The Best Place to Visit For Female Solo Travellers

It’s time to eat, pray, love

Quite uncommon, solo travelling is gawked as outlandish to some people, but it’s actually one of the most liberating feats to embark on. Great for healing and revelling in your existence, bursting your wanderlust bubble by yourself can be exhilarating especially with the flexible itinerary and the freedom of being alone.

Whether in the mountains, the city or the beachside, the place you go needs to have a strong foundation of culture, food, people, love and architecture. A few considerations stand out when choosing a solo travel destination—Kuala Lumpur being the one on top of our list.

Brimmed with vibrancy and modernity, Kuala Lumpur is home to a breadth of cultural experiences that’ll help make your solo travelling an empowering journey of self-discovery. And, if you’re a woman ready to do her “eat, pray, love” moment then there’s no better place to start than with W Kuala Lumpur.

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A stone’s throw from the heart of the city, W Kuala Lumpur holds a modern accord when it comes to its aesthetic. But, what makes it grand is that it exists in harmony with its surroundings—Kuala Lumpur’s local charm. Flaunting vibrant colours and quirky decor, the hotel boasts a functional place to respite and dwell after a full day of exploring. With tons of room to unwind and booming with fiery energy, it’s a safe and fun space for women travellers.

 

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The best part? The hotel has one of the best locations to explore food, history and people. From the proximity of the Petronas Twin Towers to Chinatown and local grubs, the hotspot is surrounded by a community of local chefs, artisans, businesses and creatives. So, for travellers who are keen on exploring and trying new things as well as achieving a mindful escape, this is the place for you. Relishing in a quick culture fix, reflection and self-discovery here is a perfect place to do so.

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But, if waking up at dawn and zooming through cultural sites isn’t your thing and you’d prefer to just enjoy the nightlife then the W Kuala Lumpur is unfathomably rewarding. Exhilarating and fun, the hotel is home to the sociable WET Deck—a panoramic bar and space to enjoy music and cocktails. Local and international DJs have made appearances here and turned up the energy for a wild night of entertainment.

 

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And, if that doesn’t tempt you then maybe this will. The hotel is also a realm peppered with tasty food and a wonderful spa—a sanctuary where you can recharge. From Flock or YEN, the hotel has a variety of dining options that will tantalise your taste buds.

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Immersed with a chic and whimsical vibe, W Kuala Lumpur is the place to be whether you’re local or from out of town. Offering a blend of culture, safety and fun, this spot and Kuala Lumpur itself are great for female solo travellers. You’ll definitely leave the country refreshed and feeling like you can take on the world.

Find out more about W Kuala Lumpur here.

A lover of steamy romance books and all things green, Syameen Salehaldin is the Senior Content Producer for Harper's BAZAAR Malaysia. She spends most of her time immersed in books, and food and doing anything that makes her happy. Expect to see her diving into lifestyle, fashion and beauty trends on this platform.