is: we all speak the same language!“
“Really well organised event and plenty of useful contacts made.”
Experience Education
“STAY WYSE Budapest was a very well‑organized and valuable event. It offered excellent opportunities to connect with both established partners and new buyers in a relaxed yet highly professional setting. The quality of the networking, combined with insightful sessions and a strong international mix of participants, made it particularly effective from a business development perspective. Overall, it was a great platform to exchange ideas, build meaningful relationships, and explore new collaboration opportunities within the youth and student travel sector. ”
Ostello Bello
“I wasn’t sure what to expect, but wow, it was amazing! Speed dating on high!!!”
Authentic Europe
“We just got back excited after attending the latest edition of STAY WYSE Hostel Conference in Budapest. Over two days, we connected with partners and partners-to-be through business appointments, sharing experiences, perspectives, and best practices – all with the common goal of enhancing how we build community for our travelers. Honest conversations, real inspiration, plenty of ideas… and a bit of fun that we bring back to keep pushing Amistat Hostels forward. “
Amistat Hostels
“STAY WYSE Amsterdam was so far the best business conference I ever participated in (10+). The quality and the organization was so great that I would honestly recommend it to all partners in the business. We brought ca. 10 direct leads back home which is an amazing success.”
“I loved it! I would love even more discussions and panels! All the events were great! No complaints at all! More tattoos! “
Keriomet, S.L.
“It was great to meet suppliers and other partners again after so many years. Thanks to the team for a professional, fun and interesting event and thanks again to all the sponsors!”
“I had a great experience at STAY WYSE Miami; very well organized, great sellers, very well-located hotels and well focused attendees. I was very happy to participate; I’m sure the new business options for 2020 will be much better after a new portfolio with STAY WYSE.”
“We attended the STAY WYSE conference for the first time this year and have had an amazing experience. This has been the most relevant conference I have attended with the ability to ensure that I was able to target and meet with the correct buyers for my product. Not a moment wasted!!!”
“Incredibly smooth organisation, but really a fantastic balance and mix of business meetings / social events / educational talks. The business appointments are a really great system.”
“The event was incredibly well organized and ensured the best use of time and materials. It provided the very best opportunity for student and youth travel organizations to meet and trade with hostel and hotel (accommodations) providers. One of the best, if not the best, event in the travel industry.”
“I really loved my first WYSE event experience. The conference is incredibly well organized. The educational sessions were excellent.”
“I found the Stay WYSE conference excellent. It was great to meet some of my existing contacts in a social setting as well as a more formal setting during the meetings. It is also a great conference for meeting potential accommodation buyers and making new contacts.”
“I’d like to thank WYSE Travel Confederation for such a great event held in Amsterdam. It is a non-stop show from Wed evening till Fri afternoon that if you manage to get through alive, you’ll return home with business under your arms. It is a “must attend” event in Bracap Global Tours trade shows calendar.”
