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cheerful houses in Colombia coffee region

A Delectable Visit To The Colombia Coffee Region

In 2016, Colombia signed a peace pact with its largest guerrilla group and for the first time in decades, the … Read More

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Solo Trip To Vegas: How To Plan A Fabulous Las Vegas Solo Experience

By Svetlana Rubejov A solo trip to Vegas can be challenging and rewarding, especially if it’s your first time in … Read More

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Travel To Sacred Sites | Top Spiritual Places to Visit in the World

Why do so many of us feel drawn by the idea of travel to sacred sites? Uluru, Easter Island, the Camino, … Read More

Berlin Brandenburg Gate

Solo Travel to Germany: Travel Tips for Your First Visit

by Ali Garland Germany is a wonderful country for first-time travelers, even if you don’t speak the language. Many people … Read More

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What Is Switzerland Known For? It’s Not Just Cheese And Chocolate

Switzerland is that dream country that ends up on most bucket lists: whether its sophisticated cities, adorable villages, or extraordinary … 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

Amber Fort, Jaipur, India

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

Roman Forum

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

Bicycles and bridges in Amsterday

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.

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  • 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