Best 10 Destinations For Solo Female Travelers Revealed

A recent study has found some surprising destinations take the top spot for women traveling solo and looking for affordable cultural immersion.

With more women embarking on solo adventures this year, you might be wondering which destinations offer the best experience. A recent Statista survey revealed that solo female travelers prioritize cultural and historical attractions when choosing destinations—but what about affordability?

While treating yourself to a solo journey is rewarding, saving money means having funds left for future adventures. So where can solo female travelers enjoy memorable experiences without breaking the bank?

The team at online discount platform Wethrift analyzed the top 30 countries on the Women Peace and Security Index 2023 to determine the most affordable destinations for female solo travelers. Poland emerged as the clear winner with an impressive score of 99.59.

At a glance:

• Poland ranks #1 overall with an excellent safety score of 61.97 for walking alone at night while offering the most affordable daily food costs ($7.37) and budget-friendly transportation ($1.14).
• Lithuania (#2) and Slovakia (#3) follow closely with wallet-friendly accommodations and transportation costs around $1.08, making Eastern Europe a standout region for cost-conscious solo travelers.
• While Spain (#8) offers 593 solo traveler tours and Croatia (#7) provides 375, some highly-ranked destinations like Slovakia (#3) and Lithuania (#2) have just 15 and 16 tours, respectively, suggesting untapped potential for tour operators.

This study shows how Poland has successfully positioned itself as both a culturally rich destination and a surprisingly affordable option for solo female travelers. With its strong safety score for walking alone at night and the lowest daily food costs among all ranked countries, it highlights how Eastern European countries are emerging as premier destinations for independent women travelers.

Nick Drewe, CEO and trends expert at Wethrift, comments: “As more women plan solo vacations, destinations that balance safety, affordability, and authentic experiences will likely see increasing tourism from this growing demographic.

And now for the complete top 10:

Best Travel Destinations for Solo Female Travelers

Rank	Country	Daily Food Budget for 1 (USD)	Average Hotel Cost (USD)	Local Bus/Rail Ticket (USD)	Solo Tour Median Cost (USD)	Avail. Solo Tours	Safety at Night Score	Total Score
1	Poland	7.37	91.08	1.14	3795	65	61.97	99.59
2	Lithuania	8.14	81.42	1.08	8678	16	57	93.98
3	Slovakia	9.08	100.75	1.08	4142.5	15	64.57	89.88
4	South Korea	16.06	53.5	1.02	4267	97	73.35	88.16
5	UAE	8.15	125.83	1.36	2518	103	83.52	88.15
6	Czechia	8.52	99.17	1.13	8842	44	69.02	87.92
7	Croatia	8.37	119.75	1.41	6537.5	375	75.92	86.65
8	Spain	9.04	114.58	1.62	6361	593	58.18	81.03
9	Latvia	8.35	79.42	1.62	16245	8	55.83	80.41
10	Japan	12.03	101.83	1.47	23356	521	73.82	75.86

“Poland’s impressive combination of affordability and safety creates a welcoming environment for solo female travelers,” explains Nick Drewe. “With the lowest food costs in our study at just $7.37 daily and budget-friendly transportation at $1.14, it offers incredible value without compromising on experience.

“The data shows that the most expensive destinations aren’t necessarily offering proportionally better experiences for solo female travelers. Eastern European countries like Poland, Lithuania, and Slovakia provide that sweet spot of cultural richness, safety, and affordability that today’s independent travelers are looking for.

“As this market continues to grow, we expect to see more destinations actively competing for these travelers by enhancing safety measures and developing specialized offerings without the premium price tag.”

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