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What To Look For In Women’s Hiking Boots

Deciding to take along a pair of women’s hiking boots on a trip is an investment – they’re expensive, they’re … Read More

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How To Find The Safest Places To Travel Alone (Hint: It’s A Free App!)

Let’s face it: when we plan a solo trip, safety is at the forefront of our concerns and we look … Read More

Hotel Safety For Women: Being Safe In Your Room When You Travel Solo

The last thing you want to think about while traveling the world on your own is hotel or motel safety. … Read More

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Indispensable Travel Accessories For Women

Are you the kind of traveler who wants the best travel accessories for women without paying top prices? A woman … Read More

Dreaming Of Solo Travel? Tired Of Hearing You Shouldn’t?

This entire website should NOT be necessary. Solo female travelers should not need to take special precautions, travel with greater … Read More

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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 … Read More

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How To Make Money As A Woman Online | 25+ Ways

One of the benefits of living in today’s world is that the internet has freed us from ‘place’. Being paid … Read More

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How To Find The Best Cooking Vacations – Italy, France And Beyond

Can you think of a better way to understand a culture than by learning to cook its dishes? (Other than … Read More

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What Is Switzerland Famous For? Beyond Heidi, Cheese And Chocolate

Who hasn’t dreamt of waking up in a cozy wooden chalet in a beautiful alpine setting, with views over the … Read More

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11 Facts About Dublin, Ireland (Not All Of Them Turned Out To Be True)

“Why would you ever think Irish food is bland?” my friend Úna asked in disbelief. I have no idea, but this was … Read More

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Women on the Road

Hi! I'm Leyla Giray Alyanak and through Women on the Road I've been providing inspiration and advice on solo female travel since 2007. A former foreign correspondent and diplomat, I've had the privilege to visit more than 90 countries (and no, I'm not finished yet!).

But the world has changed and the virus is keeping many of us home. 

For those who CAN travel without putting themselves or others at risk, you'll find plenty of inspiration in these pages (most of which were written pre-Covid). 

For those who CANNOT travel... this is the perfect time for armchair escape and to plan for when we're on the road again.

Whichever it is, if you're over 50, curious and independent, a traveler at heart and in love with the world, you're in the right place. New to Women on the Road?
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  • Home
  • Start Here
  • Travel Styles
    • Solo Travel
    • Experiential Travel
    • Responsible and Ethical Travel
    • Unusual Travels
  • Travel Planning
    • World Travel Planning
    • How to Plan Your Budget
    • Accommodations
  • Shop
  • Packing
    • Packing Lists
      • For Long-Term Travel
      • For Europe
      • For Tropical Vacations
      • For Airbnb
      • For Winter
      • For Long Flights
      • First Aid Kit Checklist
    • Travel Clothing Guide
    • Travel Accessories for Women
  • Destinations
    • Africa
    • Americas
    • Asia-Pacific
    • Europe
    • Pilgrimage Routes
    • Where Should I Travel Next?
  • Resources
    • Free Travel Tools
    • What’s New?
    • Travel Resources for Women
    • Women’s Travel Book Reviews
    • WOTR News – Every other Tuesday!
  • Stories