What in my backpack for 7 MONTHS ABROAD? Australia, Philippines + Indonesia // Osprey Xena 85

[@AnimalLover101195]

It's refreshing to see a backpacker who still overpacks. I feel that's more realistic and common than minimalism. 85 liters is too much for me personally, but I don't feel I can do a 30 or 40. Maybe a 50. I once saw a girl who lived out of a 17 liter bag which was too extreme for me. Also, glad someone else geeks out over gear.

[@gurusevikadasi108]

I like your comment, though I'm an extreme minimalist traveler. Last September I lived out of my 6 liter tiny backpack, plus a one liter bumbag for 19 days hahaha :) It was so nice and relaxing to travel that light, and I really had everything I needed.

[@alexgrinage]

@@gurusevikadasi108 it can be done but should it.

[@woolypuffin392]

I usually overpack and overbuy stuff when on holiday, so I made myself a challenge to not take my 85l suitcase and 30l backpack with me, but only my Eagle Creek Companion 40l (which is AMAZING!!!) and now I am totally comfortable with 40l for about 1 - 2 weeks even in winter.

[@Lovsnow]

I remember backpacking in South East Asia and it was almost a "thing" to be packing light. It's like a badge. For me, I prefer more space these days. I'm going with a 60L bag for three weeks in Asia soon. I'll pack about 50L into it. Some space for new things.

[@BumblingTourist]

I cannot count how many times people have said "maybe your hair would be more manageable if you brushed it?" If you don't have curls, you just don't get it!! The struggle is real! HAAAA

[@BackpackingBananas]

Hahaha right?! Brushing my hair is just not a thing 😅

[@wxxxbattle]

why brush curls they pretty.

[@karens7124]

i know right.. like girl, try putting curlers in your hair over night then brush them out in the morning.... see what happens.. that frizzy hot mess is what our curls would look like combed out..

[@rufaromapfumo7930]

@@BackpackingBananasmilk .

[@pmcallister]

Cut it off. Best thing I ever did with my hair.

[@MillaExplores]

I find these packing backpack videos so relaxing haha, but they don't help my constant travel fever... 😂 Your trip sounds amaaazing, I've always wanted to go to those places. Enjoy!! 😍

[@BackpackingBananas]

Thanks Milla ❤️ Hope your travel fever gets better soon 😅

[@0pima0]

SAME!!! Haha... And I'm constantly hunting for good videos = the travel fever never stops 😅

[@i.v.hopium6796]

I can relate to this very much as well, I'm moving to Australia in October and quite a few of my evenings are of videos like these

[@veronica.theswamphag]

ALSO it's good to have condoms in case someone else doesn't have them! Save your travel friends from STI's!!

[@monicasahu07]

I watch this video every month like a reminder for travel plans. Sooo love it.

[@GeorgiaWinter]

I am SO happy you mentioned condoms in this! Have an amazing trip!x

[@BackpackingBananas]

😊😊 so important! Thank you xxx

[@godSPARDA1995]

I KNOW! I always tell that everyone. Some may laugh but people truly underestimate that lol imagine you getting an STD. Nightmare. And you can use it to store water in an emergency or make your phone waterproof:)

[@AllyMay]

Just a heads up: Most supermarkets in Australia don’t do plastic throwaway bags anymore. Hope you have an amazing start to your trip!

[@BackpackingBananas]

Glad to hear that! Thank you xxx

[@alicederry3112]

This video is making me excited for a trip I'm not going on ! I think you can definitely pack more in those big packing cubes . Your new backpack is beautiful.

[@BackpackingBananas]

Haha yay!! It's such a beauty right?! 😍

[@sydneybaldwin3514]

I held my breath a bit whilst you were packing everything in. So happy it all fit. I’m like you though, definitely not a minimalist. I try every trip I go on but never succeed. The bag is stunning! Happy travels !!

[@BackpackingBananas]

Haha I always try to be more minamalist 😂🙈 yeh never works

[@abnormia]

I love my osprey too ^^ I have the 40l fairpoint. It's awesome carry on size if you hate packing heavy. Did me amazing on my 6 month backpack around south america

[@BackpackingBananas]

Oh my goodness, half the size of mine!!

