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Djenne

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

Unusual Travel Destinations: 18 Unique Travel Experiences For Solo Women

If you’re anything like me, you might enjoy visiting places you already know and love. Or maybe you have the soul … Read More

Landmine sign

Why Travel To Dangerous Places?

What is the inexplicable appeal of dangerous places, of conflicts and war zones, that so attracts some travelers? If you’re … Read More

Ceiling of a yurt in Kyrgyzstan

Travel To Kyrgyzstan: An Independent Woman’s Guide

For someone who dislikes heights and is averse to mountains, this might seem an odd choice for a three-week visit. But … Read More

The Berm, in Western Sahara, one of the non-UN member states

Travel To Unrecognized Countries (Or How To Visit Places That Don’t Quite Exist)

Imagine going into a train station and asking for a ticket to a certain destination, only to be told: “There … Read More

East Timor sunset

East Timor Travel: Why Go To A Country So Few People Ever Visit?

East Timor is anything but your typical tourist destination – yet it has it all: superb diving, friendly people, stunning … 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