50 Places Women Should Never Travel Alone
| November 9, 2016
Kingston, Jamaica
Staying in Jamaica can certainly be a phenomenal experience—with crystal clear water, pristine beaches, and colorful local flair, Kingston is a popular vacation destination. Resorts are everywhere, but that’s because they need to be—for all its beauty, Jamaica has a dangerous side, and sexual assaults on female travelers are not uncommon.
The Jamaican people are charming, effervescent, and very friendly—but for female travelers on their own, this could quickly cause problems. Exiting a conversation or interaction with someone is considered extremely offensive in Jamaica, so leaving an unsafe situation may only exacerbate the problem.
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