Kayli King

poor thing is about to have an existential crisis

PS you DON’T have to do this exact route + distance every day!! ✨What’s the Tour du Mont Blanc??✨ A 102 mile (164 km) loop that circumnavigates Western Europe’s highest mountain, Mont Blanc. Popular start locations are: Chamonix, Les Contamines, Courmayeur, or Champex-Lac. Traditionally it is done in 11 stages, walking counterclockwise. We completed it in 7 stages, going clockwise due to limited availability at the time of booking. Only have a few days?? You don’t have to do the entire route! It can be a DIY your own adventure, doing only a few nights depending on your desired schedule and distance of hiking! If you want to go alone, I would go counterclockwise as you’ll meet WAY more people going that route and can make a group of friends! ✨How to book✨ @The Adventure Addicts booked everything so everyone say THANK YOU ZOE!!!! She’s also posting more videos on the TMB so check her page!! Everything can be booked online through the website www.montourdumontblanc.com . The website allows you to book by refuge, by availability, or it will help you construct your own trip. The Website will show you how many huts are available per area, how many hours of walking between huts, and what your next “stage” should be. ✨What I paid✨ I’ll have a daily/section breakdown in my next video, but I spent a total of $1150 USD on the entire 8 day trek. This includes lodging, food, transportation, and baggage fees. ✨What I packed✨ hiking outfit (sun hoodie, sports bra, shorts, sock, hat, trail runners, sunnies) hut outfit (tank, shorts, fleece, tevas) undies (4) puffy jacket xtra socks pants t-shirt PJS rain jacket swimsuit toiletries (toothbrush/paste, shampoo bar, soap bar, moisturizer, deodorant, sunscreen, brow gel) earplugs eyemask magnesium mouth tape laundry tabs pillowcase sleep sack rain cover microspikes water bag kindle + charger TP kula cloth camera + batteries + mic film camera + roll CASH - euro portable charger outlet converter + all cords earphones #tourdumontblanc #travelfrance #backpackingeurope

#ad How I take my photos and videos alone 👇🏼 #SponsoredbySony *Camera I’m using* @Sony Alpha 7 IV *Lens I’m using* Sony FE 24-70mm F2.8 GM II Full-frame Standard Zoom G Master lens *Camera settings I use* For video - I honestly just put it on Auto and press record. The camera has in body stabilization, 4K, and excellent auto-focus to track me as I run around the screen. For photos - I LOVE the interval shooting function that Sony has. It allows me to take burst photos on my camera in 1s intervals for hundreds of photos in a row if I want. No more pressing the shutter button, running back to place, and doing that all over again!! The interval shooting function only works if you are in Manual setting - so I make sure the shutter speed is correct beforehand. I keep the ISO on 400 always. To find the interval shooting go to Menu > Shooting (red camera) > Drive Mode > Interval Shoot Func > On. I like to do 1 sec start time, 1 sec interval and 130 shots. I have been using Sony cameras for years and I’m so excited that my first full frame camera is one of theirs. The quality is incredible, it is very user friendly, and the auto-focus is consistent and reliable. #SonyAlpha

packing list and initial thoughts on this backpack 👇🏼 Backpack: @Matador Globerider 35L Sling bag: @thenorthface Terra Lumbar 3L ✨OUTFITS✨ - Picture outfit (skirt and top) - Plane outfit (romper, tank, sweater, @Teva Footwear sandals) - Daily outfit (flow shorts, 2 tanks) - Yoga outfit (shorts and tank) - Swimsuits (2) - Sun hoodie - PJs ✨ELECTRONICS✨ - Charging cords - @Sony Alpha A6700, batteries, memory cards - Macbook and charger - Portable chargers (2) - Film camera and film - Harddrive and extra attachments ✨TOILETRIES✨ - Claw clip (wear) - Dove soap - Matador soap bags (3) - razors - @The Earthling Co. shampoo bar - conditioner bar - brush - @Mad Hippie face oil - retinol serum - Tweezers - brow gell - eyelash curler - @ILIA Beauty mascara - blush - all over face color - Makeup brush - retainer - Mouth tape - tiny ponytails - toothbrush - toothpaste - @The Rootist dry shampoo ✨EXTRAS✨ - waterbottle - sunglasses (2) - Packable mini backpack - Mikkoa Yoga mat - neck pillow - towel (full size) - planner - black pens - backup earrings - bandanas (2) - Hat - Silk pillowcase - Airtag - Medicine bag ✨SLING BAG✨ - credit card - kindle - portable charger - iphone charger cord - snack - eyemask - earplugs - cord for headphones - SONY XM5s This is probably going to be the backpack I take to Europe and here’s why: It can open two different ways: suitcase style or top loading (I had not seen this on a backpack before). I can use it as a hiking pack if needed due to the fact it opens both ways. It is VERY comfortable. The organization is excellent. It has attachments and options for extra storage on the front and sides of the bag (perfect spot for my yoga mat). Ok now time to maybe drive the rest of the way to Florida?? I’m actually still stuck on this plane as I’m posting this lol #packwithme #onebag #solofemaletraveler

