If you ask the question who doesn't like traveling here, there are very few who will say me. Every traveller's intention and purpose varies from trip to trip. Some travel in search of history. Some travel to soak up the food, culture, and city setting. Some people look for a way to hide peacefully in the midst of nature, such as seas and mountains. Any group trip is special. There is no room for talk of safety and lack of money when traveling in a group with friends in India or beyond India. But when traveling alone, that too when a woman is traveling alone, what should be thought and acted upon?
Necessity of travel
We are living in the midst of a technological boom. Even twenty-four hours are not enough for us. Computers, mobile phones, many apps, busy roads. While thinking, sometimes the mind wants to forget all this and go away. There is no need for male and female travel
Apart from all these, we are in a position to go abroad for work and abroad, so below are some things to do while traveling. But travel for women is not so safe. We are constantly hearing news like people who tried to molest a foreign tourist woman were arrested, a foreign tourist was sexually harassed, and a female traveler survived an attempt to extort money at a tourist destination. It should be understood that this is not happening only in India. But it must also be understood that what is happening in India is not happening anywhere else.
Forbes has ranked India as the fifth safest country for women travellers .
If you are a female tourist then read this first and prepare your travel bag. You are not a tree, live and die in one place.
Time
Time management is an important aspect that saves you from various troubles. Perhaps if you are traveling from your city to a city in another state, find out about your mode of transportation online. If you are going by plane, know the departure time and landing time well. This applies not only to local travel but also to foreign travel. Avoid overnight flights and trains unless your friends or relatives are there to pick you up.
Every city has its best tourist spots. If you are going to see them, it is better to prepare a list after knowing the best time to visit it and how much time you can get from your accommodation.
Despite all this, if you have to go at night, call someone at home as soon as you get into an auto or taxi and share the information... A good shelter nearby will save you from danger. If you have already booked accommodation somewhere, you can inform about your arrival time and where you are going to stay that night.
Accommodation
Today one can learn about everything starting from a city through the internet. To learn about safe hostels, first read the reviews of other customers who have mentioned the place on Google. A conclusion can be drawn from it. Hostels where girls stay, or friends' houses are a safe feature. Choose and stay as much as possible.
Friends
Loneliness is a good friend , but loneliness is not a good friend when you don't know before and after. If you already know someone in that town, keep in touch with them. The ability to anticipate dangerous situations is very natural in women. So, trust whoever your gut tells you to trust. Not all destinations have dangers. Choose female companions whenever possible. Keep communicating your whereabouts to a friend. If you need to take a taxi somewhere, it's a good idea to tell them the cab number, the driver's name, where you got on and where you're going to get off.
Transportation
Use whatever transport the common people use. Bus, Metro Rail, Auto. This way you won't get lost easily. It is good to know the distance of bus stand, metro, auto stand from your hostel. Your cash in hand will not be too fast when you use public transport vehicles. Avoid night trips and going outdoors as much as possible.
Your luggage and handbag
Do not carry more than necessary. Wherever you travel, your entire focus will be on your luggage. Similarly, do not return home with a lot of souvenirs. Buy two or three SD cards and take lots of photos for memories. That memory will be forever. Lugging around with all that luggage can turn out to be a headache. Also remember which item we put in which part of the suitcase. Opening and closing the entire bag each time to retrieve each item can also be annoying. Keep cash and some kind of credit/debit card in another part of the bag instead of in your purse. Keep a handbook or diary in your handbag. Always keep a note of important phone numbers, addresses, and people you are going to meet. Your diary will come in handy when something gets lost or stolen. If you are traveling abroad, write down your passport number in the diary. Memorize it as much as possible.
Essential digital equipment
Mobile phones
Keep a normal basic phone and a smartphone. A normal phone will work for a long time. GPS and other apps on the smartphone will guide you during your journey. You won't feel like you're standing in the middle of nowhere.
Power bank
Your phone or laptop can run out of battery at any time and stop working. It is better to charge mobile phones, power bank, laptop and camera on the first night as much as possible. A power bank can help you anywhere.
Lighter and torch light are also highly needed. It is best to keep it portable and not too heavy.
Defense
Starting with time management and doing everything well, if you are stuck in one place, defensesProtect your life and property. Chilli-Pepper spray (Chilli-Pepper spray) Keep it in your handbag at all times. Self-defense exercises like karate can teach you something. Travels are more than enough. It is also good to learn some basic self defense exercises from your brothers and boyfriends. When it comes to trouble, it is better to think only about getting out of it tactfully. Beyond that, in the event of a life-threatening situation, the best strategy is to take bold action. It is better to apologize and move away from the place when the problem is small. It is a mistake to raise a problem where it is not known before.
Here are some more things you shouldn't do
Don't talk too much about yourself or your travels to strangers.
Be more safe on metro or train journeys
Do not consume non-exam foods and soft drinks. Be more careful about what you eat.
Don't slip into another world with headphones stuck in your ears.
Avoid wearing fancy jewelry or clothes.
Don't go out after ten at night
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