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The Rape of Female Travelers Proves America Is Still Safer For Women Than Many Other Countries

Today, Instagram feeds are full of photos of women posing on picturesque beaches and trekking up mountains, promoting a feeling of wonder and a belief that far-off lands are easily accessible and safe.

By Alyssa Rinelli4 min read
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Shifting attitudes in the West on who can travel solo has further fueled the increase of women travelers. It’s a chance for adventure, to see wonders, all without the need to find a group to travel with.