Hi everyone! I’m kashmiri, but I didn’t grow up in Kashmir, and I’ve been wanting to visit Gulmarg and learn how to ski on my own. I’m just a little unsure about how safe it is for a solo female traveller, so I’d love to hear from anyone who’s been there!
I do have family in kashmir, but they’re pretty busy with work, and I don’t want to impose on them or expect them to take me everywhere and show me around. I’ll be spending quite a bit on flights to get there, so I’d really like to make the most of my trip instead of just sitting at home. My biggest concern is the skiing part. I’m a complete beginner, and from my research, there are a few ski schools that offer week-long courses. From what I understand, I’d need to stay in Gulmarg for a few days to properly learn, but I’m a little apprehensive about staying in hotels there by myself as a woman. For anyone who’s been to Gulmarg, especially solo female travellers, how was your experience? Would you feel comfortable recommending it to someone travelling alone? Is it easy to find reliable ski instructors, arrange transport and get around safely without having someone with you?
I do speak Kashmiri, although I’m not completely fluent, so I’m hoping that might help a little.
I’d really appreciate any advice, personal experiences or tips on how to plan a trip like this thank you!