oop I forgot to upload this one before I left!! #vanlifecat

A few more things I do + tips 👇🏼✨ AD • I don’t put all of my passport photo copies and debit/credit cards in the same place. They get spread out between my backpack, wallet, or other bags. • I do a quick search to see if there are any specific cultural norms or ways to dress I should be aware of. For example, in specific areas of Indonesia you ended to have your shoulders covered so I bought a short sleeve t shirt before I arrived. • If the main language is not english, I write down the basic words in the other language “hello”, “thank you”, “excuse me”, etc. @Airalo tips + how I use it 👇🏼👇🏼👇🏼 You can download the app with the 🔗 in my bio & use code KAYLI3 for $3 off your first eSIM with Airalo :) • I use Airalo for data throughout different countries, so for using WhatsApp, social media, and various other phone apps. • I prefer to use an eSIM over a physical sim due to the convenience and for the fact that I don’t have to take my original sim card out. (I almost lost it once and would not want to deal with that) • For my upcoming trip to Portugal I already know I’ll have data when I land! It just makes my life a bit easier in not having to search for sim cards once I get to the new country. • I go to the Airalo app, pick the country/region that I’m headed to (I’ve done regional eSIMs for places like Europe or SE Asia). I typically do 10GB per week(ish), depends on how much work I know I’ll be having to do or how easily accessible wifi is. • I activate the eSIM, but don’t “turn on the line” until I land in the new country. This way I can use my regular data in the states until I fly over to my destination. #airalo #eSIM #traveltips #solofemaletravel #solotravel

do I have a favorite?? + more thoughts 👇🏼💫 🎒 @Matador Globerider 35L 🎒 @REI Ruckpack 40L 🎒 @Cotopaxi Allpa Adventure 50L Full disclosure - I bought the REI one with my own money last year and used that 8 months abroad and LOVED it (still love it). It is a great bag at a more affordable price point compared to the other two bags. The Matador and Cotopaxi bags were sent to me as gifts with no obligation of posting. I love the design of the Matador one so much that I plan to take that one to Europe with me. I had many requests to review the Cotopaxi one, and I used their original Allpa 35L for 3+ years as my only backpack (until chungi decided to use it as a litterbox one day). Their bags are constructed very well and while I haven’t taken the Adventure 50L on a trip yet, I have packed it and wore it around and felt confident enough in the bag to show it. Aso - if you already have a backpack that works, use it!! this is just a guide if you’re in the market for one or are looking to make the switch from suitcases to a backpack!! Okay now for more thoughts... ✨PRICE✨ Yes, these bags are expensive and that’s because they are built to last YEARS (or a lifetime). Having a backpack break, rip, or have a zipper stop working while you’re away for months is not ideal which is why I do believe investing in a higher quality bag is worth it. When you see the bags in person you can tell they are made with durable materials. ✨WATERPROOF✨ The REI Ruckpack comes with a rain shell. The Matador Globerider has waterproof zippers and is made with other waterproof materials but they state the bag as a whole is only water resistant. I have not seen anything about the waterproofness of the Cotopaxi (I would just buy a seperate rain shell) ✨STOWING STRAPS✨ The Matador & Cotopaxi bags can have the shoulder and hip straps tucked away. The REI bag has the zipper cover to stowe them. ✨THEFT PROOF??✨ REI - has lockable zippers Matador - has theft proof zippers all around Cotopaxi - only the laptop compartment is theft proof ✨SIZES✨ REI Ruckpack - 18L, 30L, or 40L Matador Globerider - 35L or 45L Cotopaxi Adventure - 50L #solofemaletravel #travelbackpack

