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| Safe Travel: 4 Countries for Women to Visit Alone |
Travelling solo has become a popular trend, especially among women, despite the challenges they face when travelling to foreign countries.
However, safety should always be a top priority when planning a solo trip.
Discrimination and safety issues are still prevalent in many parts of the world, but there are countries that have made significant efforts to improve safety for women. Here are four countries that are safe for women to visit alone.
Slovenia
Slovenia ranks highest in the Women's Peace and Security (WPS) Index for Central and Eastern Europe.
The country has made significant progress in women's safety perception in recent years, with around 85% of women feeling safe in Slovenia.
According to adventure consultant Claire Ramsdell, who roamed the streets at night to take photos, Slovenia is accessible using public transportation and is pedestrian-friendly. She had a peaceful and safe solo journey there.
Rwanda
Rwanda is considered safe by women representatives, with a percentage of 55% according to the WPS.
The country ranks high in the Global Gender Gap Index, which measures a country's fairness in terms of economics, education, health, and political participation.
Rebecca Hansen, who moved to Rwanda from Denmark in 2019, says the country is safe because police, security, and military personnel can be found along the roads during the day or at night.
United Arab Emirates (UAE)
The UAE has the highest WPS score in the Middle East and North Africa and continues to lead in gender equality.
About 98.5% of women aged 15 and above report feeling safe walking alone in their city or area of residence in the UAE.
Dubai has been named the safest city for solo women travelers, according to the travel insurance company Insure My Trip.
Japan
Japan is one of the top 10 safest countries in the world according to the Global Peace Index, with low levels of violent crime and internal or external conflicts.
The country has women-only subway cars and women-only accommodations that can make women feel safer when travelling alone.
Lulu Assagaf, who moved to Japan from Indonesia 20 years ago, immediately felt safe there.
Activities such as eating alone or walking around the city are also considered safe for women in Japan.
In conclusion, travelling solo can be an empowering and fulfilling experience, but safety should always be a top priority.
These countries have made significant efforts to improve safety for women travellers and are great options for those planning a solo trip.