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Yahoo
21 hours ago
- Yahoo
This Is the Safest City in the World for Women Traveling Solo—and It's Not in Europe or the U.S.
Travel insurance site InsureMyTrip recently conducted a study to figure out the safest destinations for women traveling solo. After evaluating 62 destinations across metrics like, "feeling safe walking alone at night," it named Dubai the safest place for women traveling alone. Other places that made the list include Kraków, Poland; Madrid, Spain; Munich, Germany; and Chiang Mai, deserves to feel safe when traveling around the world. However, women traveling solo often have to take additional precautions to ensure they can enjoy a trip without worry—and that can sometimes include considering some destinations over others. If you're a woman who plans to go on a trip alone this year, InsureMyTrip has a few suggestions. In March, the travel insurance comparison site updated its list of the best cities for solo female travelers. To find its top destinations, the company says it conducted a study of 62 cities and evaluated them across factors such as safety for women and other tourism stats in order to create a list of the best cities for solo female travelers. It also sourced statistics from the online database Numbeo, and dug into metrics like, "feeling safe despite gender" and "feeling safe walking alone at night." Additionally, it referenced info sourced from the World Economic Forum and the Georgetown Institute's Women, Peace, and Security Index. After looking at the numbers, the team named Dubai the safest city for solo female travelers. "Despite being one of the most expensive cities—with an average cost of $289 per day, it has the largest social media presence with more than 35 million mentions on TikTok, while also having high ratings for hotels and things to do," the report stated. "In terms of female safety, Dubai has a rating of 86.23 out of 100 for feeling safe and 83.11 out of 100 for feeling safe walking alone at night, which are both highest scores across all the cities." The rankings also note that Dubai moved up an impressive four spots from InsureMyTrip's 2024 list, showing a strong upward trend. However, it was the ninth-place city that showed the most improvement. "The largest change is Singapore, which increased by 52 places to reach ninth place," the findings said. Other top cities on the list include Kraków, Poland, which ranked in second place this year, up from 12th in 2024. It was followed by Madrid, Spain; Munich, Germany; and Chiang Mai, Thailand, rounding out the top five. For the full list, visit Read the original article on Travel & Leisure
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Travel + Leisure
3 days ago
- Health
- Travel + Leisure
This Is the Safest City in the World for Women Traveling Solo—and It's Not in Europe or the U.S.
Everyone deserves to feel safe when traveling around the world. However, women traveling solo often have to take additional precautions to ensure they can enjoy a trip without worry—and that can sometimes include considering some destinations over others. If you're a woman who plans to go on a trip alone this year, InsureMyTrip has a few suggestions. In March, the travel insurance comparison site updated its list of the best cities for solo female travelers. To find its top destinations, the company says it conducted a study of 62 cities and evaluated them across factors such as safety for women and other tourism stats in order to create a list of the best cities for solo female travelers. It also sourced statistics from the online database Numbeo, and dug into metrics like, "feeling safe despite gender" and "feeling safe walking alone at night." Additionally, it referenced info sourced from the World Economic Forum and the Georgetown Institute's Women, Peace, and Security Index. After looking at the numbers, the team named Dubai the safest city for solo female travelers. "Despite being one of the most expensive cities—with an average cost of $289 per day, it has the largest social media presence with more than 35 million mentions on TikTok, while also having high ratings for hotels and things to do," the report stated. "In terms of female safety, Dubai has a rating of 86.23 out of 100 for feeling safe and 83.11 out of 100 for feeling safe walking alone at night, which are both highest scores across all the cities." The rankings also note that Dubai moved up an impressive four spots from InsureMyTrip's 2024 list, showing a strong upward trend. However, it was the ninth-place city that showed the most improvement. "The largest change is Singapore, which increased by 52 places to reach ninth place," the findings said. Other top cities on the list include Kraków, Poland, which ranked in second place this year, up from 12th in 2024. It was followed by Madrid, Spain; Munich, Germany; and Chiang Mai, Thailand, rounding out the top five. For the full list, visit
Kuwait Times
15-05-2025
- Politics
- Kuwait Times
Kuwait highlights women's rights gains 20 years after suffrage
