STAYING SAFE AS A SOLO BACKPACKER | AUSTRALIA VLOG & MY FIRST OVERNIGHT BUS | HOLLY GOES SOLO

[@jadepenwill4535]

Seeing holly’s videos make me want to book a flight immediately and just travel anywhere and everywhere

[@Jenny-wn9dr]

Jade P I agree ☝🏼

[@HollyGabrielle]

i really want to travel more as well now!!!!! i've got the travel bug for sure haha 😆

[@desmondfox4602]

Sorry to be off topic but does anyone know of a tool to get back into an instagram account?? I stupidly lost the password. I appreciate any tips you can offer me

[@jacobbriar4874]

@Desmond Fox instablaster =)

[@desmondfox4602]

@Jacob Briar thanks for your reply. I found the site through google and Im in the hacking process now. I see it takes a while so I will get back to you later when my account password hopefully is recovered.

[@ameliaheathcote9699]

this might sound really weird but I noticed it when you where walking for your bus, there are straps to tighten above your shoulder which keeps the wieght close to your back so it feel less heavy and there is less pressure but yeah. love you Holly!!!

[@lauraw.7108]

I also noticed that and I wanted to tighten the straps so bad... 😂

[@iskandaryia987]

Exactly! It would be much easier for her 😁

[@sarahannkathrin3204]

Yes I noticed that too. Just tighten the straps near your shoulder and it should hurt less because more of the weight will be on your hips.

[@juliam2222]

Yes! It makes a huge difference!

[@HollyGabrielle]

literally, i noticed that as soon as i arrived at rainbow beach and was like 🤦🏻‍♀️ ... why holly, why!!!! thank you though!

[@ahknLoveMusic]

Can you talk about how it was being on your periode while camping or on a boat

[@teresasavoldi6952]

yess!!!!!!

[@halima4978]

yesss

[@TheHollyChronicle]

Solo backpacking terrifies me, but seeing KZbin videos like yours and jades are so motivating :)

[@HollyGabrielle]

ahh i'm so glad to hear this! as i said, it is quite worrying at first, but it is sooo so rewarding!

[@sophieirwin3497]

Giving an itinerary to your parents/next of kin is a good idea. Just so they know who or where to phone if they haven’t heard from you in awhile and want to check you’re okay. It’s a safety net as it were.

[@HollyGabrielle]

yep i agree!

[@maneskinnnnn7190]

remind me of the gilmore girls when rory and lorelei were late home and babette was phoning the american embassy in paris

[@sophieirwin3497]

Dragon Fly 😂😂 love the Gilmore Girls reference!

[@milly4543]

Australia really suits you Holly. You look so relaxed :)

[@jessdaniel2916]

food tip: when you said the prices in the iga were expensive that’s because iga is expensive not because of the town! cheaper food are at coles and woolies. but aldi has the best prices 🤩. hope you’re having an amazing time travelling australia x 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@HollyGabrielle]

ohhhhhhh right! unfortunately my only option was an IGA at rainbow beach though 😅

[@victoriatucker6271]

Because I live in Alaska and it’s -27c or -18 F today, -35 F last week, I’m loving this three month travel vlog. I wish you’d do it every winter. Thank you

[@chuuck.jaay.]

I was the receptionist who checked you in (or out I'm not sure) at YHA in Airlie, mad regret not saying 'hi' or saying I was a subscriber. Rewatching your vlogs took me back to Airlie (where I lived before covid) and I love that! Hope 2021 is treating you well! Love your channel!

[@MJohannaS89]

For the bag: Ideally, most of the weight will be distributed over your hips, not the shoulders. If you haven’t done it in a while, loosen up all of the straps and readjust the fit. Fit it snuggly on your hips/crest of your hip bone, the clip around 1 minute looked like it was riding high. Once your shoulder straps are on, that chest strap can not only be tightened, but will slide up and down on the straps themselves and is there to make sure the shoulder straps stay put, not to hold much weight, ideally it will keep them on and not crush your breasts or let the straps slip off. When the shoulder straps are pulled in, there are two straps up by your ears (you can see them behind you at around 4min) they are load lifters/shifters, use them pull the bag forward and over your center of gravity. Of course you may have packed/picked up too much, but that is really subjective, I’ve gone on trips with “too much” because the items improved my experience. If it is too much of a burden, consider mailing things home, or to your final destination to pick up before you leave. Otherwise, looking great!

[@HollyGabrielle]

thanks so much for the advice!

