The Truth About Being A Solo Female Traveler | Safety, Relationships + Travel Tips
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You are such a brave lady I am watching your videos since 2020
I think you should find your partner as soon as possible & travel with him
God keep you always healthy wealthy happy and safe
Much love & pray from Baku
Solo travelling is a BLAST!!! You rely on yourself alone to survive & make things happen. Your safety net is gone and you are forced to operate outside your comfort zone. Exhilarating experience, highly recommend it.
this is so true....exhilarating is an understatement.
As a fellow introvert, I completely understand what you are saying about the need for alone time, regardless of whether you are on the road or not. I am happy to see you doing your thing and the enthusiasm that you have for travel and meeting others. I wish you safety and happiness in your travels for as long as you are on the journey.
Thank you so much! Yes, its definitely something that not everyone understands unless you have that personality type yourself :)
"NO " is a complete sentence. If that's too severe , " NO Thank you" is an option. I love that you expressed our need to normalize women saying " no".
I totally understand how you feel! I did a solo traveling trip by myself 4 years ago and had the time of my life! Of course I had some moments where I felt a little lonely, but the thing I always bared in mind was that I did something far more courageous than what most people could never do, which is taking a solo trip. I still recall times where I'd kindly ask locals for help if I was a little lost or either locals or other tourists would ask me for help. It would always give me that happy vibe! Also, I would go to places where I know in advanced that people love to socialize and I'd simply take the stand to urge myself into it without forcing myself to do it unnaturally, and I had an amazing time! We all have a breaking point in our lives, but we always gotta remind ourselves it's what we do that makes us exemplary and also exceptionally gifted, and everything you share definitely qualifies as that!
The best times in my life was travelling alone, doing what I want to do when I want, I've travelled with my wife, dramas,arguing having to compensate not allowed to do what you want to do! You meet more people travelling alone than a couple!
I am sure there are moments when things get lonely, traveling alone. But you help so many people who are not traveling and are lonely. Did you ever look at it that way? I have spent most of the last two years recovering from surgery and spent many days in the hospital and I look forward to checking my TH-cam subscriptions to see if you uploaded a new video. So, your work helps others. I know that doesn't take away the loneliness, but maybe it makes it a little more palatable...safe travels! Oh and my reward for recovering from all the surgeries: I am planning a solo trip to Ukraine. Just to see the country. You inspired me to take the trip, thanks!
I hope you have a wonderful time!
Mike, I hope your health stays strong from now on & I hope you enjoy your trip to the Ukraine. You've had a hard time but I hope that's behind you now
Such a beautiful comment Mike, I wish you a full recovery so you can travel soon
I love being a solo traveler and honestly have an easier time traveling alone than with others. Feel more free, I do what I want, and meet more people where I travel to. I don't consider myself an introvert. I'm a pretty outgoing person who craves social interaction very much so. But I grew up an only child in a family that loved to relocate often, so I just got used to doing things myself and having my own space very early on, including traveling.
In my perspective, it's always nice to travel with a significant other because it creates beautiful moments
Yes, I don't think everyone is suited for solo travel. You really have to enjoy being on your own for it to make sense or be for a shorter period of time.
@@AlinaMcleod I have travelled alone domestically to visit family or friends which I don't mind to travel alone but going with a girlfriend as an example, is also nice too because at least you get to explore around together outside of our comfort zone. The only experience I had travelling alone internationally was travelling back to the USA from Italy many years ago at the time I was dating an ex girlfriend as she had to stay in Italy
@@kippsguitar6539 No that's not so, I speak from experience, some people (like me too) truely really need time to "recover" which does not at all mean they are not social.
@@johngonzalez4298 Reminds me of the chick flick movie called "just married". So the married couple went to Italy on their honeymoon and discovered their dislikes when traveling together. I remember in movie scene where one want to stay at the bar and watch baseball game while the other one want to go sight seeing.
@@ukrainedude88 I remember that movie also! It starred Ashton Kutcher and Brittany Murphy who died in Dec 2009 at the age of 32 from complications of pneumonia and drug intoxication.