[@Catyren]

I have the 40L osprey as well :) 6 months around Asia plus a couple of trips since then and it’s still going :) I still managed to pack stuff I didn’t need 😂

[@amberabroad723]

I'm looking at getting the same one! :)

[@shahena9698]

How did you take it on the plane? Apologies if it’s a dumb question

[@saratrejo6658]

Your comment is a year old but I hope you can see this comment! I'm also planning a 5 month trip in South America. How did you manage a 40l in varying climates? I am very small and absolutely cannot do more than 46L and even that is a bit heavy for me. I want to try the 40L fairview.

[@subzeroproductions3182]

Shout out to #Osprey for hooking it up! I haven't found anything else that can handle the abuse I put them through. Phenomenal quality, and a great company.

[@hopebroomesaunders1793]

im so happy that you get just as excited about backpacks as i do!!!!!!

[@BackpackingBananas]

Hahaha 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@lifeofttash]

yaaasssss!! finally the MOST helpful 'whats in my backpack' video!! can't wait to see more travel videos :D xxx

[@BackpackingBananas]

So pleased that it is helpful 😊❤️

[@juliannagenevieve3670]

This was so incredibly helpful! I'm heading off for my first solo trip EVER in a month (I'm terrified and so excited), and I had no idea where to even start with my backpack. I don't know if I'll go with one this big though...I guess we'll see when I make my own packing video hehe.

[@hnybrr]

This got me so excited, I can't wait til this covid disaster is over so my bf and I can start traveling again. Can you do a video about what you do in a week as a travel vlogger? Where do you stay (hostel?, Airbnb?), do you carry around the entire backpack or do you use a day pack?, how much research do you do when planning activities, and how much planning do you do in advance in terms of making content for your channel?

[@emmanuellelalonde2464]

Hey by the way, I absolutely love your Vlog. If you don't want the hassle of packing loads of tampons, my friend and I went to New Zealand for 5 months and brought 2 diva cups. They literally changed our lives. Worth trying it out in my opinion.

[@godSPARDA1995]

A male backpacker: So I got my Jeans, five shirts, socks and underwear. Let‘s go for my three month trip😂👍

[@shipsintheknight3]

lol thats me but im female

[@godSPARDA1995]

ShipsInTheKnight nice!:)

[@douglasthompson8927]

don`t forget your toothbrush haha

[@Harry._.Thompson]

@@godSPARDA1995 did u go, or did covid ruin it

[@ChloeTravels1998]

Getting this backpack later ready for my backpacking adventure next year! Got a really good deal for £120 from someone on Facebook but it is still brand new with tags. Super excited to finally get my hands on it!!

[@BackpackingBananas]

🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@carolinaaloisio7158]

Girl your back is going to heart with so many things!

[@thulani5764]

A great hack is to get a menstral cup, it's great for traveling because you're bringing one thing and reuse it, and it's a lot cheaper and better for the environment!

[@randyholloway920]

No shade at all. I understand still using a large, heavy pack, but for me I do enjoy the simplicity of traveling light and efficient. However, it is a system approach to do so and requires some learning and skills to acquire lightweight/ultralight weight gear and clothes. Think multifunctional and simple, lightest weight version of something you can get. Ultralight allows you raptor always have your bag with you no matter what, eg busses, trains etc and you can comfortably wear it for hours.

[@rozemarijnbalemans4561]

Is soo nice to see that I am not the only backpacker that kind of overpacks a bit 😊😋

[@countryloven72]

The flipflops for the hostels can be tossed for the hiking/water sandals....

[@annalang5687]

I need more space to go shopping... There is still space in the packing cubes! Love that :)

[@sarahmcinroy2321]

I'm going to Thailand and Australia (for a year!!) in January! My first time to both places , so this video is so perfect both in content and by when you published it! Thank you thank you.

