More on each pack 👇🏼✨ First, no matter what bag you choose to travel with, make sure it has good zippers!! A company sent me a backpack before my 5-month trip that I was going to use, but once I got it and saw the quality of the pack and the zippers it was an immediate NO. Most of the packs are in my story highlight "links" 1. @rei Recycled Ruckpack 40L (carryon) This one is currently on sale for 30% off! It looks like they're discontinuing it but I think it's just that color If you have a heavier pack (25lbs / 11kg or more), I prefer this pack because it stays comfortable even when heavy. I also love how you can zip away the straps in case you decide to use it as a checked bag. 2. @cotopaxi Allpa 35L (carryon) I've had my Allpa since 2020 and used it for every trip until my cat peed on it (she was mad at me when I got back home from a trip) BUT it's a fantastic bag. The built-in packing cubes and organization are great and the new model even looks like it has some better additions (water bottle pocket!!). I will say, the model that I have was not comfortable when packed over 20/25 lbs, but I can't speak to the new version because it looks like they changed the placement of the hip straps. 3. @gregorypacks Border 40L (carryon*) This one is very similar to the Cotopaxi and at a friendlier price point. I really like the organization of this bag and it has a "smelly clothes" compartment to keep things separate. Similar to the Cotopaxi, it was not comfortable when packed over 20/25 so it's better for short trips or if you don't have heavy gear! *I have had trouble using this as a carryon when it's packed FULL... usually just have to take a few items out. 4. @ospreypacks Kyte 46L I got my bag on sale a few years ago and it looks like they only make a 30 and 48L version now. I added this one to the video to show the difference of when I would prefer a top-loading bag (& some people prefer these for regular travel!). These bags are great for outdoor activities and I see tons of people use them for international backpacking as well! #solofemaletraveler #travelbackpack
I love it when you speak of your backpacks as I am desperately looking for a day pack and a travel pack, suitable for a 5 week adventure in the Philippines 🇵🇭😊❤
Thank you so much for using a bear can! I know it's required by law in some places now but I see people still not. I know they are super bulky but hey at least it's also a chair/table!
More on each pack 👇🏼✨
First, no matter what bag you choose to travel with, make sure it has good zippers!! A company sent me a backpack before my 5-month trip that I was going to use, but once I got it and saw the quality of the pack and the zippers it was an immediate NO.
Most of the packs are in my story highlight "links"
1. @rei Recycled Ruckpack 40L (carryon)
This one is currently on sale for 30% off! It looks like they're discontinuing it but I think it's just that color
If you have a heavier pack (25lbs / 11kg or more), I prefer this pack because it stays comfortable even when heavy. I also love how you can zip away the straps in case you decide to use it as a checked bag.
2. @cotopaxi Allpa 35L (carryon)
I've had my Allpa since 2020 and used it for every trip until my cat peed on it (she was mad at me when I got back home from a trip)
BUT it's a fantastic bag. The built-in packing cubes and organization are great and the new model even looks like it has some better additions (water bottle pocket!!). I will say, the model that I have was not comfortable when packed over 20/25 lbs, but I can't speak to the new version because it looks like they changed the placement of the hip straps.
3. @gregorypacks Border 40L (carryon*)
This one is very similar to the Cotopaxi and at a friendlier price point. I really like the organization of this bag and it has a "smelly clothes" compartment to keep things separate. Similar to the Cotopaxi, it was not comfortable when packed over 20/25 so it's better for short trips or if you don't have heavy gear! *I have had trouble using this as a carryon when it's packed FULL... usually just have to take a few items out.
4. @ospreypacks Kyte 46L
I got my bag on sale a few years ago and it looks like they only make a 30 and 48L version now. I added this one to the video to show the difference of when I would prefer a top-loading bag (& some people prefer these for regular travel!). These bags are great for outdoor activities and I see tons of people use them for international backpacking as well!
#solofemaletraveler #travelbackpack
I bought the REI 40L rucksack as I watched your videos!
Got scammed online for Cotopaxi ones by a reseller here in the Philippines :(
I bought my gregory 40 after hearing your experience using it. I love it especially the suitcase style opening
The Cotopaxi bags are manufactured in the Philippines but I wonder why they don’t sell that here.
I love it when you speak of your backpacks as I am desperately looking for a day pack and a travel pack, suitable for a 5 week adventure in the Philippines 🇵🇭😊❤
Thank you so much for using a bear can! I know it's required by law in some places now but I see people still not. I know they are super bulky but hey at least it's also a chair/table!
what do you do if you’re planning on backpacking during a trip but the whole trip isnt about backpacking?
wheres chungi