Membership
As a VIP member you`ll have access to hundreds of global tours, travel and accommodation discounts - plus the best range of hostel accommodation in Europe, Southern Africa, North, Central and South America, Europe, Australia, NZ and Asia.

What`s more the VIP membership card also doubles as an eKit rechargeable phone card, providing cheap international phone calls, access to messages and a free email account -so you`ll spend less money calling home telling everyone what a great time you`re having backpacking!

With eKit you also get a US$5 bonus when you charge your card with US$20 or more.

How will a VIP Membership save me money?
With the VIP Membership Card you are entitled to cheaper accommodation at VIP hostels, discounts on airline fares, coach/bus passes, trains, car hire, international phone calls, ferries, restaurants, safari tours, dives, skiing, rafting, horse trekking, photo processing, store purchases, bike hire and lots more ... it`s the best way to ensure you get more for your money.

When you stay at a VIP backpackers resort you`ll find out why VIP is the world`s leading independent backpacker accommodation network. As you travel you`ll discover that there is always a VIP backpacker resort in the best locations offering quality budget accommodation, friendly service, and a welcoming attitude, not to mention the loads of discounts you will receive with your VIP backpacker membership card!

Your VIP Membership Card is non-transferable, non-refundable and not replaceable in the event of loss, damage or theft so look after it as you would your passport. You may be able to claim on your travel insurance.