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Planning a caribbean vacation? Not all countries are on the same track

On August 7, the island of Dominica officially reopened its borders to all international visitors. However, the government has implemented new rules for all tourists. To avoid spreading the virus, all visitors must present a negative test for Covid-19. Belize took a different turn, and decided to postpone the reopening of its borders to international travellers.Read it from the source. 

Europeans worried as the number of coronavirus cases increases

After the lockdown was lifted, people returned to business as usual. Social distancing rules and the use of a face mask have not yet made their way into people’s habits, leading to the spreading of the virus. Some countries are already starting to implement stricter rules in order to slow down the number of cases, such as the obligation to wear a mask in certain streets or parks, or even localized lockdowns.

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Can you travel freely within the US?

Did you decide to postpone your international travel and spend your vacation within the country? Things might still be difficult for the national traveller. Each state has different rules according to where tourists are coming from. So, before you head to your next destination, you might want to check each state’s rules.

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Women to be represented on traffic signs in Mumbai

Do you ever wonder why pictograms used for traffic signs always represent male figures? Recently Mumbai became the first Indian city to take the leap. The representation of women in public space everywhere isn’t just a detail. It is an acknowledgement that the streets belong to everyone, women as well as men.

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UN Women holds virtual roundtable to seek solutions for women

A virtual roundtable held by UN-Women gathered women leaders from around the world to discuss how the pandemic has disproportionately impacted females worldwide. In order to come up with a gender inclusive response, they have identified key areas in which actions are needed: Healthcare work | Economic independence | Gender based violence | Humanitarian response

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$400 toward any Meetup Tour!

PACKING WITH STYLE: TIPS FROM AN EXPERT

by Beverly Osemwenkhae

How can you pack in less than an hour and still look effortlessly fabulous while on vacation? As a solo female traveler, it’s about building out that wardrobe over time. It’s important to understand what fabrics you should invest in, while focusing on building a diverse wardrobe that caters to all of your travel needs. I am Beverly O., and I am an international style consultant. Here’s my guide to help you start!

UMOJA: THE SAMBURU’S WOMEN ONLY VILLAGE

by Camille Monfort

Umoja is a village located in northern Kenya, close to Archer’s Post. What is so special about it? Its inhabitants. Indeed, this community was created by women, for women only.

In practice, that means only women and children are allowed to live in Umoja. Men are banned from entering the community. Actually, traditions remain strong in the area, and with it, patriarchy and gender based violence (GBV). But where you can find patriarchy, you often find resistance. This is what Umoja – which means Unity in Swahili – is all about.

BUCKET LIST IDEAS FOR VEGETARIANS

by SoFe Travel Editors

Contrary to popular belief, the world is a vegetarian’s oyster. It’s not difficult to find delicious plant-based yummies while you hop from one country to the other. Here is a list of our favorites, and trust us when we say you don’t have to be a vegetarian to enjoy them!

Affectionately known as ‘Mary Poppins’ by the SoFe Travel team, Linda Harper is an expert packer and solo female travel extraordinaire. She’s always prepared even with little planning, and her positive attitude and resourcefulness make her a role model for any solo traveler.

Linda has created a dream guesthouse specifically for solo female travelers. The details and extra special touches come from her own extensive solo travels. She’s been to 61 countries in total and on her second year of a nomad life after living abroad. Here she shares some snippets of her adventures and her thoughts on solo female travel.Sadly, the Bali Guesthouse is now permanently closed because of the border closures due to COVID.

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September 2020

Break free from lockdown with a COVID careful, 3 day camping trip with fellow solo female travelers. For US residents only for now.

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