[@marysibb]

Well done. I love osprey. I have two. A carry on size that converts to a size that fits into the little rack at the airport. And I have a larger one, I think it’s a 55 litre. I used it to backpack into the woods, and that hog held everything I needed. All the camping gear. Early next year I will be dragging it through Asia. It is THE best thing ever. And I love the packing cubes. They changed my life! 😎

[@FlunkingMonkey]

I swear your packing videos are just hypnotizing, I'm not even looking to pack my clothes into a backpack yet I'm so invested in this video. 😂

[@liamtanis4163]

This is such a great vid! I'll be travelling to Indonesia in 3 weeks, for a month with a good friend. These packing cubes are amazing! Thank you for sharing!! 😊 Definitely gonna order some!

[@adinabrowne7722]

This bag is amazing I got it earlier this year!! Took it hiking the west highland way in Scotland and was a dream, taking it in my Asia and Australia trip in two months!! Couldn’t recommend it enough

[@BackpackingBananas]

That's so great to hear!! I am loving it 😊

[@MattNav]

So excited for you and I love how this video came out right as I am packing for my own adventure. Going for 6 weeks to places like Banff Canada, Iceland, Hong Kong, Singapore, Cape Town and LA. So excited 😁

[@BackpackingBananas]

Yay great timing!! Your trip sounds amazing 😊

[@isabellamchugh2052]

Watched literally all of your travel videos and only just heard what your names is !!

[@BackpackingBananas]

😅

[@hannahjones8629]

I loved your idea of your 4 point plug+ have a great time!

[@charlottemarsh2904]

I have just come back from a 1 month backpacking trip around Madagascar and I wished I had discovered your channel before I left

[@laurasaxton8582]

needed this i cant wait to be flying out to Sydney on the 1st Feb . So nervous and excited. Im an overpacker but going to try my best to be minimalist

[@BackpackingBananas]

Yay! Not long! So exciting 😊

[@simonebles8617]

(so random haha) but im also flying into Sydney on the 1st feb! 😊

[@thethrillseekerscoasterclub]

WOW! You’ve helped me so much! Im going too Australia for a year in September and you’ve honestly helped me massively!

[@alyssabori1410]

Lee Chapman how was Australia?! I’m going for a year in October and I would love to know about your experience!

[@TheShauNanigans]

No one likes to be loose and flabby, not even backpacks... I feel you, girl. I feel you.

[@emiliiajayne]

29:27 "No one likes to be loose and flabby... Not even backpacks" 😂 man this really made me laugh

[@rachelh930]

Thank you for making this video. You have definitely inspired me to utilize every corner of my Deuter 65 +10. Major inspiration.

[@nofaonearth]

Love how you pack it, it’s guiding me for my 5 Swiss italy Spain Portugal Paris and london this September

[@rachelroberts2592]

I’ve only just discovered you this week, and I’m hooked! Your videos are so helpful

[@loveatfirstflight2954]

Great content! I have really been enjoying watching your video's, from packing tips to solo travelling, to Aus, Columbia, and Philippines!! Hoping you get to hit the road again soon! We will be watching your journey!

[@joyceatwork]

it’s so amazing and refreshing to watch you on KZbins. i felt so excited for trips even though i m not soneone who lives travelling. i tried an18-day backpacking to Taiwan in year 2019 Dec, i was so disappointed that my back cant take a backpack🎒 that weighed more than 5kg. i ended up having a carry on backpack on the push-roller. U are awesome👍🏼

[@woutervanteerling]

I'll give you just a tip: With packing your bag think about comfort, wich means: go heavy to light from back bottom to front top of the bag, this will save your back and energy like x10. tip 2: you shouldn't roll cables but like tangle them in each other, you'll never get them stuck in echother again! comment on this comment is your want an example, if so I'll try to upload a photo or something.

[@melodiehermans5586]

that's a looooooot of clothes!!!

[@bentimover8095]

Mélodie Hermans she’s a girl. Girls can’t pack light

[@CVLALT]

Ben Dover that’s a lie, lots of girls can pack light but some choose not to and bring what they might need.

[@joe45joy]

Mélodie Hermans it 7 months so you need a lot of clothes

[@craftygal2249]

Ben Dover it just depends on the person, I guy could over pack too! 🙃🙂

[@jessicathompson236]

Ben Dover, apparently you don't know very many women.

