Solo Travel Female Blog

1. Essential Packing Tips 2. Safety Precautions 3. Clothing and Footwear 4. Toiletries and Personal Care Embarking on a solo adventure as a female traveler is an empowering and enriching experience. However, ensuring a smooth and stress-free journey requires careful planning, especially when it comes to packing. From safety precautions to essential items, here are some must-know packing tips for solo female explorers. When packing for a solo trip, it is crucial to pack light and smart. Opt for a versatile and functional travel backpack or suitcase that suits your needs. Organize your belongings using packing cubes or compression bags to maximize space and keep things organized. Pack clothing items that can be mixed and matched to create different outfits, reducing the need to overpack....  [Read more]

As more women choose to explore the world on their own, it's important to prioritize safety while traveling solo. Whether you're embarking on a solo adventure for the first time or you're a seasoned traveler, these safety tips will help ensure your journey is a smooth and secure one. Before you set off on your solo journey, take the time to research your destination thoroughly. Familiarize yourself with the local customs, culture, and laws to avoid inadvertently offending anyone or getting into trouble. Look up the safety situation in the area, including any potential risks or areas to avoid, and make a plan for how you'll stay safe during your trip. One of the most important safety tips for solo female travelers is to share your itinerary with someone you trust. Provide them with a...  [Read more]

Traveling alone as a woman can be empowering and liberating, allowing you to explore the world on your own terms. However, packing for solo travel can be a daunting task, especially if you're not sure what to bring. To help you prepare for your next adventure, here are some must-know packing tips for women traveling alone. 1. **Pack versatile clothing:** When traveling solo, it's essential to pack versatile clothing that can easily mix and match to create different outfits. Opt for items that are lightweight, wrinkle-resistant, and can transition from day to night. Choose neutral colors that can be easily paired together and accessorized to create different looks. 2. **Pack smart accessories:** Accessories can make a huge difference in your travel wardrobe. Pack a versatile scarf that can...  [Read more]

Linda is a passionate traveler and English teacher exploring the world one country at a time. After studying Mandarin Chinese, she moved to Guangzhou, China, to pursue an internship at a German online marketing company. She loved it so much that she decided to move back to China after finishing her Bachelor’s degree in Management in California. After working in online marketing for a while, she got into English teaching. Teaching English overseas has enabled her to experience life in different countries and fund her passion for travel. She taught English in China for a year and also during my her year in South Korea. She’s been living in South Korea since 2015 and returned to working in online marketing and teaching online in 2016 remotely. On her Website, she shares her tips and...  [Read more]

Although some people grow to love the lifestyle of an ESL teacher so much that they never return to work in their home country, the majority will head home at some stage. In many cases this can be an unsettling experience as you are no longer the same person that left home in the first place. So many things can feel strange, from the everyday language and time zone, to the climate and cuisine. One way to tackle this reverse culture shock is to find a job that allows you to use the new skills and knowledge that teaching English abroad has given you. The obvious answer might be to simply carry on working as an ESL teacher. Most cities will have language schools and community colleges that provide English lessons to a range of clients, whether it is foreign students, immigrants, or...  [Read more]

Exploring non-traditional career opportunities for adventurous spirits can open up a world of exciting possibilities and unique experiences. Whether you are seeking a change of pace from the typical 9-5 office job or are simply looking to pursue your passion for travel and exploration, there are a variety of unconventional career paths that may be perfect for you. From teaching English abroad to working as a freelance travel writer, the options are endless for those who are willing to step outside of their comfort zone and embrace new challenges. Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) and Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) are two popular choices for individuals who are interested in combining their love of travel with their desire to make a positive impact on...  [Read more]

  In this video Linda explains the differences between "assure", "insure" and "ensure". They not only sound similar, but those three words also make an outcome sure but they are in no way interchangeable. "Assure" is used to speak out a promise or say something with confidence, for example "I assure you that he is a great lawyer". "Ensure" is used to make something certain, such as here: "Please ensure that you will be home at five o'clock today"."Insure" means to protect an object against risk by buying an insurance policy from an insurance company, like here: "I insure my television because it was expensive". Once you have realized the three different meanings and usages, there is no way you'll confuse them again. Below you can read feedback from an ITTT graduate regarding one...  [Read more]

