Travel tips to stay safe as a solo female traveller – from tampon wallets to tours

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Wizz Air.But, the main concern many women feel about travelling alone is safety and making sure that they're not in danger when out and about in far flung cities.A whopping 50% of women reported feeling concerned about being safe when traveling solo.Now, travel experts at Wizz Air have shared their tips for staying safe which exploring the world alone.Check them out below…Ensure you do your research before heading out on your first solo trip.

Read the reviews of hotels or B&Bs you are considering, to ensure the location is safe and near amenities such as public transport.If you are travelling on a budget, it can be easy to ignore reviews in favour of saving money, however you must ensure there are plenty of reviews available, as this will give you a better understanding of where you will be staying.If you are a social person, then staying in a shared room in a hostel is a great way to make new friends while still maintaining your solo traveller independence.

Many hostels offer female only dorms, offered for the solo traveller and girl group in mind, so it is advisable to seek out places that offer this.Nothing dampens a holiday more than having your valuables stolen, so be vigilant and keep your goods safe.

If you are staying in a hotel room, keep your valuables locked in the safe, usually provided, to give you peace of mind.If you are staying in a shared room in a hostel then most will provide lockers, so ensure you travel with a lock and keep the key on you at all times.Hotels are also not generally responsible for items in your room, so if you do have anything particularly valuable then it is advisable to leave them with the front desk.A reputable hotel will give you a written receipt that you have left your goods.