Safety Guide
What to do when you experience harassment on the road
The most important safety tip we can ever give you is this: harassment is never your fault. It’s not your responsibility to have the “perfect response,” it’s their responsibility not to harass you. ...
Bystander intervention: How to intervene when you see harassment on the road
Harassment happens everywhere, in every country, around the world. Hollaback! have trained over 550 leaders from around the world to lead the movement in their own countries - and they are currently o...
Cultural restrictions: Dress codes and traditions for women around the world
Growing up in many western cultures enables women to express themselves and their feelings through many means and their appearance is one of them. However, in many countries outside the western world,...
Mental health and well-being: Checklist before travel
Before heading on any trip, not only is it vital that you are physically prepared to travel, but mentally too. Travel enables you an opportunity to explore other countries and cultures. However, it ca...
Airbnb safety considerations
What to consider when booking your next stay with Airbnb? SheTravel team highlights main safety and security top tips to keep in mind when booking with Airbnb.
Mindfulness and travel, how can they go hand in hand?
How can you really maximise and appreciate your travelling time? And how can meditation and wellbeing be integrated?
Defending yourself as a lone female traveller: Awareness – Anticipation – Avoidance
Cath Mossom has been delivering HEAT courses for over a decade, during which time she has listened to numerous experiences from course participants. This Safety Guide outlines the minimum points that ...
Expedition planning considerations
What to consider when embarking on an expedition? This Safety Guide discusses key steps for preparing for a trip and looks at how to mitigate risks specific for expedition travel.
Safety considerations: Working in the field
Working in the Field is a different experience for female travellers than living and working in cities. Here are some tops tips for women working in the field; most things are generic, but these are g...