No doubt, women are more protective regarding their safety. But, if, out of necessity, they have to travel alone on longer routes, below are a few tips that can make their journey safer.

• If going on a long journey, make sure that you have taken enough sleep and eaten something light because that won’t let you sleep and wander through the journey. Moreover, take breaks during the journey and eat some snacks in between, walk and stretch your legs a little on various stops. You may even take a quick nap.
• If traveling with kids, stop off and on for fun; also keep snacks, water, toys, music and books for the journey. On longer trips you must carry pillows, blankets, flashlight and first aid kit.
• If needing to stop somewhere, pull off the road.
• Never use mobile phone during driving, it will take away your attention, but if there is an emergency, use hands-free. The best option is to stop your car on the side of the road and then use it.
• Plan your trip according to the weather; any severity in weather condition may spoil your trip in the form of some danger.
• Before leaving for your next destination, update yourself regarding the traffic and weather conditions of that area through web.
• For longer road traveling, use road maps or atlases; it is best if you have a mobile phone.
• In case of using a hired car, first, acquaint yourself with the basic functions of the car.
• Lock your luggage in the trunk, especially if you have some precious things with you such as gifts or jewelry.
• You should know about the traffic laws of each state you are moving in, mainly foreign traffic laws.
• The most important thing is to maintain your car before setting off, e.g. car wheels should be well-inflated, fluids should be at appropriate levels and tank should be full of gas.
• Keep a check on your car gas level during journey and as soon as it hits the quarter level, get it full because you don’t know when the next gas station will come into sight.
• Wear seat belt and be sure everyone in the car is wearing it.
• Never tell anyone that you are going alone or visiting the place first time, always appear as if you know everything.