Traveling solo as a woman* is a liberating and life-changing experience that we believe every woman should try! But which destinations are safe? How do you gain the confidence to leave your flaky friends behind? Here you'll find tips, resources, and inspirational stories to get you ready to safely see the world—solo!
*Packs Light says "women" to bring in feminine-identifying persons, but we truly welcome all!
Start with these FAQ! 👇🏽
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1.) Research – get ideas.
2.) Decide where you want to go
3.) Research more – get specific about activities and itineraries.
4.) Find friends on the ground.
5.) Book everything.
6.) Build your confience
7.) Buy some safety gear!
8.) Go ❤️
A woman, traveling solo… If only it were so simple, right?
Safe is so subjective. No one country or place can be generalized as for everyone or dangerous for everyone.
Read this: 10 safest countries for solo female travelers
Read this: The 7 safest European countries for solo female travelers
Here's a secret: the fear never goes away. And it shouldn't! It keeps you safe! But with practice, stories, and tips, you become an expert, and it's a lot less scary! 🥰
Read: Solo female travel tips: how to calm your nerves and stay safe
Luckily for you, we truly have the ultimate guide: Solo Travel As A Woman: The Ultimate Safety Guide (50+ Tips!)
Iceland, 2016 🇮🇸 I was only 17 years old. It was not smooth sailing… 🥴 But it was the trip that changed the course of my life and I loved every difficult, awesome minute.
Start local! Book an Airbnb or space in your own city.
Then, go bigger. Somewhere 50 – 100 miles away. Maybe the next state!
Then, internationally. Iceland (anywhere!), Canada (Quebec or Toronto), and Puerto Rico (San Juan) are great starter destinations.
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