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Best Anti-Theft Purse For Travel: My Top 9 Travel Bag Picks

The best anti-theft purse is the one that foils pickpockets every time. And if I’d had one of these clever items … Read More

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The Sumatra Travel Guide for Solo Women

by Carly Day Picture an idyllic Indonesian island blanketed with tropical rainforests, strewn with volcanoes, bursting with unique cultural experiences, … Read More

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Female Solo Travel in India: 8 exceptional destinations

by Mariellen Ward India is a great destination for solo travelers. That may seem counter-intuitive to some people, but I … Read More

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5 Most Beautiful Cities in Belgium to Visit for Solo Travelers

by Caroline Muller Have you ever thought of adding Belgium to your bucket list? Is it even on your travel … Read More

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The New Normal: International Travel in 2022

Remember when international travel used to be a breeze? You’d buy a ticket, board a plane, be treated to a … Read More

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Travel Book Reviews – Africa And The Middle East

Click here for reviews from: Americas – Asia – Europe – World What Is Africa To Me? – Fragments of a True-to-Life Autobiographyby Maryse Condé (Translated from French … Read More

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Rome Solo Travel: The Perfect Choice for Independent Women

Many of us have long dreamt of Rome solo travel, and it’s certainly up there with Paris when it comes … Read More

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Your Perfect Winter Travel Packing List

Packing for winter travel requires a bit of skill: when space and weight are an issue, warm winter clothes can weigh … Read More

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How To Avoid Unwanted Male Attention When You Travel

We’ve all faced unwanted male attention at some point and much as it pains me to say this, sexual harassment … Read More

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Solo Travel To Amsterdam: A Perfect Destination For Independent Women

By Samantha Karen Solo travel to Amsterdam is simple and straightforward, making this one of the best solo travel destinations … 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