HOW TO SOLO TRAVEL SOUTHEAST ASIA IN 2023

Solo travel to Southeast Asia is one of the best ways to break into a solo travel lifestyle because it’s safe, easy to get around, and the people are so friendly.

That being said, it’s true that being a solo female traveler is more challenging than travelling with a group or as a man. You may face unwanted male attention and are sometimes seen as an easy target for touts in the street.

Solo Female Travel Tips For Southeast Asia

Walk with confidence

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Relax when you arrive in a new place

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Learn the language

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Let people know where you are at all times

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Don’t be alone

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