Solo Female Travel

Abstract

The tourism sector is subject to constant change in response to global events, socio-economic changes, and individual preferences. However, women traveling alone encounter numerous barriers that impede their engagement in tourism and leisure activities. These barriers are influenced by structural, socio-cultural, economic, and psychological factors, as well as gender inequalities. This chapter examines the factors that limit women's leisure travel, focusing specifically on the constraints faced by women working in the tourism sector. Reducing these barriers will not only contribute to gender equality but will also support sustainable tourism practices by increasing women's well-being. The chapter puts forward a series of recommendations for policymakers, tourism professionals, and the business community to make independent travel safer and more accessible for women. In conclusion, the chapter emphasizes the critical importance of promoting social and structural changes to increase women's travel opportunities as a means to achieve gender equality.