The Drifter

30/09/2026

THAT’S A WRAP!
And just like that, entries for the Drifter Press Pass are officially closed.
A huge thank you to everyone who entered. You lot are very creative, and we’ve loved seeing what you came up with.
We’re making our way through the applications now. If you’ve been shortlisted, we’ll be in touch by next week.
 
Stay tuned.

21/09/2026

ONE WEEK TO GO
 
Tag your bestie, your partner, your mum, your sibling, or hell, that random you met in a bar who you promised you’d travel the world with.

We’ll send you a link to apply.
 
We’ve loved watching these applications roll in, and now we want to see who else is out there.

Applications close September 30.

21/09/2026

Six years ago, Drifter was an idea.
Today, we’re proud to share that Drifter has been named Best Hostel at the Global Youth Travel Awards.

What began as a vision for a different kind of travel experience has grown into a community, a culture and a brand we’re incredibly proud of.

To everyone who has stayed with us, worked with us and believed in us along the way, thank you. This one is for you

14/09/2026

Summer looks good on us

14/09/2026

Summers looks good on us

09/09/2026

The New Drifter Wellington, with our signature bar Rambler, wellness, co-work, social kitchen and diverse room offering designed for the free spirited. Bookings now available for January 2027. ✖️✖️

08/09/2026

Who would you bring??
Tag that friend you’d disappear for 8 weeks with.

We’ve had applications coming in from all over the world and there are just 3 weeks left to throw your hats in the ring.
 
Two travellers. Eight weeks. One hell of a story.
Flights, stays, travel and spending money included.
 
Applications close September 30.

08/09/2026

03/09/2026

moments from the best places in the world