Smart, Safe & Prepared: The Ultimate Travel Checklist for Women Explorer
June 01, 2025
6 Minutes
Admin
We understand — it’s unfair that women have to juggle so much despite having freedom, but taking care of yourself is non-negotiable!
1. Know It All About Your Destination
- Learn about local customs, dress codes, and cultural norms.
- Identify safe neighbourhoods and areas to avoid.
- Check for any travel advisories or safety updates from government websites.
2. Keep Emergency Contacts on Hand
- Local emergency contacts like hospitals, fire department, and police.
- Your hotel’s contact number.
- Friend’s or family’s contact number.
3. Keeping Valuables Secure
- Carry appropriate amount of money that you may need.
- Use a cross body bag with zippers when exploring busy areas.
4. Trust Your Instincts
- Avoid isolated areas, especially at night.
- Be mindful while accepting invitations if travelling solo.
- Leave as soon as you feel unsafe instead of giving benefit of doubt.
5. Do Not Share Location in Real Time
- If using social media, post once you have left the location.
- Avoid tagging while you are at that particular place.
6. Be Cautious with Transportation
- Avoid accepting rides from strangers.
- Use only registered taxis.
- Use taxis of Ola or Uber or any such companies if available.
- Check if the driver’s details match with that given on the application.
- Sit in the back seat, always.
- Avoid sharing rides with strangers.
7. Carry Safety Tools
- Pepper spray.
- Whistle/Alarm.
8. Important Documents
- Physical identity proofs and their copies.
- Also carry digital copies.
9. Stay Connected with Someone Continuously Back Home
- Keep someone updated about your itinerary all the time.
- Use location sharing apps with someone back home.
10. Keep a Low Profile
- Avoid discussing travel plans with strangers.
- Avoid disclosure of accommodation details.