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Lake Annecy seen from above

A Woman’s Guide: Things To Do In Annecy, France’s “Prettiest Town”

Annecy, France: is it really France’s prettiest town? It’s all subjective, of course, but a lot of French like to … Read More

Lucerne, Switzerland at nigh

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

Food in Dublin - dumpling

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

Baths in Budapest

Things To Do In Budapest: A Solo Woman’s Weekend Guide

By Barbara Wagner There are so many reasons to visit Budapest, the capital of Hungary – and one of the … Read More

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Places To Visit In Krakow: A Guide For Women Travelers

If you’re staying near Krakow’s main market square – and you should if you can – the first thing you’ll … Read More

Duomo in Florence

2 Days In Florence, Italy: An Independent Woman’s Guide

Two days in Florence is hardly enough to scratch the surface but sometimes, it’s all you have, especially if you’re … Read More

Duomo, Milan, Italy

A Perfect Weekend In Milan: Travel Guide For Women

The prospect of a weekend in Milan, Italy, made me curious, a bit nervous, even. It is Italy’s fashion capital … Read More

sunset over Scottish castle

Solo Travel To Scotland: A Guide For The Independent Traveler

by Kathryn Bird Ah, Bonnie Scotland. Famous for whiskey, tartan, Nessie the Loch Ness monster, Harry Potter, men in kilts … Read More

Bulgarian food

The Independent Woman’s Solo Bulgaria Travel Guide

By Naddya Wagner Bulgaria is still one of the few European countries where prices are affordable, infrastructure is good enough … Read More

Paris in the snow, Eiffel Tower

Best Places In Europe To Travel Alone (For Women Travelers!)

Europe is home for me – I was born in France, raised in Spain and spent much of my adult … Read More

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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