I've gone alone on day trips, etc...but usually I had a "safe" place to come back home to at night. where someone would notice if I didn't show up. It's also nice to have an auto in such situations, so you feel like you can "get outta dodge" if you need to.

Ideally, I'd sign up for some tours (I am sure there are tour companies) and not go too far off of the beaten path. Nor would I stay out too late.

If you are on public transit, some systems are very safe (I was on the Berlin Underground at midnight and felt fine), but others are dicey. Ask the local WOMEN what they do.

Of course, maybe you can co-opt your family on taking you to some cool places. Isn't that what family is for??? Good luck, either way.

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