Fearless Females who travel Solo and LOVE IT: Part 2

Thank you for joining me on my second week of featuring a fellow solo traveler.  I am loving this blog series!! The stories and pictures show just how incredible these women are and how they are truly living life to the fullest!  Let's be honest, that is what life is for, right?!? 

This week, I had the pleasure of connecting with Raksha Nagaraj, more often known as @solopassport on Instagram. She is a remarkable woman who travels, loves life and lives it to the fullest. She is an Indian woman who lives in Sydney Australia and works full time as a Business Analyst with an IT Firm.  Her posts and content always makes me smile! I asked her the same questions as our last feature and it's always great to see the varying viewpoints. 

I asked Raksha what her most memorable place traveled and why?

"I have travelled extensively, and I have many places in my list that are memorable. But New Zealand as a country definitely stands out. I have been to New Zealand about 5 times now and I go there every year. For an adventure soul like me, New Zealand is a perfect destination. It is a mecca for adventurous activities including bunjee jumping, sky diving and hiking. Lastly, I cannot stop talking about New Zealand without the mention of its spectacular landscapes."

I love this photo she shared! She is living life and all the random experiences that come with travel.

As a solo female who travels, we are always on a heightened alert where safety is concerned, so I asked her about a time she has ever been afraid. I feel like sharing these types of stories can give another woman the courage to share and the tips to possibly avoid a similar situation.

"Just to share a story from my solo traveling in Norway. I had booked a tour to chase Northern lights in Tromso and was expecting the tour guide to pick me up at around 9 at night. A van arrived and stopped in front of me and without thinking much I got into the van. Even though, I noticed that there were only two guys (including the driver) in the front row, I ignored. 

The panic started after a short drive from my hostel, when one of them turned to me and asked if I give my passport to him. I freaked out. After few questioning and discussions (as we had the language barrier), it turned out that because it was raining in Tromso, the tour agency was taking me to Finland to see the Northern lights."

This type of situation can be very scary and I'm so thankful for Raksha it was all good in the end. But, I wanted to include this particular story to remind ALL travelers to be aware and always ask plenty of questions before getting in an unknown vehicle in a foreign country. 

I want to end on a high note and I can't complete this blog without a final word from Raksha on why she travels. Her words and reasons mirror so many of my own and this photo captures her joy and peace. I love it!!

"For me, solo traveling is like meditation. I solo travel when I am upset about something, when I am happy about something or when I want to be myself. It provides me a platform to introspect myself and to get away from all the dramas of life. It is liberating, and I can do what I want without any judgements. And… it is a great way to meet other likeminded travellers from around the world." 

You can connect and follow Raksha through the following social outlets:

• Blog address: www.solopassport.com
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/solopassport
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/solopassport
• Email address: solopassport@gmail.com 

Thank you again for Raksha for sharing your story and I hope her story has inspired you to travel and brave the wide world solo! Just because you travel solo doesn't mean that you are alone. Next week, we will feature another fearless female who travels solo and LOVES IT, so be sure to check it out!

Keep Traveling and Much Love,

H