Is India safe for women? 🇮🇳 My honest travel experience

Summary

In this video, the traveler recounts her solo female journey through India, highlighting both the good and the bad experiences. She discusses the scams and dehumanizing treatment she faced in Delhi, the sexual harassment in Jaipur, and the terrifying mob of men on the beach in Goa. Despite the challenges, she found solace and safety in Udaipur and Mumbai, where she met kind locals. The video serves as a raw and honest account of her experiences, aiming to inform and assist other women considering travel to India.

Takeaways

• 🧳 The traveler decided to visit India again after a previous positive group experience, despite some intense moments.
• 🚌 She chose to book a 13-day tour to ensure safety by having a driver and guide at all times.
• 💸 The traveler experienced financial scams, such as being taken to overpriced shops and restaurants where she was expected to tip despite negative experiences.
• 🏨 In Jaipur, she found her hotel room key outside her door, highlighting serious safety concerns.
• 📸 She faced unwanted attention and harassment from men taking photos without consent, escalating to being chased and mobbed on the beach in Goa.
• 🚫 The traveler had to be assertive and firm in refusing unwanted advances, but still felt her voice was not respected.
• 🏙️ She found relief in certain cities like Udaipur and Mumbai, where she had positive experiences with local guides.
• 🚷 The harassment continued even after she left India, with Indian men sending her inappropriate messages online.
• 🌐 Despite the harassment, she decided to share her story online to provide honest information for other women considering travel to India.
• ✈️ The traveler felt immense relief upon leaving India and returning home, emphasizing the psychological toll of her experiences.

Q & A

Why did the traveler decide to go back to India?

The traveler decided to go back to India because of her previous experience in Carona in the south of India where she felt safe despite some intense moments.

What precautions did the traveler take before her solo trip to India?

The traveler decided to book a tour which included a driver and a guide, and she spent 6 months gathering advice and stories from other women who had been to India to ensure her safety.

What was the itinerary of the 13-day tour the traveler booked?

The 13-day tour was planned to take the traveler to Delhi, Agra, Jaipur, Udaipur, Mumbai, and Goa, with everything arranged by the tour company.

Why did the traveler feel surprised when she arrived in Delhi?

The traveler was surprised to find out that she was the only one on the tour, expecting to be part of a group.

What kind of scams did the traveler encounter in Delhi?

The traveler was taken to a textiles 'museum' under the guise of supporting local artisans, only to find out it was a shop where she was pressured to buy items.

How did the traveler handle the situation when she was pressured to buy at the 'museum'?

The traveler made it clear she did not want to be sold anything and left the place immediately when the sales pitch began.

What was the traveler's experience with restaurants during her trip?

The traveler was taken to restaurants where prices were significantly increased for her as a tourist.

How did the traveler react to the sexual harassment she faced in Jaipur?

The traveler felt scared and on high alert, and she started barricading her hotel room doors to ensure her safety.

What was the most positive experience the traveler had during her trip?

The most positive experience was in Udaipur where the traveler had a great guide and felt safe and relaxed.

Why did the traveler decide to continue posting her travel videos despite the negative experiences?

The traveler decided to continue posting her videos to be honest about her experiences and to help other women make informed decisions about traveling to India.

What was the situation like for the traveler when she was alone in Goa?

In Goa, the traveler faced aggressive sexual harassment on the beach, with men chasing her and trying to take photos without her consent.

How did the traveler feel about her overall experience in India?

The traveler had a mix of experiences, with some positive interactions, but overall she faced a lot of bad experiences, particularly with scams and sexual harassment.