[@HeflinEstelle]

Props to you on being able to handle those bags. I can hardly carry a 40lb backpack I need to start working out before my next trip. Can’t wait to see the travel vlogs

[@BackpackingBananas]

Haha I find they are not bad at all once you're all strapped in on the waist belt!

[@HeflinEstelle]

Backpacking Bananas it does help a lot, I’m just so scrawny 😂

[@Juli124]

AMEN on the rolling! I know it makes things smaller but I haaaate unrolling and then rolling again so much it makes me so mad, haha.

[@silviavol]

Subscribing! You are lovely and so motivating! I backpacked Thailand & Vietnam on my own about 1,5 years ago for 2 months, and it's the only thing I've been thinking about since coming back to Estonia. Now thinking of going to work in Australia, I'd love to meet you there once I get there!

[@BackpackingBananas]

You have the travel bug 😉 Great choice Australia is awesome!!

[@alaurahwillow155]

I know it is a personal choice but I would really suggest you try using a menstrual cup. They are great in general but especially when traveling as you don't need to worry about disposing of tampons or buying them. Just an idea. Also, a hack that I have picked up is using shower caps on your feet when having a shower, if you worry about the cleanliness of the shower in hostels like I do. Flip flops work too though.

[@beccamcgrath9185]

CAN I PLEASE RECOMMEND LUSH SHAMPOO AND CONDITIONER BARS!!! So easy and you get a tin with it that you can reuse! No liquid and less plastic!!!

[@jessicathompson236]

Shoe bags, Ziploc 2.5 gallon, or even just grocery bags work.

[@wanderlustandsparkle4395]

It's good to see in newer videos you are downsizing and packing better, I never understood how backpackers could carry these huge bags I have always traveled with a 28L backpack or under never over. I've actually seen backpackers with two bags or extremely big size like the one in this video.

[@thunderbird1921]

Those who can carry 30+ L backpacks are either athletes or seasoned hikers. Most girls would really struggle with a pack this heavy. The fact that she's smiling and laughing with all that weight on her back speaks volumes about her fitness.

[@MichelleDiepbrink]

I am so impressed about how much stuff you packed and how well it fits haha. Good job!!

[@a.g.h.6963]

I just ordered the same backpack that you have, in the Canopy Green color! I'm really excited to get it! If I have to go anywhere this summer, I will definitely pack like you, except for the bathing suits. I might start backpacking as I get a little older. Want to backpack Europe and some other places! Thank you for the inspiration, and for going through each bag that you packed! A lot of KZbinrs say that they're carrying a toiletry case for instance, and they just mention Ibuprofen and Band-aids (plasters).

[@anajoie4180]

Yayyy so excited for you to explore my country, Philippines 🇵🇭 ♥️✨

[@BackpackingBananas]

Me tooooooo 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@darbye5899]

I can't wait to hear more about your Indonesia trip! I'm going in February!

[@cralalalala]

Am a recent subscriber due to low level panic about my upcoming 6 month backpacking solo trip...also my first ever solo trip! Love your videos they get me super excited and there were so many things in here I hadn't even considered, ie condoms!

[@sopht1033]

Please bring a jumper!! Melbourne isn’t overly hot at the minute

[@Loeviis]

So excited to see this video (my first of you) rather fast as to your departure. Can't wait for more :-)

[@cboyce3744]

Electronics game changer? Gear ties. I use the Nite Ize gear ties for all of my cords. Really helps with their longevity. That & using a little bit of electrical tape. Happy travels!

[@joe45joy]

I just found your channel and I love it 🥰

[@BackpackingBananas]

Thank you, welcome!

[@jayleajones3631]

Love the rucksack, just invested in a osprey exos ready for 4 uk hikes next year. Good luck on your trip and keep safe out there.

[@Nvel09]

Love this video! It came at a great time too, I really needed a pick-me-up today :)

[@BackpackingBananas]

Aw yay ❤️

[@sandrinedion351]

What i’ve been waiting for 😍

[@BackpackingBananas]

Woohoo 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@theculturalear7134]

"Yass, Queen!" made my packing life!! 😂🤣❤

[@diandrad1414]

I love your enthusiasm!!

