To ensure you have a pleasant trip, it’s essential to learn some taboos compiled by female travelers. Once you’ve read these reminders, you’re good to go!
Travel with companions and never wander off alone
Don’t assume solo travel is romantic—traveling with others is absolutely important. Especially when it comes to women who are physically fit, clever, and passionate about traveling, they can use their wits to help you when something happens.
In places with high mountains, rapid rivers, dense forests, or remote areas, women should never travel blindly alone. It's advisable to seek help from local travel agencies. Although it’s a paid service, it will offer real protection for your personal safety. And remember, safety is the most important thing for women.
If your travel companions are all female or you’re traveling solo, be extra cautious and guard against thieves, robbers, and ill-intentioned individuals. Therefore, for the safety of female travelers, it’s necessary to buy insurance from specialized women’s insurance companies or through e-commerce insurance websites. Women often have misconceptions about insurance. Actually, just pay attention to the different features of travel accident insurance when purchasing.
Choose the right time and place
Some countries have better public security and are suitable for female group travel. Additionally, even when traveling with others, try to avoid going out late at night. Also, do some online research before departure to understand which areas are more dangerous and what common scams locals use to target tourists. Knowing both sides can help reduce the chances of accidents.
Don’t dress or act like a tourist
Dress simply and naturally: Try to dress as locals do. Traveling isn’t a beauty pageant—avoid flashy outfits or showing off valuables that might attract criminals. After taking photos at a sight, put your camera away immediately. When using public transport, wear your backpack facing backward.
Choose a safe spot to check maps: Look at maps inside your hotel, in discreet places, or while sitting securely on the subway—plan your route before moving.
Keep your voice low when talking: Girls can easily get carried away chatting and might end up walking into dark alleys or getting lost without realizing it. Your loud, distinctive accents may have already drawn unwanted attention from criminals.
Don’t give handouts randomly
Save your sympathy. Giving money to one beggar might lead to being surrounded by a “beggar gang” and unable to escape. Moreover, if women or children approach you, keep your distance—they often use extremely skillful pickpocketing techniques on tourists.
Be cautious with transportation and accommodation
Stay highly alert when taking trains. When using sleeper cars, although the lower bunk is convenient for movement, there is more foot traffic. Thieves often take advantage when you’re not paying attention, so opt for the upper bunk when possible. After arriving at your destination, don’t be tempted by cheap prices to rent unfamiliar private homes or stay on lower floors.
Be careful with romantic encounters and new friends
Don’t think it’s a pity to reject an attractive stranger’s chat-up line—they might be a wolf in sheep’s clothing. Also, never drink beverages offered by strangers or easily agree to invitations just because someone seems friendly (even if they’re women). Preferably talk to families or those traveling with elderly people or children. When you arrive at any location, if someone joins later and tries to chat with you, be cautious—they may have been watching you for a while.