If you’re a frequent solo traveler, you may have options for tours, accommodations, and other services that cater to women, but it’s rare to find women-only transportation. Taxis at various international locations are painted pink to make them easily identifiable as a women-only taxi service in a traditionally male-dominated industry. The cars definitely stand out in a sea of yellow cabs. While male drivers make up about 82% of taxi drivers, a whopping 71% of solo travelers are women. Pink taxis are driven only by women, which is comforting to female travelers. In addition to providing a female driver, pink taxis often have GPS tracking and security cameras, with some offering services suited to mothers, such as space for strollers. Unfortunately, the United States does not have pink taxis, but Lyft provides an option called Women+ Connect for women to request a female driver in select cities. However, it's based on availability, so you’re not guaranteed to get a female driver. Countries that do have pink taxis include India, Egypt, England, El Salvador, Dubai, Portugal and Mexico. Some cities in Japan, India and Mexico also have designated train cars for women only.
