Traveling alone is the dream of many people and anyone has the right to do so. However, traveling alone also contains many risks and unpredictable dangers, especially for women. Here are some tips to note and prepare before traveling alone:
Find a safe person or place
When you come to a new land, whether staying for a month or just one night, you can still get used to it and should look for a "safe place" there. It can be a motel, a coffee shop or a bar, as long as you feel comfortable going there.
It would be great if you have a space to "hang around" while traveling, or someone you can trust. For example, a baker, a local resident or the motel owner you are renting... that you feel friendly and kind enough.
Another good tip when traveling alone is to keep your whereabouts a secret. If someone strangely asks where you are and whether you are alone, you should say that you have a friend nearby.
Finally, make sure you are familiar with this area before going out at night. Because going out at night is not safe, especially for women. So if possible, go with a trusted friend or go to familiar places!
Sharing your position with friends
Many apps and phones are capable of sharing your location with friends, including the iPhone. Therefore, it is easy to let someone know exactly where you are.
You don't need to share your location with your parents to make them less worried, but you can do it with your best friend to prevent unexpected things. In addition, if you accidentally lose or lose your phone, you can also ask for help from friends to find it.
Don't forget to bring your phone charger and spare battery during the trip to avoid running out of battery at any time. In addition to location sharing, the phone can also help you see maps and position yourself, in case you don't carry a paper map.
Learn to say "No Interest" in the national language you are in
It would be great if you learn many basic phrases in the language of the location you are traveling to. A special phrase that is good for women and people of the third gender should know when traveling is "no interest", "I don't like".
This phrase can be helpful in avoiding unwanted relationships, whether it is flirting or just from street vendors.
Trust your intuition, be careful with your food and drinks
In some cities, even mixers have been found adding unwanted additives to tourists' drinks. Therefore, finding an acquaintance or a safe place is still the top choice.
It is important to be aware of the environment around you. If you are walking alone at night, keep an eye on everything around you. Some women say they have to attend a self-defense class before traveling alone to feel more secure, even if they never have to use that martial art.
Women are enriched with incredible instinct and intuition. Listen truc tiep when it tells you who to talk to, which path to follow, or when to leave a situation.
If you feel someone is watching you or waiting for you, start a conversation with a female couple, an older person, or someone who seems to be reliable around you. Don't be afraid to return to the bar and tell the craftsman what's going on. Don't be afraid to ask for help!
