A Female's Guide to Safer Travel. Especially To Culturally Different Country.

No two countries are same, but some countries can be radically different. Countries from same regions are usually similar. and countries from different region are usually different. To demonstrate what I mean. Most countries in Europe have similar culture and values. Say than in South East Asia or Middle East. 

Suppose you are a young couples from Europe and Go to Dubai. Even if you are a husband and wife, showing closeness and affection in Public Places can lead to trouble. Even hand holding of your Partner could land you in Jail. Similarly, you can invite trouble by sharing room with your boy friend.

Knowing basics of a country can save you from getting into trouble. Only way to Avoid unwanted trouble is knowing the basic customs. So I came up with some basic recommendations which you might consider following irrespective of place.

What I write is not just applicable to girls but also to boys. I tried to be come up with universal recommendations. If you traveling, knowing these and following them can make a difference in your Journey.

Before you start your journey, make sure to.

• Get a Mobile Phone with International Roaming. 
• Get a Local Mobile Number from Airport even if it seems expensive, Do not wait to get it outside. Many times you just might not be able to get it outside.
• Have Local Police Contact Details (Social Media and Phone). 
• Have Your Embassy's Contact Details (Social Media and Phone).
• Have contact details of prominent National News Media and also  Local News Media of that Country.  (Social Media and Phone).
• Familiarize yourself with Basic Customs of the Country, do some research before going there.

Once in Foreign Country, Remember that Foreign Laws Apply, So.

• If scammed, cheated, harassed or threatened. Immediately Approach or Contact Local Law Enforcement Authorities and News Media. 
• Beware of thieves and scammers.
• Avoid conflicts and arguments with others.
• Avoid swearing.
• Avoid being critical.
• Do not do what is not legal, even if it is not well enforced.
• Do proper research before going to a place or an area.
• Do not go to secluded and isolated places with strangers or alone.
• Do not accept food or drink from strangers.
• Do not go to bar or club with strangers or alone.
• Do not drink Alcohol with Strangers.
• Do not wear provocative clothes or skin revealing clothes.
• When in doubt. Wear formal clothes or traditional clothes
• Always share your current location with your friends and relatives.
• Always share details regarding mode of transport with your friends and relatives.

For Islamic and Muslim Countries. Apart from what has already been mentioned above.

1. Do not share room with men, even if they are your boy friend.
2. Do not wear short, sleeveless clothes. Get clothes that completely covers your body.
3. Do not Drink Alcohol without License.

Your safety and security is in your hand, so be be wise, choose wisely and act wisely. Taking something lightly and for granted in best case scenario can cause just some problems but in worst case can leave you with life long regret. 

I wish everyone A Safe and A Memorable Journey.