Travel Resources For Women Who Travel Independently

When I started traveling on my own, the web didn’t exist, and women rarely traveled solo. 

There were few travel resources for women. I had to dredge existing guidebooks that dedicated a paragraph or two to women’s travel, no more.

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But today things are different.

We have the web, and it’s crowded with information and advice for us. Sometimes too much advice, so I’ll try to simplify things by sharing the travel resources I personally use to plan my travels. (I’ve also added some travel blogging and writing resources at the bottom if you’re so inclined.)

HOW TO ORGANIZE YOUR TRIP

Deciding where to start planning can be complicated – there’s so much out there. Start by exploring these initial pages and branch out from here.

Essential Planning Resources

WHAT TO TAKE WITH YOU

HOW TO STAY HEALTHY AND SAFE 

Whatever your travel plans or concerns, staying healthy and safe should be at the very top of your list. Don’t fall prey to the “it won’t happen to me” syndrome – it doesn’t have to, if you take a few precautions.

Helpful resources on health and safety

MONEY MATTERS

We never seem to have enough money to travel as much as we’d like – that’s a fact. Here are some ways to save money, or to earn more to travel more.

AND IF YOU CAN’T TRAVEL…

— Originally published on 12 November 2011

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