I'm also introvert and love solo traveling. Just feel a little lonely on Christmas day and on other holidays when I know people generally get together to celebrate. Other than that, I just enjoy spending time with myself. :-)
Having travelled alone before I can identify with this message Alina. Your suggestions are correct and should be a guide for any woman moving about alone. Love your channel! 🤍💙❤
Good Morning Alina. Greetings from Calgary, AB. It’s always good to watch your periodic, common sense, travel tips. They all make so much good sense and will obviously be a huge benefit to everyone who cares to listen. I continue to watch and thoroughly enjoy all of your TH-cams - keep them coming. Be safe & healthy.
Thank you, Jerry!
Great video as always Alina, lots of useful information, thanks for sharing your precious experience and thoughts.
The best friend one would ever get is himself.
Keep them coming.
You're doing great.
I salute you.
Lovely video, keep it up!
Great informative video , thanks for the honest input. And yes , Itchy Boots is a favorite. Now will watch Stifa too. All the best From Langley , BC , Canada.
Hi Alina ..great to see you back
Hi, Alina, you're my favorite female solo traveler! I feel bad not getting to meet you in Bangkok recently but hope that one day you'll be back here so that we can hang out together! I'm going to be a frequent flyer traveling around the world soon in a few years when my wealth increases by a huge margin!! The only thing that separates me from others is my deafness so it makes me a unique person who will live life to the fullest!!!
Great vlog.😄
One thing I thought about when I solo traveled was the amount of meals you eat by yourself and wishing someone were there to share it with.
Particularly in Asia that has an amazing selection if your brave enough to try it!
Thanks Alina another great video 🙏
Hi Alina! Thanks for the video. Good pieces of advise.
Take care. Greetings from Mexico City.
Nice start to the video!
Loved your advice - glad that you take security serious. Please stay safe at all times.
i have traveled quite a bit over the years. sometimes with partners, mostly solo. there have been times when i felt company to share an experience with would be nice. then there's that feeling of complete freedom, every little thing is a new adventure, every corner i turn a new destination, everything is possible, every moment is viral and i feel intensely new and alive. i only felt that way solo, but maybe that's just me. all good wishes to you alina.
I'm a guy who's traveled around Eastern Europe quite a bit. But this is such a helpful video for everyone. It's true service for the whole community and very brave of you to be so open and personal. Thank you Alina and keep up the good work.
Really appreciate your honestly answers all questions.
Take care and never feel alone you have good people support across world.
Thank you for posting. A lot of good advice in here.
I love your life style, doing what you want when you want, brave and clever person.. Free spirit is the ultimate life, I have had my moments and never regret a moment, now 67 and still free... 😀👏
The video is very nice, Alina!❤️
Thank you!
You’re welcome, Alina!
Whether you are a solo female of male traveller, I think it is important for you to project confidence when you are out in public in a foreign place. If you look lost and timid you open yourself up to be taken advantage of. Walk with a sense of purpose!
Yes very true
Thank you for your time and all the info!
Alina!!! I have followed you for a short time, but until now, in all of my life, I believe you have revealed to me that I too, in fact, am an introvert! I think what took me so long to realize this is that although I have no problems being in the midst of big crowds of people, I have always, as long as I can remember, enjoyed being on my own in my many travels, enjoying my space, and watching life from "the outside!" I don't know if that makes sense, but it's like I love to watch life as if I am invisible or oblivious to others. With that being said, Covid restrictions have just disrupted my plans in Argentina, so now I am off to find another country to travel to in the meantime. I will check out Skillshare, as I now find myself with plenty of free time.
Возможно , в какой-то момент , путешествия в одиночку утомляют и хочется делиться впечатлениями не только с подписчиками, но с близким тебе человеком , как по духу , так и во всём остальном. Даже такой самодостаточной личности , как наша Алина !
Useful informations.Thank you.
Bravo!!! Cut Video by yourself? Love your video!!!!!
Thank you so much Alina! Your share here was well received and I think we are all relieved that you enjoy so much what you do for us all the time. I know that you are well aware how to keep yourself safe and frankly I would not want to be one that would bother you to the point of you being uncomfortable in any way! I think that it is always a concern just knowing you are okay and I'm glad that you keep close touch with the close ones you have in your life. You shared some very good pointers to be taken by anyone not only a woman but to anyone who travels alone, this was a great video that you did for us, keep smiling Cheers!!
for those who feel the constant need to travel, remember that you're just trying to fill a void in your life. you' be much happier starting a family, happiness comes from within not the external world.
