"I had five-star stays at the Ritz in Hong Kong as part of my two-week, carry-on-only journey through Southeast Asia, a luxury stop that contrasted with jungle huts in rural Thailand and highlighted how my packing choices—linen outfits, quick-dry pieces, and lightweight clothes—kept me comfortable across both high-end hotels and rustic accommodations." - Claire Gallam Claire Gallam Claire is a passionate travel writer with over 16 years of storytelling experience. When she's not traveling, she's scouring the web (and stores) for the best products to make long flights, road trips, cruises, and more just a little bit easier. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines