Trinidad was first explored by Spanish and Mexican traders, who liked its proximity to the Santa Fe Trail. It was founded after coal was discovered in the region, in 1862; this led to an influx of immigrants, eager to capitalize on this important natural resource. By the late 1860s, the town had about 1,200 residents.
hostel â(plural hostels) 1  A commercial overnight lodging place, with dormitory accommodation and shared facilities, especially a youth hostel. ( 2 not US) A temporary refuge for the homeless providing a bed and sometimes food. ( obsolete) A small, unendowed college in Oxford or Cambridge.
Noun. 1  A lobby, corridor, or waiting room, used in a hotel, theater, etc. We had a drink in the foyer waiting for the the play to start. 2  The crucible or basin in a furnace which receives the molten metal. ( 3 Britain) A hostel offering accommodation and work opportunities to homeless young people.