everything you need to know 👇🏼⛰️🥾🌸 PS you DON’T have to do this exact route + distance every day!! ✨What’s the Tour du Mont Blanc??✨ A 102 mile (164 km) loop that circumnavigates Western Europe’s highest mountain, Mont Blanc. Popular start locations are: Chamonix, Les Contamines, Courmayeur, or Champex-Lac. Traditionally it is done in 11 stages, walking counterclockwise. We completed it in 7 stages, going clockwise due to limited availability at the time of booking. Only have a few days?? You don’t have to do the entire route! It can be a DIY your own adventure, doing only a few nights depending on your desired schedule and distance of hiking! If you want to go alone, I would go counterclockwise as you’ll meet WAY more people going that route and can make a group of friends! ✨How to book✨ @The Adventure Addicts booked everything so everyone say THANK YOU ZOE!!!! She’s also posting more videos on the TMB so check her page!! Everything can be booked online through the website www.montourdumontblanc.com . The website allows you to book by refuge, by availability, or it will help you construct your own trip. The Website will show you how many huts are available per area, how many hours of walking between huts, and what your next “stage” should be. ✨What I paid✨ I’ll have a daily/section breakdown in my next video, but I spent a total of $1150 USD on the entire 8 day trek. This includes lodging, food, transportation, and baggage fees. ✨What I packed✨ hiking outfit (sun hoodie, sports bra, shorts, sock, hat, trail runners, sunnies) hut outfit (tank, shorts, fleece, tevas) undies (4) puffy jacket xtra socks pants t-shirt PJS rain jacket swimsuit toiletries (toothbrush/paste, shampoo bar, soap bar, moisturizer, deodorant, sunscreen, brow gel) earplugs eyemask magnesium mouth tape laundry tabs pillowcase sleep sack rain cover microspikes water bag kindle + charger TP kula cloth camera + batteries + mic film camera + roll CASH - euro portable charger outlet converter + all cords earphones Putting lots more info in my next video as well!! <3 #tourdumontblanc #travelfrance #backpackingeurope

other tricks and and tips 👇🏼 if you don’t want a rough cut hem, you can cut the shorts a bit longer than you want, roll them twice and then iron the new hem! if you want a distressed look, they’ll start to look better and better over time and as you wash and wear them more! Personally, I only like the fit of the shorts if the jeans are baggy around the legs to begin with!! Otherwise I don’t get the result I like. I found the adjustable buttons on Amazon, they’re linked in my IG story highlight “LINKS”! #DIY #thriftedclothes #thriftfinds

was also fresh into a divorce at the start #solofemaletravel #solotravel

ENTIRE LIST BELOW 👇🏼 Ok I ended up making a last minute decision to put my helmet, sling bag + snacks in my packable daypack so I’m using that as a 2nd backpack… had to break the “one bag” rule due to the amount of gear needed on this trip 1st trip without my comfy romper and I already miss it (I just didn’t have room) @matadorequipment Globerider 35L ✨CLOTHES✨ 2 @beyondyoga tanks 1 sports bra Black waffle knit long sleeve @freepeople one Solona shorts @freepeople Quin pants Yoga shorts Hike shorts PJs @oddli 2 Merino wool socks @rei Sun hoodie @leftonfriday Swimsuit @Teva Midterm Sandals Plane outfit: senik Cargo hiking pants @thenorthface Hiking t-shirt Micro grid fleece @Altra trail runners @sony XM5 headphones ✨ELECTRONICS✨ Charging cords Outlet adapter Mac @sonyalpha 6700 Film camera 6 rolls film 2 Portable charger Hard-drives Memory card reader Corded headphones Kindle ✨TOILETRIES✨ Empty spray bottle Wave spray Clips/small hairties/bobby pins Backup earrings Dove soap @theearthlingco shampoo & conditioner bars @matadorequipment soap bar bags Brush Razors @madhippie antioxidant oil & Super A serum Brow dye Makeup (brows, mascara, blush, bronzer) Retainer Mouth tape @loopearplugs Reusable cotton rounds Floss Toothbrush, toothpaste @the_rootist dry shampoo @matadorequipment small & large towel Kula cloth @ethiqueworld stain remover bar 4 @blueland laundry detergent tablets @madhippie face & body sunscreen ✨MISC✨ Backup glasses Sunglasses @lifestraw water bottle Lock Neck pillow Planner, pens, pencils Passport docs Bandanas Hat @mikkoayoga travel mat AirTags 
small tripod @matadorequipment packable backpack @thenorthface Terra Lumbar 3L sling Emergency kit (meds, sea bands, etc) ✨ITEMS FOR TMB✨ Trekking poles @the_adventureaddicts are bringing for me!! <3 (not allowed in my carryon) Micro spikes Sleeping bag liner Silk pillowcase Will be using my Matador Globrider 35 as my hiking pack Dry bag Backpack rain cover @saltstick NERDS GUMMY CLUSTERS @rxbar Water bag ✨CLIMBING✨ Shoes, harness, ATC, grigri, helmet, PA, chalk #solofemaletraveler #backpackeurope #packwithme

