4 Tips For Traveling Solo as a Woman (In Honor of Women's History Month)

For many people, especially woman the very thought of traveling solo is completely terrifying. "Where do I start?" "Will I be safe?" Will I want to do things by myself?" These are just numerous questions that may cross your mind. As this is Women's History Month, I am putting together a list of 4 main tips that I believe you will benefit from if you are considering starting your solo travel experience.

Tip 1: Plan - Do Your Research

Some people may be go with the flow kind of travelers. However, for solo traveling it is important to plan and arrange your accommodations in advance. You don't want to arrive at the airport and be looking around confused. You want to know that you already booked a private car or a shuttle. You already know where your hotel is and you have provided your itinerary to someone that you trust (i.e: your parent, spouse, best-friend, coworker etc.) so they can have an idea of your main whereabouts.

Tip 2: Wear Your Most Valuable Belongings

When leaving the hotel, you want to have your most important identification with you (passport or a picture of it). You can wear things such as a crossbody bag or a stash band, which is in this picture. A stash band can fit a passport, your phone, and other things. The beauty of it is that you can put it underneath your clothing so it is it none detectable and pick pocket proof. You can also jog with this. So it is super convenient. https://amzn.to/3FdDTAr

Tip 3: Don't Listen to People That Call You "Crazy"

Many women are discouraged to travel solo. People automatically introduce fear and have many questions about the safety of your destination. They tell you things they may have heard about the country. Now I'm not telling you not to be cautious but it is important to have your own experience. So, seek advice from those that have been to the destination, especially solo travelers.

Tip 4: Join the Smart Traveler Enrollment Program

This program allows Citizens to travel and enroll your itinerary to the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate. This program allows you to receive important information from the embassy about safety conditions in your destination country. It is also allows the embassy to contact you in an emergency, whether it's a natural disaster or family emergency.

So there you have it. These are my four main tips that I believe will get your solo travel journey started with confidence.

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