Hi Cassandra – safety, depends on the location (see my tip below!). In general, stay in a known area that is safe. If you are unsure, choose a better quality hotel for security. Avoid going out after dark. In places like Asia, if you are concerned choose a taxi in a city over a bus. If you want to go out at night, don’t wear headphone, turn on your phone’s light, stay on busy streets where there are lots of other people and families out.

Europe and North America are good starting points for first-time female solo travelers.

And always ask local women what they’d do! It’s a good way to make new friends and also to fit in with the local culture.

I share similar views with Erin Pippin. I have no problems with travelling alone; however, I am concerned about my safety while travelling and would have loved to see more women speaking on the issue of safety.
This article is great and I love the fact that women are becoming braver to take on solo travelling. I just want to hear more tips on staying safe while in a foreign country.

Great article, nonetheless!

Thanks for the inspiring post. I’ve been on several trips in the last couple of years but never been on a solo trip because of fear. I like this Idea “Start small and familiar”. I think it minimizes the risk and more chances to a successful solo trip. Well, Thanks again!