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- Head Covering
Question
Im going on holiday to a place with no jews i dont want to cover my hair
Answer
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Shalom
If I understood your intention correctly, you meant to say that it is because there are no Jews there you are a bit in fear of being recognized as a Jew because of your head covering and do not want to encounter any antisemitic provocations.
While I can totally understand that especially these days, this is not such a simple matter. Because a woman covering her hair according to most Halachic authorities is a Torah obligation to remain modest.
Alternatively, you can find some head attire which fits the pace you are going to or find yourself a wig which will look like natural hair, this way you won't have to look different from other women.
All the best
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