Tips for Women Travelers
Tuesday July 7, 2009
Women traveling in Mexico, especially those traveling alone, have some particular concerns. Despite women's advances in the public and legal spheres, the Mexican "macho" culture is still strong and stereotypes about foreign women may affect the way women are treated. Generally this just means that women attract more attention than they may like, being subject to catcalls on the streets and ardently pursued by would-be suitors. If this attention makes you uncomfortable, there are a few simple strategies you can take to have a more pleasant vacation.
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That’s good to know. We often forget such things when making travel plans.