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Sumatra Batak house in Lake Toba

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

Traditional balcony in Tbilisi

Solo Tbilisi Travel For The Independent Woman

by Emily Lush Historically one of the most important cities in the South Caucasus region, Tbilisi has always been a … Read More

Viet nam fishermen

First-Time Solo Travel To Vietnam For Independent Women

by Alice Ross Vietnam has always been a special place for me. Whenever I visit, I enjoy the culture and … Read More

Korean French fries

The Ideal Two-Week South Korea Itinerary For Solo Women

Imagine someone giving up their subway seat so two friends can sit together. Or leaving your room unlocked or your … Read More

Chao Phraya River in Bangkok at sunset

3 Days In Bangkok? Use The Chao Phraya River As Your Guide

Can’t decide which things to do in Bangkok in three days? Overwhelmed with choice? If you’re planning a trip to … Read More

Thai street food

7 Yummy Street Foods You Must Eat In Bangkok (Especially Your First Time)

When Bangkok’s city authorities took a decision in 2018 to ban Thai street food stalls on major thoroughfares, they may … Read More

Wild And Wonderful Things To Do in Uzbekistan, Heart Of The Silk Road

There are plenty of things to do in Uzbekistan, and one of the more challenging – until recently – was … Read More

Puppet theater in Hanoi, Vietnam

Oceania And Asia Travel Destinations For Women

When I was a journalist, I lived in Bangkok for two years, covering Southeast Asia. It was a wonderful platform … Read More

Fishermen in Sri Lanka

A Week In Sri Lanka: Is It Enough To See The Country?

Updated 9 April 2019 — A week in Sri Lanka is the bare minimum: given the choice I would have … 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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  • 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