UN lauds Kuwait's progress, urges further empowerment KUWAIT: Women across Kuwait marked twenty years since they secured full political rights on Thursday. Speaking at an event held the same day, Minister of Social Affairs Dr Amthal Al-Huwailah recognized the milestone, highlighting the influence of Kuwaiti women across various fields. 'Kuwaiti women have proven themselves as vital pillars of national development, achieving success that has placed them at the forefront of progress and contribution,' she said during a forum titled 'Strategies to Support Kuwaiti Women in Line with Sustainable Development Goal 5,' held in collaboration with the UN office in Kuwait on Thursday. Today, Kuwaiti women make up 60 percent of the public sector workforce, 48 percent in the private sector, and 28 percent of leadership roles in state institutions, Al-Huwailah noted. In traditionally male-dominated sectors, they're also making strides—54 percent of employees at the Kuwait Petroleum Corporation are women, and 41 percent of leadership roles at the Central Bank of Kuwait are held by women. These gains haven't gone unnoticed. Kuwait's global ranking on the Women, Peace, and Security Index has risen to 62nd, and the gender gap has narrowed by ten points. Kuwait also became the first Gulf country to adopt the Women's Empowerment Principles in 2023, setting a new benchmark for the region. Laws amendments But progress isn't just about numbers. Al-Huwailah pointed to recent key legislative reforms that dismantled systemic injustice, including the recent repeal of Articles 153 and 182 of the Kuwaiti Penal Code. Article 153 had effectively legalized honor killings, allowing men to receive minimal sentences for murdering female relatives under the guise of 'protecting family honor.' Article 182 had let kidnappers, rapists included, walk free if they married their victims. The abolition of these laws was a turning point, aligning Kuwait's legal framework with constitutional guarantees of justice, equality and human dignity. Ghada Al-Taher, UN Resident Coordinator and Representative of the Secretary-General, emphasized that Kuwait's progress is being recognized internationally. During the 2025 Universal Periodic Review (UPR), the Human Rights Council commended the country for policies aimed at protecting women from violence, promoting economic independence, and expanding women's decision-making power. Education has become a powerful lever for transformation in Kuwait. According to UNESCO's 2024 data, Kuwait has nearly eradicated female illiteracy, with more women enrolling in STEM fields than ever before—positions that are vital to building a knowledge-driven economy. Women leaders In business, Kuwaiti women are reshaping the narrative. With state-backed initiatives supporting women entrepreneurs, more women now lead successful ventures. Some have gained international recognition, including Dr Faiza Al-Kharafi, the first woman to lead a university in the Middle East, and Sara Akbar, who was instrumental in extinguishing Kuwait's oil well fires after liberation. Both have been named among Forbes' 100 Most Powerful Women in the World, alongside others who continue to break ground in business, science, and public service. She also highlighted ongoing efforts to empower women with disabilities, with the Public Authority for Persons with Disabilities pushing initiatives to integrate this group into the workforce and provide access to specialized support. Despite these gains, Al-Taher acknowledged that deep-rooted challenges remain. 'We can't ignore the societal barriers that still prevent women and girls from fully realizing their potential,' she said. 'Achieving full empowerment requires relentless commitment—not just from the state but from every sector.' The UN reaffirmed its pledge to support Kuwait in reviewing legislation, expanding women-focused programs, and driving initiatives that place women at the center of national development—steps crucial to achieving Sustainable Development Goal 5 and ensuring no woman or girl is left behind.
Filipino Times
28-04-2025
- Filipino Times
Dubai tops global list for solo female travelers in 2025
Dubai has been named the top city in the world for solo female travelers. According to a new report by InsureMyTrip, the city scored an overall 7.71 stars out of 10 based on safety, tourism quality, and gender equality. The report highlighted that Dubai scored 86.23 out of 100 for women feeling safe and 83.11 out of 100 for feeling safe walking alone at night. These are the highest safety scores among all cities included in the study. In terms of gender equality, Dubai earned 0.713 out of 1, while it received 0.868 out of 1 in the Women, Peace, and Security Index. Dubai also stood out in tourism, with hotels rated 4.26 out of 5 and activities rated 4.58 out of 5. It has over 35 million mentions on TikTok, showing its popularity among travelers worldwide. While Dubai is considered one of the more expensive destinations, with an average cost of $289 or around AED 1,060 per day, it remains a top choice due to its safety and wide range of attractions. Following Dubai on the list are Krakow (2nd), Madrid (3rd), Munich (4th), Chiang Mai (5th), Lisbon (6th), Prague (7th), Vienna (8th), Singapore (9th), and Heraklion (10th).
