Travelling as a Woman

One in two travellers is a woman. And whether some like it or not, women who travel can face particular issues that are quite different from those men encounter. Of course, it also depends on the type of trip, the destinations, the cultures you meet, and each woman’s experience or personality...

Women Around the World

Your turn to expand: What is the place and role of women in different countries and cultures? It’s good to know this to understand the challenges you might face when travelling to certain regions or areas.

Preparing for Your Trip

Luggage

Your turn to expand: Clothing, toiletries, hygiene and health, and some travel-specific gear for women.

Travelling Alone or with Others

Your turn to expand: Logically, travelling alone, with other women, as a couple, with family, or in a group means you won’t be "perceived" the same way, and you won’t approach your journey in the same manner.

Travelling While Pregnant

Your turn to expand: What to do or avoid? Precautions, transport, and more.

On the Ground

Clothing and Behaviour

Your turn to expand: How to dress and behave depending on where you’re visiting?

Safety

Your turn to expand: Choosing your accommodation, transport, places to explore, and—most importantly—your encounters, especially if you’re travelling alone.

Health

Your turn to expand: Hygiene, precautions, and health-related annoyances.