[@theessenceofbeauty1g]

Have you (or anyone else reading this) any tips for dealing with homesickness while solo travelling? You, Mollie, and UnjadedJade have inspired me to solo travel this summer but I'm still quite young and worry that I'll get lonely!

[@sarahappy3204]

I went on a short (18 days) solo trip last summer. It was my first time traveling all by myself. Just a few small tips: Stay in Hostels and engage in activities. You'll usally meet people with similar interests. Maybe you'll find somebody with who you can travel along. You can always call family or friends or you can even video chat with them (most hostels have wifi). Maybe it helps to send your loved ones home some pictures to let them be a part of your journey or a real postcard. Even though most people were older (24-28) nobody cared that i had just turned 18. So age doesn't seem to be a problem

[@annalang5687]

If you stay in hostels, you are surrounded by people the entire time. Fill your days with a lot of stuff and keep yourself busy on travel days! Also, WiFi is everywhere, you can contact family and friends basically whenever the time difference allowes it. I might have called my mom at two in the morning once... I've found that more often than not, since you share your room with so many people, you actually learn to appreciate alone-time :)

[@Catyren]

Practice some self care. Do something familiar, eat something familiar, etc.

[@veronica.theswamphag]

All these tips are great about meeting people on the road! But also dont lose the opportunity to get comfortable being on your own! You can grow so much as a woman while traveling, and if you spend time getting to know who you are, doing what YOU want, WHEN you want... its invaluable, dont waste it wishing you were with someone or back home! My mom told me, right before I left on my trip, "If something scares you and excited you at the same time, you should probably do it." Everything we want is on the other side of fear. You got this!!!

[@GayAstray]

That backpack looks comfy as! Loved this video. I think mine has been trashed around and beaten and battered, but I adore backpacks... It's so much more fun to pack and wear than a suitcase!

[@isthisthekrustykrab4895]

I have a 85l and when its on my back it like goes over my head, 100% gonna get a smaller pack for my next trip but now I really want an Osprey it looks so lovely and comfy.

[@mariannemorrice9827]

I went backpacking in Scotland and I can say that the bag and the rain cover are not amazingly waterproof. But then nothing is 100% waterproof and Scottish weather is a bit extreme

[@Feefifum]

Dying @ Scottish weather is extreme. Depends on where youre from I suppose, but its just some rain!

[@tomboyiam]

Heads up for AUS! Some sates have a no plastic bags at major grocery stores, your material bag is a good idea for here!

[@Misseggy24]

That's exactly what I thought when she held up the that canvas bag 😂

[@HopOnTheMap]

Thank you for sharing these packing tips, we will use it very soon on our backpacking trip for 6 months, can't wait 😉

[@emmablevins4688]

i would highly recommend investing in a pair of chacos!

[@lovisadreyer9653]

I cant believe all that fit into the backpack! Wow haha! Thank you for all the tips 🙏🏼

[@christianfernandez2796]

I start my working holiday next June in Surfers Paradise Australia! This was so helpful! Thank you! You should come check out Las Vegas one day!

[@tiupolina]

Christian Fernandez how is it?

[@adamlivelife2608]

Just bought that bag (male editing) today for my trip to Germany next year so pumped. The bag fits custom just amazing

[@КаринаРина-ъ2у]

How is your trip?

[@adamlivelife2608]

Карина Рина canceled that’s to covid

[@ashleybaird8873]

Please do a video with all your souvenirs from your travels!!

[@Wanderlauren]

Cant wait to see all upcoming backpacking vlogggggsss!!! :D

[@BackpackingBananas]

Yay 😊🙌🏼🙌🏼 Me too 🙈

[@qwiglydee]

It matches the color of your eyes...

[@BackpackingBananas]

Aw thanks!

[@trav3ll3r]

I love you channel and I can’t wait to see your adventures! 😍😍😍

[@bildegardstilinski2369]

I really can relate when you said that you always find yourself needing stuff 😅 I’m the same kind of person. Everytime I think that I own everything I need I find something new that I absolutely need 👏🏻

[@Slaytanik.]

I have an Osprey Atmos 65 and a daylite plus day pack. I'm currently looking for one in the middle.