#ad #sponsored I try to combine packing light with also bringing the items that make my life a lot easier. After traveling for the last 4 years, these are the ones that make the difference! Cortizone 10 can be used for bug bites, poison oak, poison ivy, eczema, rashes and more. I love the immediate relief it gives and I can have You can find Cortizone 10 at your local drugstore or retailer! #StopTheItchSanity #Itchsanity #Cortizone10 @Cortizone-10

Everywhere I went and how much it cost me 👇🏼✨🌸 Just like all of my other international trips, I’m keeping tabs of every single penny I spend to give you an idea of how much this costs me! I know I hype up solo travel a lot but I truly love spending time with myself especially with days like this. So for this video… (prices in Euro) I stayed at the Passenger Hostel Hostel and it cost me €50 / night (Breakfast was included) For restaurants… Nola Kitchen (€8 berries & peanut smoothie was delicious!!) Floresta Cafe by Hungry Biker (€12 I got the hummus with GF bread) Com Cuore - GF pastel de nata!! Say Cheesecake! & Co (€9.5 it was not dedicated gf I just don’t eat the crust) Honest Greens (€8.95 I got the spicy feta bowl) Honu Poke Bowl (€12.8 went there the night before) Shops… Mercado 48 (The ceramic pieces I had from my story) I saw all the DMs about you guys just telling me to ship the items after the day had ended but I honestly might end my trip there just to get some… Ememta Store (€15 I got a small organizing bag) Humana thrifting Mon Père Vintage Activites… Porto Sao Bento Train station (my hostel was located here, the tiles are BEAUTIFUL) Torre dos Clergos (€10 walk up the tower to see a fantastic view of the city) Mercado do Bolhao (€11 on food SO MANY GOODIES) Cozy Yoga & Community studio (€14 drop in class, perfect thing after a looong travel day!!) Ok so the entire day… €151.2 yikes aaaand from here on out I will be not spending that much per day lol My time in Porto was very short. I oringally thought I would have more time the first day but the travel ate more time than planned. After exploring the city for a full day I already felt myself itching for some outdoor activity so I booked my bus to Peniche for the following day! I’ll be spending 5 nights near the area and I’m SO EXCITED TO SURFFFF!!!!! #solofemaletraveler #solotravel #travelportugal #portoportugal

regrets? tips? more thoughts 👇🏼🌸 I made a full YT video talking more about the entire process, what I would do differently, and how my style has changed over the years! 🔗 is in the bio :) specific pieces and which artists completed them (IG handles)👇🏼 hands/right arm/inner thigh skull/side knee bird lady: @blacklambx located in South Lake Tahoe, CA multiple patchwork pieces on left arm: @natta_tattoo located in Avondale, AZ split head girl on thigh: @bubble_caat located outside of Tokyo, Japan butterfly/skull face with scissors on leg: @katja.inkk located in Buenos Aires Argentina or on tour in Spain lady faces on calf/snake/leg butterfly/monstera leaf/owl: @amandaboiktattoos located in Denver, CO heart panther on shin/leaves around knee: @dylantattooofficial located in Puerto Princessa, Philippines octopus on shoulder/cherry girls on left arm: @ozelnido located in El Nido, Philippines three dots: Apo Wang Od located in Buscalan, Philippines hand holding card on leg: @sinahainzl located in Hamburg, Germany full tiger & words on leg: @firstorder.tattoo located in Hanoi, Vietnam mouth biting world: art by @liveforlines tattooed by pacificinksd in San Diego, CA #tattootour #tattoos