Your initial application should be completed on ITTT's own Internet application form. As part of our pre-screening process, applicants are requested to submit an account of their personal history and background and of their motives for joining the course, as well as their future aspirations. If for any reason you wish to subsequently cancel your place on the course after your deposit or full fees (i.e. deposit plus balance) have been paid, ITTT/TEFL International cannot provide any refund except for exceptional circumstances. The course organiser's decision is final. In any case, the deposit is non-refundable. The main reason for this is that the staffing for the course and accommodation have fixed costs which have to be paid for in advance and based on a specific number of course members...  [Read more]

The list of potential teaching destinations for 2022/23 is long and exciting, with something to suit all preferences. The most important factor when choosing where to teach will vary from one person to the next as we all have different priorities. The most important factor for some is the salary on offer, while others are drawn by cultural attractions or even nightlife. We should also acknowledge the ever increasing popularity of teaching English online that has become even more prominent since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. All of the possible options have pros and cons, so take a minute to read through this brief guide to the most common TESOL destinations. The simple answer to this common question is Asia. The Asian continent is vast in size and diversity and it is also home...  [Read more]

If you go online and search for free TESOL courses you will be confronted by a confusing array of results. You will find several free course options on offer and many more that are suspiciously cheap. Your initial reaction might be that these options seem like a great deal and you can save some of your hard earned cash to put towards your upcoming teaching adventure, rather than spend it on your TESOL qualification. However, we would recommend you think about a few things before you sign up for any of these so-called ‘great deals’. One common feature of free or suspiciously cheap TESOL courses is that they often do not come with any form of certification included. Once complete, you are then offered various certification options at any extra cost. These options might be a PDF...  [Read more]

South Korea is a small but incredibly beautiful country, and during the 4 week TEFL you will have fantastic opportunities to experience the rich culture and history. Not only will you have the chance for local excursions, but based in Incheon, you will be less than an hour away from the lively city of Seoul on the express train. The first week of your program includes in-depth cultural orientations, ensuring you deeply understand the Korean way of life and culture. This includes a welcome dinner, tour of the local neighbourhood and the “Grand” Palace (Gyeongbok Palace), taekwondo class and learning South Korean cookery and language. Incheon is home to Korea’s only official Chinatown, where you can try jajangmyun (noodles with black bean sauce) at the Gongwachun restaurant and for...  [Read more]

If you crave adventure and a lifestyle that’s out of the ordinary, Phnom Penh, Cambodia is the perfect location to launch your ‘teach English abroad’ journey. The transformation of Cambodia over the past three decades from a country characterised by occupation and trouble, to a Southeast Asian powerhouse, is phenomenal. There’s an insatiable demand for English language skills in Cambodia - and a chronic shortage of TEFL qualified people to teach English. What does this mean for people just like you? Simple! It means opportunities galore. Phnom Penh is the capital city of Cambodia and the nation’s international gateway. With a population of around 2.5 million people and a relatively confined central business district, it has a noticeably slower pace of life than you’ll find in...  [Read more]

There’s only a handful of cities in the world that truly deserve ‘must visit’ status and Hanoi is certainly one of them. While most people can only dream about a fleeting trip to Hanoi – if they’re lucky – ‘living like a local’ and working as EFL teacher in this magnificent city is a realistic proposition for anyone with a sense of adventure. Hanoi is Vietnam’s capital city and the seat of government. It’s noticeably smaller than Ho Chi Minh City in the south, but the pace of life is similarly frenetic. While Ho Chi Minh City is often referred to as Vietnam’s ‘engine room’, Hanoi is more of a ‘grand old lady’. It’s tough to pin down what makes Hanoi such a special place. Is it because there’s history, culture and art on display in seemingly every street...  [Read more]