Eight Destinations For Women to Solo Travel

Nowadays, more women than ever are opting to travel solo and explore the world alone. Maybe it is the freedom you seek or maybe you’re looking for a bit of adventure on your own. Perhaps you hope to make new friends or maybe you just need time away from the old ones. Whatever the reason, if you’re planning to travel alone, you are in a growing majority. In fact, according to the Daily Mail, two-thirds of ladies prefer to travel alone than with a partner.

When travelling alone, you will probably be concerned about the dangers. We have all heard scary stories about lone female travellers going missing or coming to harm, so it’s no surprise that a recent survey by Statista found that 65% of women cited concerns over personal safety as the number one reason that put them off travelling solo.

To take away some of that worry, here is a list of some of the safest places for lone female travellers. These places are full of fun, excitement and experiences, while also being safe enough for you to relax and enjoy yourself.

New Zealand

New Zealand is considered one of the safest places for a lady to travel alone. Its wonderful cities are brimming with life, and you are bound to find plenty of friendly locals and fellow travellers within them.

Iceland

Most of Scandinavia has a history of being safe for lone female travellers. However, Iceland is slightly ahead of its Nordic neighbours and was even recently ranked number one in the Global Peace Index, helping to secure its safety status.

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam is extremely friendly and harassment of women is rare. It is a beautifully relaxed city that is full of diversity, and there is plenty to do here, with its Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum offering an insight into the Dutch masters, and Anne Frank House offering a moving and poignant view into her life.

Spain

A popular travel destination for families and solo travellers alike, Spain has a lot to offer. Many solo women travellers pick it as their destination of choice due to its rich history, its art and its food. If you want to visit more than one destination during your journey, try a cruise such as Silversea Cruises, which offer some excellent cruising options for solo travellers.

Melbourne, Australia

Melbourne is one of the best places to go for a single female travelling alone. It has so much to offer, including The National Gallery of Victoria and the Heide Museum of Modern Art, which are firm favourites with travellers.

Copenhagen, Denmark

Another Scandinavian place that is popular and safe for lone female travellers, Copenhagen is a lovely city with so much to do. Denmark is one of the most progressive countries in the world and has a brilliant record on gender equality. As such, solo female travellers tend to command a lot of respect from the locals.

Toronto, Canada

Canada is an incredible place to visit and with its low crime rate and friendly locals, it’s also one of the safest. Toronto is renowned for its museums and its wonderful Distillery District. While you’re there, take in the view from the CN Tower and see the beauty of the city from above.

Japan

Japan is a beautiful country with stunning scenery and an excellent reputation for safety. Its low crime rate makes it popular for women travelling solo and there is tons to do in this wonderful country.

No matter where you choose to travel, heading out alone into the world can be a truly exhilarating experience.