"Portugal was where I realized that I *could* feel safety on this planet. I visited Porto and Lisbon on a 10-day solo trip. Yes, I got a few stares, but that was when I was in a less touristy area. I generally felt welcome. I also felt super safe because even when I was out at night, it wasn't uncommon to see lone women or even children in the parks."
"I've traveled many places solo, but my favorite was Italy. Of course, the food is delicious, and the men are gorgeous, but culturally, I felt many similarities. Lively and vibrant with a large focus on family and work/life balance. I rode public transportation or a scooter around Florence, Pisa, and Rome for two weeks. I made friends that I still keep in touch with to this day."
Black women weigh risks such as crime, sexism, and racism when choosing solo travel destinations. Several travelers recommended Aruba for its beauty, friendly people, low crime rate, safe tourist areas, and excellent tap water. Porto and Lisbon in Portugal were described as places where lone women and families are commonly seen at night, offering a sense of safety, plus good food, public transportation, and scenic settings. Italy was highlighted for delicious food, cultural familiarity, lively family-focused communities, easy public transport or scooters, and the ability to connect with locals despite limited language skills.
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