It’s a year for solo female travelers – nearly 40% of female travelers expressed interest in moving forward alone in 2025, an increase of 8% from 2023.
However, this may be the first time to set out alone.
Fortunately, experienced female travelers have brought it to social media platforms reddit Share her unique way to stay safe while on vacation alone as a woman.
From strategic lies to tracking devices, these are her most important tips for avoiding the worst-case scenario of being a female traveler…
Wear a fake ring
Although she recommends keeping jewelry “very minimal” during her travel abroad, users recommend wearing cheap and fake wedding rings, especially for women who are afraid of potentially harassing them.
The logic, she believes, is that some men may misunderstand women traveling alone with people looking for romantic partners.
She added that it is best to try and Wear a fake ring “Especially in the US/English speaking countries, random men are more likely to interact with you if you don’t wear it.”
An experienced female traveler has been brought to social media platform Reddit to share her unique tips for staying safe while on her own vacation
While she recommends keeping jewelry “very minimum” during her travel abroad, users recommend wearing cheap fake wedding rings to avoid being harassed by men
Have a false conversation
When faced with an uncomfortable taxi driver, experienced travelers also recommend participating in some lights to reassure your mind and help protect yourself when you feel particularly unsafe.
She said: “If you take a sketchy taxi, I pretend to have a conversation with the people I’m meeting.
“I might even say “See your dad soon” or “See your husband there.”
The most important aspect of this is “don’t let anyone know you’re alone” and “if you stumble upon them, you’re getting rid of the rough situation”.
Investment Position Tracker
The lifestyle of Nomad usually means you are never sure when or where to travel next.
Portable tracking devices such as ceramic tiles have proven to be very popular for female travelers who want to stay safe alone.
Portable tracking devices such as ceramic tiles have proven to be a widespread welcome for female travelers who want to stay safe on the go
Prices range from £20 to £39.99 under, tiles are Life360 products that use Bluetooth technology to allow individuals to track your mobile device from anywhere in the world.
Reddit users have one that describes it as “the comfort of solo travel.”
She added: “I have a tile connected to my best friend’s phone’s key/wallet connection and she can see where I am even if my phone dies.
“It doesn’t hurt to share and do some check-in with friends and family you’re going to, but of course don’t post on any public social media that you’re alone.”
No drinking allowed
Although it’s tempting to let your hair fall and try local wines and cocktails, Reddit users who have been on good travel are warned against drinking too much like female solo travelers.
“I also tend to avoid drinking when traveling alone – unless I go back to my own place or hotel restaurant.
“One or two are good, but you have to be careful about some mixed drinks – air travel/jet lag/elevation will mix with you in a lot of ways before you know…you’re toasting!”
Aleaya Duran, 22, is a female solo traveler who shared her advice with MailOnline. She was posing for a photo at an elephant shelter in Laos, one of her favorite destinations
Reddit users’ hacking comes after solo female traveler Aleaya Duran (@Aleayabella) Warn her two popular backpacking destinations that solo travelers should avoid.
“I’ve had a tough time in the Philippines, especially in Palawan,” the 22-year-old told MailOnline Travel. “I got there during the typhoon season, which made the experience a little difficult because the planes were often cancelled.
“Besides the natural side, I’m more worried about my safety than anywhere else because of the harassment from some locals.”
The fearless traveler also did not recommend Cambodia for female solo travelers, describing it as another country where she is “the least safe”.