Hi Maria,
Travelling alone can be a bit daunting in third world countries. Here are some tips:
1. Find out what the customs are before you go and take them seriously.
2. Dress modestly and if you have fair hair, if possible, conceal it.
3. Avoid eye contact.
4. Don't hitchhike or accept lifts from strangers.
5. If travelling at night, always stay in well-lit areas and close to ticket booths.
6. Sit in first class waiting rooms if they’re available.
7. Keep alert at all times.
8. Sit near the front of buses where possible or near the security guard’s car on trains and don’t sit near open doors or windows where bags can be snatched.
9. Don’t sit in empty train cars and if possible sit next to a woman as she’s less likely to grope you at night.
10. Object loudly (or scream) if anyone is harrassing you. Even if no-one comes to your aid, it will help in getting them to back off.
11. Make sure no-one follows you when you get off.
12. Don’t accept food or drink from anyone as it may be drugged and you could become the victim of sexual assault or robbery.
13. If catching taxis, use registered or metered taxis where possible. If they’re unmetered, then settle on a price before.
14. If possible, share a taxi. This is common in the Middle East.
15. Get someone at your hotel to write down your destination in the local language in case the taxi driver doesn’t speak your language.
16. Make sure you have embassy contact details for your country.
17. Wear a wedding ring.
Hope this helps,
Martina
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