[@faitht.685]

I’m with you! I don’t wear wired or padded bras ever! So uncomfortable

[@jozzbigjbfan]

I loved this! Going for 3,5 months

[@ccampos-er4ru]

Great tips, thanks, but what about how do you manage phone service, personal hotspot for wifi everywhere?

[@sarahdabbs9061]

Yasss queen You are literallyyyyyy my spirit animal. Hahaha 💁🏻 Been waiting to watch this since you said you were doing it. Literally love it. And all the things I had planned for my backpack, you have used so thank you. It has made me so excited to pack. One reason I’m going to aus is because I watched your videos from the start. (Finally saved enough) Hope you’re having the best trip. 😁

[@BackpackingBananas]

Aww thank you so much ❤️❤️ that's incredible, you must be so excited 🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@sarahdabbs9061]

Excited/nerves/scared haven’t been out of Europe and haven’t been travelling in 2 years. 🙉 eeeek2 and half weeks left! ❤️❤️

[@roadtocybersecurity]

Great video!! I was panicking about my day to day bag for Peru but this was amazing ☺️

[@Nihal-wx3th]

wow, 85L thats a lot ...... I mean everyone got different needs, but I wouldn't want to wear this around.. way to heavy... how much did it weigh ? An how much is your day bag (weight) ?

[@BackpackingBananas]

15.5KG 😊 not bad at all

[@joellesmits9691]

Yeah. I used to think the bigger the better. So when buying my first backpack I couldn't deside wheter I would take a 75 liter or 85 liter. I took the 75 liter. Used it twice. Sold it. Most of the times i take my 20 liter sometimes with my 40 liter. But I don't see why you would need more.

[@LM-te9qj]

@@BackpackingBananas thats a lot. Mine was 8kg for 6.5 months!

[@wanderlustandsparkle4395]

@@BackpackingBananas 34lbs is quite a lot of stuff.

[@Johannemee]

Such a helpful video, thank you! I wish you an amazing trip. I’ll be leaving in january for my 5 month backpacking trip, so excited and stressed at the same time!! Haha xx

[@dannygeebee]

Use a suitcase it much easier and better! I traveled all round south east Asia with a small suitcase

[@sarahappy3204]

I Love this type of Video from you 😍 I hope you enjoy your trip 👍 and thanks again for some awesome travel inspiration

[@BackpackingBananas]

Thank you so glad you enjoyed it ❤️❤️

[@LivRecoveredLeashKid]

Do you have the details on any of the one piece swim suits you showed? They look so flattering!

[@swissmisstravels8275]

Could you tell me where you got your first pair of pants you showed? the flowy striped ones with the tie? So cute! Hope you're having a blast!

[@hithere8915]

I reccomend trying white tiger balm if you find it in Asia. Its an lifesaver when it comes to mosquito bites and bites from other insects

[@justin-ej1wt]

Beautiful as always

[@Topdoggy69]

Love how open you are!! ❤❤

[@aryawuland4479]

Hy.. Im from Indonesia.. Thnks have a great trip

[@lauraxyz5388]

28:50 I can imagine the bag is comfortable because it looks like a child/tiny person is hugging you from the back and you’re stuffing its mouth 😂

[@selinaschubert7200]

Wow I‘ve been following your travels for over 2 years already - I believe maybe 3. So happy I remembered this Video existed 😂 Cause I‘m currently looking for a new backpack - I reckon this one might be the one

[@selinaschubert7200]

Also I love that I have the same Shorts haha bought those yellow stripped ones from cotton on in October 2018 before my whitsundays trip

[@jessicasmart741]

How do you go about plane trips with the bag?? Just put it through at check in as luggage? I’m always so scared I’m gonna get overseas and my bag won’t!

[@BackpackingBananas]

Yep it goes through as checked in luggage Just make sure you always put your name on the label and get a baggage receipt!

[@elainenoe4891]

Ahh I am a minimalist so this made me cringe. 😆🤷🏼‍♀️😩 You know what you need though so it’s all good. I couldn’t handle it. My daughter and I are planning a Gilmore Girlsesque backpacking trip to Europe and we love watching your videos.