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SOLO FEMALE TRAVEL

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!

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Everything you need to get started in solo female travel is on this page! Here's what are other aspiring solo travel stars are asking about most:

How can I get started solo traveling?!

You're in the right place, babe!

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 ❤️

What is solo female travel?

A woman, traveling solo… If only it were so simple, right?

Read: What is solo female travel? inspo, example, and tips!

What are the safest places for women to travel to?

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

How do you gain the confidence to travel solo?

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

What are some solo female travel safety tips you need to know?

Luckily for you, we truly have the ultimate guide: Solo Travel As A Woman: The Ultimate Safety Guide (50+ Tips!)

Where was my first solo trip?

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.

Listen to this podcast episode I did all about it!

Where do you recommend for my first solo trip?

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.

Read this: Where is safe to go as a solo female traveler? 

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Stay safe, make friends, and have fun on your solo-dolo! (scroll right ➝)

Safety Wing

Best travel health insurance

Multi-head Charging Cable

Save space, stay charged.

Duro 6-Port USB Charger

Stay charged, no matter what!

Portable Door Lock

An essential. Use at every place you stay.

Large Mulberry Scarf (70" x 52")

A shawl. A hair covering. A dress. A plane blanket. Every women needs aa travel scarf!

Personal Safety Alarm Keychain Kit

More for your confdence—but just in case!

Uber

Most global ride-sharing option.

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My go-to carrry-on when traveling solo.
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