[@kaatie79]

I think for this trip you should chalk it down to experience having overpacked a bit. Next time you could consider a 35l backpack and use compression packing cubes and wash your clothes more and pack less for sunny climates. I managed 6 months in Europe doing this.

[@TheHollyChronicle]

Hollys vlogs make life worth living

[@HollyGabrielle]

awwww haha ... i'm glad you enjoy them!

[@loul2195]

Aw you say 'know' and 'no' in an Aussie accent 😊

[@poonamdas6439]

I watched one entire ad so that it's a little helpful for ur stay in Australia. ☺️

[@kathleenpark2211]

I ABSOLUTELY LOVE YOUR VIDEOS!! Thanks for the frequent uploads :) Btw I love your videos in Australia because Im from Australia so I relate more!!

[@jadelauren2269]

Currently binging your latest few travel vlogs, love them ❤️

[@RoseAllDayyy]

Vitamin E cream and Pawpaw ointment will help your lips recover along with the aloe 😊

[@thinkfeelsolve]

Hollyyy...I'm so stressed😭😭😭😭college is too stressful😭😭😭😭

[@HollyGabrielle]

i'm sorry to hear this, but i can totally relate as i've been there myself! i know it is easier said than done, but remember to sleep, eat, rest, breathe and remind yourself that you've got this 😉

[@thinkfeelsolve]

@@HollyGabrielle 🤗yup

[@Blbbbb]

Does not matter where you go always need to be alert and not trusting everyone you meet. Safety number one priority and if your gut feelings tells you something is not right. Trust it. Stay safe.

[@clairep8225]

All great tips. My daughter is away at uni and she lets me have her on find my friends so I know where she is. Some people think it’s weird but we like it. 😊

[@123soper]

The straps on the bag at the top you can see at 03:16 should be much tighter than that so the weight of the back is closer to you and not pulling backwards!! 😊 pull those two tighter and it’ll feel sooo much lighter! That’s the good thing about packs like that is there’s so many adjuster straps and hip/chest belts to distribute the weight

[@madeleinespencer1739]

Weird watching and knowing exactly where you are in Airlie 😅 hometown represent 🙃

[@1995hannah1]

I stayed in this hostel when going to Fraser Island with a friend a few summers ago! I definitely agree that it’s not the most safe feeling hostel and was very busy and quite rowdy! Again like you neither of us drink so can be strange when everyone around you is drinking!

[@Phoebe280937]

Don’t feel guilty about all the bags - the classic look is a backpack, day bag, bum bag and a tote bag filled with god knows what hahahaha. Also enjoy Fraser it’s one of my all time fave places!!!

[@liahorsley4636]

Such an inspiration! You should be very proud of yourself

[@gubeanthrey]

Please talk about how you travel to places where the toilets are not in very optimal conditions like when you go on long bus journeys or like when you don't stay in hostels, how do you manage in those situations. I'm always anxious about situations like that as I'm prone to getting UTIs after using common toilets while travelling >:( Idk if anyone else can relate but it's a struggle.

[@mariaa.439]

Your videos are my study break ❤

[@annae1383]

I love your video's from Australia honestly I hope you are having an amazing time there!!!

[@ro.659]

You probably know but you can get lipbalm with spf50 in Australia. It was a lifesaver when i travelled Australia!

[@GraceonTour]

Great tips on solo traveling. I can totally relate from all of my solo trips.

[@phoebestorm9767]

Your finally starting to look tanned ! Hope your having a fab time xx

[@HollyGabrielle]

i'm finally noticing this myself now as well!!!

[@veronikapopova6284]

Holly✨, can you tell us smth about planning and preparing😋 How to plan your journey? How to prepare for a trip? How to start to and up being travelling? Some essential things to consider and some big steps to do? How to spend less money on trip...what ever you'd like to tell☺️🌟 P. S. Have fun👒👗👠 🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨🐨

[@maisusaamaki1069]

You should definitely watch ”how to adjust backpack properly” on youtube 🙈✌🏻 Helps a lot I promise!

