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Chao Phraya River in Bangkok at sunset

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

By Leyla. 25 October 202111 October 2023

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

Louvre pyramid

Cheap Paris Travel: 21 Free (Or Almost Free) Things To Do In Paris

By Leyla. 21 October 202115 November 2023

Yes, there is such a thing as cheap Paris travel and no, you shouldn’t miss out on this wonderful city … Read More

Tivoli Gardens, Copenhagen

Copenhagen Solo Travel: Copenhagen Tips For Women Traveling Alone

Updated: 2 November 2023

Yes, Copenhagen solo travel is popular! Copenhagen, Denmark’s capital, has been ranked the best city in the world for all sorts of … Read More

Thai street food

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

By Leyla. 13 October 202111 October 2023

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

Belem Tower Lisbon

Solo Travel Lisbon Guide For The Independent Woman

Updated: 17 February 2026

Considering solo travel Lisbon style? An affordable fairytale trip is around the corner! There are few cities as pleasant as … Read More

spanish tapas bar Santiago de Compostela

Are These The Best Spanish Tapas In Spain?

By Leyla. 21 September 202130 October 2023

Identifying the best Spanish tapas is of course an impossible task, but pointing to some favorites is marginally easier.  There isn’t a … Read More

Bordeaux mirror fountain

Add These 24 Captivating Southern France Cities (And Towns) To Your List

By Leyla. 18 September 202111 October 2023

Paris may be the most visited city in the world but beyond France’s capital, you’ll find city after French city … Read More

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

By Leyla. 16 September 202123 January 2023

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

pasteis de nata Portugal

A Portugal Travel Guide For Women: Diverse, Intriguing, Delightful

By Guest Contributor. 5 August 20212 November 2023

The first thing that struck me about Portugal was how safe I felt just wandering around on my own. Admittedly, … Read More

Madrid Gran Via at night

One Day In Madrid For The Adventurous 50+ Traveler

By Leyla. 31 July 202117 February 2026

Madrid is a wonderful city and remarkably safe for a metropolis its size. It’s the perfect escape for solo female … Read More

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Hi! I'm Leyla 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 99 100 countries so far (and no, I'm not finished yet!).

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