50 Places Women Should Never Travel Alone

Honduras

Although overall crime has gone down slightly, traveling to Honduras on your own isn’t exactly the best-case scenario. The country has one of the highest murder rates in the entire world. Due to gang violence, armed robbery, and rape, the UN has named Honduras as one of the most dangerous places to travel to.

In fact, the National Commission for Human Rights reports that 90% of female fatalities were not investigated over the past decade. If Honduras is still calling your name, stick to the touristy areas—but even then, women should exercise extreme caution.

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