The She Travels Index

Safety, Our Way

Ratings from women who've actually been there. Use this as a starting point — your experience, itinerary, and instincts always lead.

How we rate
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Move Freely
Completely welcome
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Pack Confidence
Great, minor awareness
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Stay Alert, Stay Lit
Research neighborhoods
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Squad Up
Better with a group
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Safety in Numbers
Group or guided travel recommended
One example per tier
Accra
Ghana
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Move Freely — Home for the diaspora. Black travelers report feeling seen, safe, and celebrated.
Lisbon
Portugal
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Pack Confidence — Deep diaspora history, excellent infrastructure. Know your neighborhood.
Marrakech
Morocco
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Stay Alert, Stay Lit — Vibrant and beautiful. Research your riad area, trust your instincts.
Cartagena
Colombia
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Squad Up — Stunning city with rich Afro-Caribbean culture. Elevates significantly with a local contact or group.
Port Moresby
Papua New Guinea
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Safety in Numbers — Requires reputable operators, vetted accommodations, and established local contacts. Not recommended for first-time solo travel.
Community-sourced from Black and brown women travelers · These are starting points, not verdicts — your experience and preparation always matter most · Updated quarterly