I’ve been losing more hair than normal recently, which is originally what sent me to chop it off a few months ago. I did love my long hair, but it wasn’t the thickness it used to be and it just didn’t feel like me anymore. When I was in Indonesia last summer I started noticing it thinning out a ton and I was losing so much more than normal. Once I got back to the states I used a hair serum which helped baby hairs start to grow back (!!) but it’ll be a long time before those catch up 😅 Then a month or so ago I had a period of time where I lost clumps again. SOOO short hair for the forseeable future!! Now that I started chopping it I keep having the urge to go shorter and shorter each appointment hehe Thank you @gigidomyhair for this cut (she’s located in Denver!) (and thank you to @Kade + Brooke Bandit for posting bc that’s how I found her!!) and @delaneylynnbeauty (IG) did the big chop for me back in April (she’s located in Sacramento!!) aaaand @Raychel • Travel & Life Abroad for the dm to get me thinking about the bob, I think I’ll go for the full cowgirl bob next time bc why not!! #hairtransformatıon #hairchange #lifeontheroad

#ad I love spending nights alone in nature but I do NOT like dealing with itchy mosquito bites or rashes from poison ivy or poison oak. I pack @Cortizone-10 New Cooling Spray to make sure I stay comfortable in the backcountry! #StopTheItchSanity #Itchsanitv #Cortizone10

places/recommendations from this video 👇🏼🦋 hostel: @33hostel surf lessons: @mocean_surf_peniche yoga: @vayayogastudio dinner: @cartel71_taqueria Cost in video is all in USD! Total in Euro would be about €112 The hostel I’m staying at is in Ferrel, which is an area just outside of the main town. There are restaurants, cafes, and shops all within walking distance. My run took me along the path that goes into the main town area of Peniche. This same path is easily bikeable and there’s so many options to wander around! I have many more recommendations from this area that I’ll add to my next carousel post!! That post will be the big list of Portugal recs so far. I originally thought about doing a surf camp while I am here, but I was booking super last minute and decided I wanted to have extra time to see more of the area. The surf lessons were great and well worth the time!! Makes me super excited to head back to Indonesia in the next few months to surf everyday :) Thank you to everyone who recommended Peniche!! It stole my heart and now will be a staple recommendation for me 💓💓 #solofemaletraveler #peniche #travelportugal #backpackingeurope

traveled from Portugal to Switzerland to France in a day! flight Lisbon > Geneva train Geneva airport > main town bus Geneva > Chamonix Ate at the best little cafe right by the train station in Geneva and they had GF bread!!! It was called Oh Martine! I don’t even have the words to describe Chamonix!! I’ve been in so many mountain towns but this one is in the top 2 easily (Chalten, Argentina being the other top one). Time to start the TMB!! 7 days hiking through the French, Italian and Swiss Alps 🤩 hi @The Adventure Addicts !!! #solofemaletraveler #solotravel #backpackeurope

back to go eat my plate of cheese and go to bed by 10pm📍 Alpenrose Hostel in Chamonix, France 🌿✨ #solotravel #chamonix #solofemaletraveler

my itinerary below 👇🏼✨🌿 I originally thought I would have a few days to spend in Lisbon, but I was having too much fun in Peniche and didn’t want to leave!! At about 630pm I got to my hotel room, exhausted. I didn’t sleep well the night before, otherwise I would’ve had a little more energy for a few more stops and dinner out. My original plan was to book a hostel in Lisbon, but after seeing videos of the airport chaos I decided to splurge on a hotel near the airport so I could get there earlier. Also I know I literally just got my hair cut 3 weeks ago and I am still obsessed with that cut. I think my hair just grows fast because it already was feeling too long and I was like well, why not try a bob again! (Haircuts are more affordable here than in the states anyways). This cut does make me want to go back to brown though, like a deep dark brown. My hair was permanently died black for over a year so that will be a process… Luggage storage - Left Luggage Lockers Train view - Bica - Lg. Calhariz Breakfast - Honest Beans Market - Time out Market Haircut - WIP Airport Oldest bookstore - Livraria Bertrand Chiado Lunch (vegan restaurant) - A Green Affair Espresso/Famous cafe - A Brasileria Gluten free Pastel de Nata - Bali do Cais Clothing store - 351 NA wine shop - The Other Bottle Cute park - Parque Infantil da Praca dąs Flores Vintage/Thrift shops - Mess Vintg, aq2 vintage store, Pink vintage heart, arquivos vintage, all from @thelonesol #solofemaletraveler #travelportugal