Really?who told you that??
Loved watching your video as per usual.The reason I enjoy them is your clarity and unhurriedness in explaining a subject matter. I recon you would be an excellent marketing person in promoting any product because you come across as very BELIEVABLE.
So true. It is no more of a threat to walk the streets at night in lesser known countries than it is in North America.
Yes, it's odd how humans tend to think that their own back yard is that much safer than the rest of the world.
@@AlinaMcleod but good deeds and good karma also helps carve a safer path. How we think attracts likewise. Good to see all the good happening around you, creats environment for you to pay it forward in kind👍
That's kind of a sad commentary on the general cultural state of North America. North America used to be infinitely safer than much of the non-Western world.
Thank you that was very very infomative!
Great insights! I feel like the first aid kit and travel insurance tips are something that people don't often think about, and your last tip is always the first thing I tell people new to travel. Don't be a soft target!
Hoi, Alina, super interesting vid, well done and especially good to follow. Travelled and reviewed lot´s of part`s of the world alone and for myself, the people can`t understand why. Well, you are closer to you´reself alone, it´s much easier to go in contact with local people. Otherwise it´s also perfectly nice when there is someone around you to share exeriences and talk. Both is good, depending on the situation, but the "crazy" trips, such as around the world in five days, it´s better done alone!. Stay safe and healthy, always.
Very simple and straight forward answers and great tips. Enjoy and stay safe.
Thanks for sharing!
Very good 👍 advice Alina!!
I am full of admiration of you Alina , but we are privileged to be able to watch your entertaining and very interesting posts , keep up the amazing work ,
Great tips and advice Alina thank you
You're so welcome!
Great and advice Alina thanks you
Eva Zu Beck and You are two solo female travelers that I admire the most.
Thank you so much!
Excellent !! Thank you for the information on starting a utube Vlogger
Alina, greetings from Ireland, I have travelled most of my life solo, you can do what you want when you want. Your travel safety tips were excellent,. I started many years ago with Interrail,, done most of Europe, Sadly with the current situation, plus my employer has strict policies all depend on what the Irish Government has. Currently non-essential travel not advisable, Hopefully, next year I can get back to travelling.
Alina stay strong 💪always 😊 keep going...
There are not to many people who have the courage to do what they truly have a passion for .
I feel so happy for you .
Keep up the great work !
Thank you! It’s true and sad that many people don’t even try and go after their passions.
I’m fully with you there. I’m a solo traveller as well. I have more fun traveling solo than traveling with people. I’m an introvert as well. Some people couldn’t understand why I travel solo, they think it must be lonely and think I’m weird, but I meet people along the way, read a book, observe the beautiful scenery, etc. I so enjoy traveling solo. I wouldn’t trade it with anything else. Love your videos.
What a genuinely awesome and wholesome person you are. I have totally enjoyed watching you in various unique locales, especially in nature and interacting with the local people and animals. I understand when you say you’re an introvert (and the need to recharge), but I think you handle people graciously. Not an extreme introvert or agoraphobic, obviously. Best friends are those who unconditionally respect your need for space, but love it when you offer your sweet interaction. We never “possess” anyone. There is likely so much more to you than we (in the public domain) will ever see. But, thank you for sharing that gracious friendliness that you do. Perhaps someday “stars will align” and that special someone, who can share in the lifestyle, will appear. Your “journeys” are within an even larger “journey” that has greater significance for who you are. If I met you, I’d be so grateful to buy your lunch and talk about your most cherished experiences. Be safe, be strong, and remember you are loved! Thank you for being in the world!
Be strong as always n take care- Ashi
What a helpful video for potential solo travellers out there, Alina. I watched it last night thoroughly and have to agree with everything you said, especially saying NO and being brave in expressing anger to creepy men when stepped over boundaries. I learned that even though they may not understand what we say, people still understand the anger/annoyance tone regardless of language barriers.
