Woman checks into Dallas hotel room. As she is showering, she hears the door open and close, then several seconds later, there’s a man in her room

As a woman traveling alone, there are many things you need to keep in mind. Of course, it’s unfortunate that we constantly have to be alert and anxious about safety, but at this point, there’s little we can do besides stay cautious.

On May 2, 2023, TikTok user @lyndsey_windham shared a video on her account that has gained renewed attention on the platform. In her video, she talks about staying at a hotel during a solo trip, and despite being extremely cautious, she discovered a man inside her room. Her story highlights how women are vulnerable in such situations and how, unfortunately, the burden of protecting oneself often falls on women when the real issue lies with those who commit these crimes.