Solo Female Travel Tips: Staying Safe and Secure

❗Move to the side of the sidewalk or terminal to ensure your back is against something solid and reduce the chance of being targeted.

🚖Research airport taxi or ride share systems to know pickup locations and avoid relying on your phone in unfamiliar areas.

🗺️Download offline maps or print directions to navigate train or metro stations without relying on your phone's internet connection.

💳Hide cash discreetly using hidden money belts or divided pockets and avoid flaunting your money in public.

👀Stay observant of your surroundings, practice situational awareness, and avoid being an easy target for potential criminals.

What should I do if someone follows me into an elevator or hotel corridor?

—Keep walking or move to the side to let them pass. Avoid entering your hotel room until you are sure you are not being followed.

How can I divide my cash and cards to prevent losing everything?

—Use hidden money belts or separate pockets to divide cash and cards, reducing the risk of losing everything if one item is stolen.

Is it safe to take public transportation alone as a solo female traveler?

—Yes, it is safe to take public transportation as long as you plan your route in advance, familiarize yourself with the system, and stay aware of your surroundings.

Should I avoid staying in remote or secluded areas?

—It is recommended to stay in central locations with crowds, as they provide a safer environment and reduce the likelihood of encountering dangerous situations.

How can I protect my belongings in crowded tourist areas?

—Use zipper locks to secure your bag and consider wearing it under your jacket for added security. Avoid flaunting valuable items and stay vigilant of pickpockets.

00:00Solo female travel can be safe and secure with the right precautions.

00:42Move to the side of the sidewalk or terminal to reduce the chance of being targeted.

01:53Research airport taxi or ride share systems to know pickup locations in unfamiliar areas.

02:50Download offline maps or print directions when navigating train or metro stations.

05:49Hide cash discreetly using hidden money belts or divided pockets.

09:58Stay observant of your surroundings to avoid becoming an easy target for criminals.

12:59Keep walking or move to the side if someone follows you in an elevator or hotel corridor.

15:29Divide your cash and cards using hidden money belts or separate pockets.