It's interesting to see these questions myself as having travelled alone for 8 years, things and life on the road become second nature and everything becomes my normality if that makes sense? However, these are great questions with great realistic answers and I can 100% relate to all of what you said. THANK YOU for giving me a shout out, that is very kind and lovely of you ❤️
Of course! It’s so nice to see more and more women in this space and I think it will just continue to grow. Thank you for sharing your talent and adventures with all of us! ❤️
I'm very sympathetic about you being occasionally bothered by creepy men. As a man I really like that I'm invisible when I travel. But you women do have a balancing advantage that you're always perceived as non threatening and people much more naturally want to help you & to interact with you. On balance, you come out ahead as a woman if you can be assertive in refusing the unwanted attention & not be too upset by it.
.....now I wish I'd watched all of the video before posting this comment!..Alina did recognise what I said
You, Gabe, and some other TH-camrs are inspiration for many of us.
As an introvert myself, I travel alone, and enjoy it.
I don't have to worry about another person, regarding schedules, sites to see, etc.
Hopefully soon, I can get back out to Europe after this pandemic lockdown.
Thank you :) Hopefully travel fully resumes soon :)
Very interesting thank you for this video
Great video...very good tips.....also, it's always nice to find new channels so thanks for shouting out your friends...I have been a fan of Syifa for a little while now but I'll certainly check out the other two...have you watched any of Victoria Rose? she does a lot of solo travel as well as with friends...you might enjoy
Thank you so much William, for mentioning me! That's very kind of you. I also just checked out Victoria Rose and subscribed to her, thanks for recommending her channel!
Both you And Syifa are Amazing TH-camr and brave lady. I enjoying watching your video thanks for the great work.
Well, this video was exactly what I expected. Most of these questions and tips you've stated in numerous video's before, but now you can just direct the questioners to this video. You will continue to get these questions cause growing viewership and some just think they have a new question despite you having literally answered question more than once especially in livestreams. Alina just talking direct to camera in a straight forward manner is always welcome.
Thank you!
Spot on. Great Advice. Also put yourself on that list with Eva Zu Beck and Itchy Boots. You have what they have.
Thank you :)
Your work is very beautiful ! Thanks for sharing.
Thank you for doing what you doing and for your sharing of all of your experiences! Wishing you continued safe travels and hope you continue to share all of your great experiences with us!
Thank you very much!
Your welcome! So proud of you and what you are doing. It takes not only a lot of planning and skills, but also a lot of gumption to do what you do in bringing all of these fantastic videos to us. Thank you again!
The best things is that you recommend other solo travellers particularly my favorite noraly. You are awesome👍.
You are the best ! We love you
You have soothing beauty. Alina your struggle has made you come so long way, but life is incomplete without struggles. Stay safe and take care
Thank you So very much Alina.
Hi Alina, I am so grateful and thankful for watching your sharing video. Honestly I have never travelled alone, it is very interesting that you and some other guys all over the world are travelling alone. Agreed with you that safety is all depends on different people different things like I am an Asian. I believe if I walk alone in some European countries I will become a target. Honestly I have no intention to offend anyone here but trust this is true. Once again happy to see your heartedly sharing. Enjoy your trip and see your next time.
I'm intending to overland travel with my retired greyhound and a roof top tent, just need to choose a tent :)
Best wishes from the UK
Thank you for sharing bless you lots of love from Montreal
I'll always support your channel. You always have something interesting going on in your travels that I want to do. You're always helping add to my bucket list. If you ever want to take an intern under your wing to help you with you your vlog and so he could learn from you personally I'm game for a week of learning on one of your travels :) Thanks for showing the links as well. I will definitely look into Skillshare.
Haha thank you very much!
Yes..ur wright Alina.. keep a low profile. Stay safe n healthy..reach out if u feel too lonely 😭.. better to have a conversation then have a wandering minds,..b strong Alina with 💕 from Asia Et
Me too! I don't like large crowds or see too much vehicles and stick in traffic! Alina ,nice of you ,take care!
I've been listening to Sum41, Simple Plan, Our Lady Peace and Avril Lavigne then this video pops up right in front of my face. Best thing ever !!!
I watch all 3 of those women / They are great , stay safe Alina
Hi Alina! I personally identify much with what you are saying. I’ve travelled solo, with my wife, and I have also planned, organized and led small group (10-to-15 people) touring excursions. There are plusses and minuses with each travel variant. I very much enjoy travelling with my wife, in Europe and North America.
