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Solo travel for women and the 5 best countries to do it in

LSOphotoTraveling solo as a woman is no longer some niche backpacker rite of passage — it´s become one of the defining trends in modern travel. But while confidence, common sense, and preparation matter everywhere, some countries simply make solo female travel easier. The best destinations tend to share a few key qualities: low violent-crime rates; reliable public transportation; strong tourism infrastructure; visible gender equality; and cultures where women dining alone or wandering…

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Older solo women travellers embrace Africa’s wild side

PixelCatchers Across Africa’s sweeping landscapes, a growing number of older women are choosing to travel solo, drawn by the promise of adventure, connection, and discovery. At Acacia Africa, Sales & Marketing Manager Arno Delport has witnessed this shift first-hand — a change that is challenging stereotypes, reshaping itineraries, and redefining what luxury and adventure mean to this dynamic group of travellers. According to Delport, many see solo travel as an opportunity to reconnect with…

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6 essential safety products for women traveling solo

More women are seeing the world solo these days than ever before - and by far the majority happily and without incident. But in some countries (and you'll very much want to research which ones before you depart) crime is sadly an issue, and especially for females. Fortunately, in addition to common-sense precautions, investing in a handful of travel safety products for both your belongings and your person can help you to explore the world with security and peace of mind. In addition, I would…

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Palm Springs' Preferred Small Hotels - the perfect girls’ getaway

Recently my girlfriend Sue Montgomery and I were off for a girls’ getaway to Palm Springs, the Southern-California city of luxurious, boutique hotels designed to pamper and emanate old world charm from those days of past Hollywood glamour and relaxation. Palm Springs was a city of scandal and partying of some of the most well-known stars and producers of the late 1950s, including the Rat Pack, Elvis Presley, and Marilyn Monroe. Sue and I loaded our suitcases into our car, and we were off to…

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Ann Dys May 11, 2026 at 9:42pm

I read María José´s article mentioned above about the best countries for solo female travelers, and in looking more into the issue, came across this BBC article about five more of the safest countries - well, four, because they also include Japan. Norway and the United Arab Emirates are also on the list, no big shock there. But I didn´t expect Slovenia, and I was extra surprised by Rwanda. I mean...Rwanda? In the top five?? https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20230402-five-countries-that-are...

Five countries that are safer for women

Despite the growing trend in solo travel, women still encounter challenges when they travel abroad alone. But some places are topping the rankings wh…
- Tripatini > Ann Dys May 12, 2026 at 1:15pm
  
  Just so everyone is aware, María José´s post can be accessed at https://tripatini.com/profiles/blogs/women-solo-travel-canada-icela...
  
  Solo Travel for Women and the 5 Best Countries to Do It In
  
  LSOphotoTraveling solo as a woman is no longer some niche backpacker rite of passage — it´s become one of the defining trends in modern travel. But w…
Ken Kok Lee May 10, 2026 at 1:40pm

Every once in a while I take a look at what the internet has to say about my hometown Singapore, and it turns out that a survey by the platform TrustedHousesitters.com puts it at the top of the list for solo female travelers - and I can understand why! (Though it was closely followed by New York City, which...well, whatever) https://www.trustedhousesitters.com/blog/travel/solo-female-travele...
María José December 15, 2025 at 2:15pm

Very inspiring! https://www.theguardian.com/travel/2025/nov/30/i-was-hooked-the-ris...

‘I was hooked’: the rise of the intrepid female solo traveller | Travel | The Guardian

Women of all ages, especially older ones, are actively choosing to travel alone. What’s behind the trend?
Wendy Capra December 14, 2025 at 6:28pm

Best places for females to travel solo? Noted, thanks! Although I must say, Bath, England seems oddly specific https://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/solo-travel/best-places...
Maria de los Angeles June 17, 2025 at 1:58pm

Very inspiring indeed! https://www.bbc.com/travel/article/20210825-in-the-steps-of-history...

In the steps of history's forgotten female explorers

Walking in the footsteps of history's intrepid women explorers, Elise Wortley hopes to shine new light on these adventurers and inspire a new generat…
Max Pesling December 28, 2024 at 2:41pm

Wow, I didn´t see this coming https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2024/01/16/women-adventure-...
John Kipper January 17, 2024 at 3:45pm

Hi everyone! I just happened to come across this and thought I´d share: https://www.travelandleisure.com/cozy-girls-trips-to-take-this-wint...
Helen Brown October 18, 2023 at 4:39pm

This is something I personally try to avoid, but I appreciate the tips! https://www.cntraveler.com/story/how-to-travel-comfortably-while-on...

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Barbara Necker May 2, 2023 at 11:25am

Some good pointers/observations here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/travel/tips/women-solo-travel-safety...