Minimalist Packing | Overnight Stay in Miami, FL | Targus Backpack | Taking a Break From My Kånken

[@maryj4876]

I really like your vlogs. This is my ultimate goal, always travel in just one backpack. Always watching since i discovered your channel. I want to be this minimalist everytime I travel. Less stuff, more experience, create memories. ❤

[@MinimallyAnnabel]

Hi Mary! Thank you, I’m glad you’re enjoying my videos! And 100% agree with your last sentence! 🫶🏼

[@lovinggossipgirl]

I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS. it’s something I look forward to and makes me look at what’s only necessary and for emergencies

[@MinimallyAnnabel]

Hi! Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoy my videos still and find them helpful! 🫶🏼

[@user-tr7yl5bh1x]

Hey Annabel! I really enjoy these packing videos! The Targus backpack actually looks so sleek and it fit everything so well. I’m eager to know how you get on with this bag. How did you find using the Vardag pocket from the previous video ? At some point would you consider doing a video suggesting the best crossbody/shoulder bag to accompany your backpack ? Looking forward to more videos from you 💕

[@MinimallyAnnabel]

Hi! Thank you! I’m happy that you’re enjoying my videos! The Targus worked out so well, super comfortable and a good amount of room, I will definitely be using it for future trips. 😊 I still love my Vardag Pocket, it is such a useful small bag to have! I only have this one and my LV Nano Speedy for my crossbody bags, so I would say that for active trips I’ll take the Vardag and for city trips I’ll take my LV nano, hope that helps! 🫶🏼

[@user-tr7yl5bh1x]

@@MinimallyAnnabel aw thank you for taking the time to reply to me 🥺💕 I think I’m going to purchase the Vardag pocket because i really liked the way it looked in the last video 🥰 so neat and compact!

[@karenevans2157]

I enjoyed this video as the “sequel” of the Naples trip, and see what worked and what no longer works for you! Loving that you are going for “bigger” bag with comfortable shoulder straps and the roomy/ easy fit is refreshing among other minimalist videos :)

[@MinimallyAnnabel]

Hi Karen! So great to hear from you again! And yes, I’m definitely prioritizing comfort for my future travels now. Especially as someone who travels a lot with just a backpack, I don’t want to use one that will give me issues my with shoulders and back in the long term! 🫶🏼

[@karenevans2157]

​@@MinimallyAnnabel Understood. I love how open minded you are and not confined to the idea of "minimalist" packing. Sometimes lighter or smaller are not necessary "better" and I love how you go with what's right for you. Thanks for sharing your wonderful packing videos!

[@MinimallyAnnabel]

@karenevans2157 thank you Karen! Your kind comments mean a lot to me! Thank you for understanding that minimalism is not black and white, and for also enjoying my videos! 🫶🏼

[@karenevans2157]

@@MinimallyAnnabelSweet!

[@jomy25]

Thank you for another great and informative video, Annabel. It's too bad that the Kanken 13-inch laptop backpack didn't work out for you after all. Did you end up keeping the Vardag Pocket, though?

[@MinimallyAnnabel]

Hi Myra! Thank you, glad this was helpful for you too! And yes, I kept the Vardag Pocket, I love it for everyday errands and hopefully I’ll get round to a review of it soon. It’s a great little bag! 🫶🏼

[@ikongfu]

far more expensive, but maybe something like an Aer City Pack Pro would be good. curious how you'd like it.

[@Eye-Lee55]

I love my kanken 15", but I've heard taller people don't find them comfortable at all. This is probably due to the fact they are aimed more for school-aged children. So, that's a win for being short! Thanks for the video!!!

[@MinimallyAnnabel]

Hi! Haha yes, the Kånken was originally made for school children, so I’m surprised they have not been altered to fit today’s adults too 😅 but it does definitely help being shorter when it comes to the straps! Thanks for your comment! 🫶🏼

[@JairaZurbito-e6o]

Love your videos so much. How can I reach out for a collaboration? :)

[@tomatotomatomato]

Ooh how did you find the comfort level of the Targus backpack after your trip? I do find that my smallish Kanken can dig into my shoulders when I have it packed more densely so I'm curious how this one will go for you

[@MinimallyAnnabel]

Hi! The Targus was SUPER comfortable! I absolutely loved it for Miami, I barely felt the weight (though it was not heavy already) and the Targus was really easy to sling over my shoulders. Will definitely stick to this backpack and occasionally going back to my laptop Kånken! 🫶🏼

[@tomatotomatomato]

@@MinimallyAnnabel ooh good to know, thanks for the update! also had to say, I started carrying around a little first aid kid after seeing it in your videos and it's already come in handy for when I needed emergency Lactaid. Appreciate seeing the idea from you!

[@MinimallyAnnabel]

@tomatotomatomato oh that’s great!! I love carrying a mini first aid kit, you just never know when you’ll need something! It makes me really happy to hear that my videos have been helpful! 🫶🏼