| Would you recommend a female friend, daughter | | | | next. For women traveling in the Middle East, for |
| or sister to take a lone holiday in Bangkok, Mexico | | | | example, smiling or making eye contact with men |
| or Tokyo by themselves? The answer is probably | | | | could lead other people to question your morals. |
| not. The idea of women traveling alone in foreign | | | | Don't be afraid to ask fellow travelers or hotel |
| climes is shrouded in the assumption that single | | | | reps if you are unsure whether certain behaviors |
| females are at greater risk of robbery, attack or | | | | and dress codes are socially acceptable in the |
| worse when by themselves. Taking the right | | | | place you're staying. |
| precautions and a little bit of healthy paranoia can | | | | When packing for your travels remember to pack |
| make sure you not only enjoy a safe trip but also | | | | light. Walking in heels might be practical on home |
| have a great time in the process. | | | | turf but can easily become a hassle when abroad. |
| The first safety precaution for women traveling | | | | Jewelery and valuables are also best left at home |
| alone is to keep in touch with family and friends | | | | given that jewelery can attract thieves and could |
| back home as well as people like hotel managers, | | | | even prevent you from getting a good deal when |
| hostel reps and other travelers whilst on your | | | | bartering for goods in a market setting. Carry |
| vacation. This doesn't mean checking in ever hour | | | | large amounts of money is also inadvisable for the |
| but instead letting people know where you are | | | | same reasons. Modern ATM software means that |
| staying, which regions you are planning to visit and | | | | it's never been easier to take your regular credit |
| when you should be expected in a certain place. | | | | or debit card with you and prevents the need to |
| Visiting remote locations such as national parks or | | | | take large amounts of cash with you. Travelers |
| out of the way islands are best explored as part | | | | checks and pre-loaded travelers' cards are also |
| of a group while making sure you can easily | | | | advised. |
| contact someone if need be via mobile phone. | | | | Finally, implementing basic common sense is |
| Knowing what to expect from the country you | | | | perhaps the best piece of advice for lone female |
| are visiting is highly advised. With cultures and | | | | travelers. Sticking to the main tourist trails is a |
| etiquette varying from place to place, there are | | | | good idea as is taking taxis at night time rather |
| many hidden pitfalls that could land lone female | | | | than walking to your destination. Never get into an |
| travelers in social hot water. To get around this, it | | | | unmarked cab or accept a lift from a local; no |
| is advised that travelers do a bit of research | | | | matter how helpful or genuine they seem. |
| about their vacation destination before departure. | | | | Remaining aware whilst immersing yourself in a |
| Pay attention from the minute you arrive and | | | | new culture will ensure you have a memorable |
| travelers will quickly work out what is socially | | | | and enjoyable time whilst staying safe. |
| acceptable in one country and disrespectful in the | | | | |