Travellers, especially women, have to carefully plan their trip to ensure their health and safety. Women have a few extra concerns. They need to journey with special care, especially internationally.
Each country and culture has its own views of what is appropriate behaviour for women. People will make assumptions about you based on what you are wearing. Although you may not agree with these views, it is wise to abide by the local laws and customs
to avoid problems.
Keeping in mind the following information can help make your trip as safe and rewarding as possible.
Make an effort to learn about the locations you plan to visit, their culture, and any problems that might be occurring there. Not everyone will interpret how you dress the same way you would. What you consider casual clothing might be seen as provocative or inappropriate in other cultures. Thieves might choose you over another potential target based on your style of dress or the amount of make-up or jewellery you are wearing.
Others might single you out for harassment or even physical violence because they find your clothing offensive, based on their cultural norms.
Become
familiar with the laws and customs of the places where you wish to go.
Be culturally sensitive to dress codes. Choose a hotel where security is good and transportation is readily available. Ensure that all the doors and windows in your room have locks and they work.
If you feel uncomfortable, ask the hotel security to escort you to and from parking lots or your room at night.
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