Comments on: First-Timer’s Guide to Debunking 8 Solo Female Travel Safety Myths

By: Christine Kaaloa

Christine Kaaloa — Mon, 17 Nov 2014 23:22:57 +0000

In reply to Mary. @Mary: I totally get your "shaking like a leaf" part. It's very easy to feel vulnerable when you know you've been targeted. I've had friends who encountered theft alone and with others and the scar of feeling victimized can definitely put a hitch in your sail for a bit. Glad you got out of it and I think it rocks that you travel solo at 60! You're an inspiration. =)

By: Mary

Mary — Fri, 07 Nov 2014 00:14:31 +0000

hi christine thank you for your videos about safety and traveling solo. very well done. I have traveled solo for many years and never really thought of it as a big deal – still dont (I’m a female in my 60s) a while back I was at the ferry landing for Capri in Italy and a dude started to talk to me about whatever. Without realizing it he was sort of “cutting me out of the herd” so I would be ok to go with him. It was crazy how skilled he was at this. It came down to me saying no and him leaving but for the rest of the day I was literally shaking like a leaf! I don’t know if this makes sense but stuff like this can happen fast and in the middle of the day to anybody. It definitely changes nothing about me traveling alone but like you said in your video – weirdos are out there everywhere – in the US in Capri – everywhere. Oh well – many trips later – getting ready for another solo trip – hopefully to Asia this time.
Mary

By: Tim Moon

Tim Moon — Mon, 30 Sep 2013 02:12:10 +0000

Considering so much of the world has less crime than the US, it’s an odd fear. But it’s hard to break free of societal norms and expectations. Good job fighting the fear and embracing solo travel.

By: Dian @Arizona Vacation

Dian @Arizona Vacation — Fri, 30 Aug 2013 17:12:52 +0000

When you are traveling alone, always put safety first and keep your eyes on risky things. I’m with Charu! Hail to all the female travelers!

By: Christine Kaaloa

Christine Kaaloa — Wed, 28 Aug 2013 10:23:02 +0000

In reply to Charu Suri (@Butterflydiary). @Charu: Yes, totally agreed. The world vs. mental freedom part is a bitch. ;-)

By: Charu Suri (@Butterflydiary)

Charu Suri (@Butterflydiary) — Tue, 27 Aug 2013 15:56:45 +0000

I think we just have to be cautious, even more careful but cannot let the world stop our mental freedom…here’s to empowering women travelers everywhere!