[@LyraCanFly]

This vlog reminded me when I was backpacking in Australia: I was walking in cairns with way too many bags, when a man came to help me (my backpack had broken lol) and told me "you don't travel light, do you?" 😂😂😂 have a great time down under! 😘

[@HollyGabrielle]

darksideofthemoon96 haha people say that to me every time 🤦🏻‍♀️😂

[@Jelisawesome]

I have travelled places with my friend, like Berlin, New York, London.. But I don't think I would have the courage to go alone like you are doing! My biggest fear is my cards not working; without money you can't do anything and all of my cards have been denied before :c I love hostels! It is cozy having people walking around. The biggest room I've stayed in is a 24-beds mixed dorm. The 2 scariest things I encountered during travelling were: 1. In London at about 9 pm. My friend and I had just gotten off the tube and walking back to our hostel when we saw a group of about 10 men. We wanted to pass by them but this one guy blocked the way and stood in front of me attempting (pretending?) to kiss me. Luckily, I could just go around and they didn't bother any longer or follow us. 2. The catcalling in Minneapolis, MN. I felt so unsafe, so many people were saying stuff to us, asking vulgar questions and even kinda following us into a subway.

[@alexandra9825]

Well you could lie down on the bus so that's good, I once had to sit with quite a large man next to me all night for 12 hours and that was a nightmare

[@nicolezieleniecka]

When is Holly coming to England?

[@HollyGabrielle]

i have to be home before my 3 month visa runs out!

[@nicolezieleniecka]

@@HollyGabrielle thank you for answering, I hope you have a great time in Australia 😁

[@sarahjames1612]

Lol we also have a Woolworths in South Africa and boujee people also call it ‘Woollies’ 😂

[@immanzz1]

I like your travel and studying

[@chelsey8737]

My brother and I are visiting friends in Washington in July by train so from where we live in California it'll take 20+hours. It won't be fun at all but I hope it'll be worth it

[@HollyGabrielle]

i'm sure it will be worth it 😉

[@georgiaanderson6991]

Pull the straps above your shoulders tighter it will make the bag way easier to carry ☺️

[@jsw-farmer4140]

Pull the top straps of your rucksack tight. The weight is pulling you backwards. Heavy at the bottom. Clothes included. Roll your kit. Shoes etc always in the bottom

[@HollyGabrielle]

i know, i shouldd have done that! i only realised when i arrived at rainbow beach 😂

[@jsw-farmer4140]

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[@suzannerekseom8909]

I love overnight busses, except for when I had to sit next to a sleeping, snoring man who smells really bad and kept like breathing on me the entire night.

[@evaarecords]

What sound effect do you use to switch from the morning part (after running to the present (with backpack)?

[@gemma_dancer4169]

Did you plan all of your trips & accommodation before you left to go to Australia, or are you planning things as you go?

[@jtoye08]

I believe she said she planned everything before she left in a video she posted before she left for her trip.

[@HollyGabrielle]

@@jtoye08 yes this is correct 😁

[@Jelisawesome]

❤️

[@Jenny-wn9dr]

you and your bag look so damn cute! Haha

[@HollyGabrielle]

haha lol 😆

[@hatice.basaran]

Ya holly ne tatlısın

[@mariastrong3746]

In Australia you should be using SPF 50+ Minimum SPF 30

[@Roseisnotonfire]

How long are you planning to travel around Australia? :)

[@HollyGabrielle]

i'm on a 3 month visa!

[@lancedorey2774]

Just get a Suitcase/Luggage trolley you can drag along behind you,much easier and you can carry more without bearing all the weight you do backpacking it makes no sense and your Black hat is dehydrating you absorbing that intense sunlight and heat making the effort even more intense

[@pamrizzo6663]

Are you coming to Perth at some point Holly? :)

[@HollyGabrielle]

Pam Rizzo unfortunately I’m not doing the west coast sadly 😢

[@pamrizzo6663]

Holly Gabrielle maybe next when you come then 😊 we have some amazing diving spots, and vast wildlife. Plus Rottnest island is the only place in Australia that you can see Quokkas 😊

[@steffigracec8894]

When’s your sched trip to sydney?

[@HollyGabrielle]

at the very end of my trip!

[@sarah-mariastaicu5142]

Earlyyyyy yeey🎉

[@INTERESTPERSON]

First comment for the first time ever🤩🤩🤩

[@aliceknight9793]

First!

[@tish1508]

Hello 😘😘

[@malaikaahmad920]

Eight one to comment

[@ramarao]

Hi how r u??

[@ayandas8757]

I think I found "Girl with a Pearl Earring" can I illustrate your portrait pls..?🥺

[@nkayla12]

Wouldn't it have been easier to use a suitcase instead of a backpack? Then you would have been able to wheel it

[@HollyGabrielle]

even though it is heavy, i do prefer using the backpack tbh!