But I am an introvert at heart and I am comfortable travelling alone, even though there can be some lonely moments. Although I am an introvert, I have no difficulties in reaching out to and talking with strangers. It’s amazing how we can be totally open and honest and have great conversations with people we do not know. I also enjoy the freedom and independence of doing and seeing what I most prefer. I can also be an appeaser or people-pleaser in group situations. So when non-solo travelling, I can defer a bit to the wants and preferences of others.
That's great you've found what works for you!
Be strong 🤔 nice vlog ♥️ watching fr jamaica 😎🌅
This is interesting I am thinking about travel again. It's seem when learning about other countries blogging is very helpful.
Не расстраивайся, все будет хорошо!!
great video very informative proud your a Sasky
Alina and I are introverts! We don’t like crowds, we do our best thinking alone and we find it uncomfortable when people crowd our space without being asked. I’m happy traveling solo but I’ve found couple travels to be downright memorable. Its always funny when your partner asks you to get something for them you’d rather not. Anyway, to make a long story short, a solo traveler should have fun! That’s the entire point of being on your own to see the world.
I can totally relate! I have travelled both as a single solo and with partners and groups. When I travel alone I go where "I" want to go and when I travel with others, I tend to go where "they" want to go. If I spend good, hard earned money to travel I like to go where "I" want to go. I tend to be a people pleaser and go along to get along, so for me solo travel is the only way I can have a truly fulfilling experience. Plus out of my six or seven solo traveling adventures, all except one have I met up with other solo travelers and hung out with them for at least part of my journey. Some are still friends to this day.
Good responses.
Thanks for share a great video
GOD BLESS MY FAVOURITE TRAVEL TH-camR!
Takecare of yourself..Hope you enjoy every time!!
I never considered myself an introvert until now. I'm retired and have been alone for ages. There are times I want someone around until I don't. If that makes sense. I just wish I had followed my dream years ago and done what you're doing. I watch Noraly aka Itchy Boots and think damn, I'm not sure I could do what she does. Eva is much the same. And you're a joy to follow. Keep up the great videos. All of you are awesome.
Good advice and take care
Informative
Nice tips
Thanks 🙏I’m also an introvert and think that this topic isn’t enlightened anought, people (extroverts) still think that it’s weird when you don’t go out like every night and when you are ok being alone 🤷♀️
I've always travelled alone, doors open when you are alone. Best thing I did was to keep a diary.
I love how you say ABOUT IT, )) real canadian way !
i couldnt believe how sane the streets are in eastern europe the ones here in the usa are deadly everywhere the murder rate is horrible
A nice video, Alina! I only did not hear a reply to my question about friendships during solo female traveling and how lasting and stable they are. Maybe a second part on this topic would be useful. :)
Sadly had over 100 questions sent in so will definitely make a part 2 :)
The gypsy or itinerant traveler lifestyle has always been with us. There are people who aren’t even attached to a country; like the Romany who originally came from India come to mind and people like them enjoy the freedom of not being tied down by a border or the claim to a particular nationality. Go and live where you want shouldn’t be controversial. For some people, being able to travel is the ultimate freedom and we should respect it.
Hi Alina! 😄🙏👋🌟 I hope your having a terrific fantastic day! This is really a magnificent amazing informational video! 😁👍📹👏💯🥇🌟 Thank you so much Alina to share with us tips and advices on solo traveling. This information will be very helpful when I start traveling again. You are the best and greatest world traveler adventurer in the world! 😃👍📹✈️🌎🗺👏💯🏆🥇🌟 I wish you Alina a wonderful beautiful marvelous blessed day. 😊🙏❤️👋🇦🇲👍🌟
Sometimes i have similar feelings about that especially in a stange city alone.
You know Alina.. You are the best of the best for me as way and forever..
I've made friendships all around the world whilst traveling alone but very rarely when traveling with a friend. Yes, when traveling with a friend, we'll still meet new people but I haven't yet come home from the trip with new long term friendships. That has only happened when I met people as I traveled alone.
The best thing i ever did was travel alone after friends started coupling up having children and I felt too old to go with family on holidays, we are similar i feel , enjoy your travels hopefully one day meet up for a beer 🍺 or coffee ☕ 😀 somewhere hot