To be brutally honest traveling solo as a woman can be dangerous – particularly in some parts of the world. Staying safe is not always easy. Not only are women tourists who are alone a prime target for crime, but there can also be other risks for solo women as well. That being said, there are a few measures that you can take to stay safe when traveling alone. Be aware of the risks and potential dangers The more you’re aware of any risks, the … [Read more...]
5 Tips for Women Travelling Alone in the UK
We all know the dangers of travelling alone abroad, in a strange culture, with a strange language and strange customs. But have you ever really thought about the dangers of women travelling alone in the UK and how to remedy them? Here are Five tips that might help... 1. Check in Regularly Let friends, family and social media know where you are and where you are planning to be. It might seem daft, especially given that you are in your own … [Read more...]
Women Travel Safely in India
I am sometimes over tips for women traveling safely - like we are fragile and need protecting from the big bad world. However I am also aware that we are so at home in our own worlds, we forget that things that we do normally at home are weird - dangerous - offensive to others when we travel. Travel for me is not about inflicting my perspective on other people, but listening hard to the place I am in and showing respect for their customs, and … [Read more...]
Keep Safe in India AND Have Fun
India has been getting a lot of bad press lately. Reports of rapes, hangings and general violence against women have made it to the front pages of newspapers globally. That, however, is only part of the picture. While the media must be commended on bringing to us the less than savory reports from that part of the world, it leaves out a lot that could balance that narrative. If you happen to be an Indophile, or someone who has always wanted to … [Read more...]
