The 10 Worst Pieces of Travel Advice
| February 27, 2015
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4. “Women Shouldn’t Travel Alone”
False. Women should travel alone more. Just because an act is stigmatized doesn’t mean it won’t one day become normalized. Solo female travelers who rely on their instincts, stay alert, and are practical are in no more danger than their solo male counterparts. Comparatively, men shouldn’t assume they’re safe traveling solo simply because they’re male. Vigilance is something everyone should practice while traveling, regardless of their sex.
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