John Morrison

New Zealand packing is layers for all 4 seasons in one day — waterproof outerwear year-round, sturdy hiking boots, and adventure-ready basics.

Singapore packing is light + breathable for equatorial humidity + light jacket for aggressive aircon + one nice outfit for upscale Marina Bay dinners or rooftop bars.

Hong Kong packing depends on season + planned activities — light + breathable for hot/humid summer, layered for cool autumn, and one nice outfit for upscale dim sum.

Maldives packing is light + tropical + minimalist — swimsuits, reef shoes, strong sunscreen, and one nice outfit for resort dinners. Most resorts provide everything else.

Norway packing is layers for any season + waterproof everything + sturdy footwear. Northern Lights chasing needs serious cold-weather gear; summer fjords need thermal mid-layers.

Switzerland packing varies wildly by season + altitude — alpine layers year-round, sturdy hiking boots, and waterproof gear. Cities require smart-casual.

Germany packing depends heavily on city + season — Berlin’s casual edge vs. Bavarian tradition vs. Christmas markets cold. Practical layers + waterproof outerwear are universal.

UK packing is layering 101 — weather changes hourly. Pack a waterproof jacket year-round, comfortable walking shoes, and one smart-casual outfit for pubs + theatres.

Greece packing prioritizes lightweight + sun protection + reef shoes for island beaches. Modest options needed for monasteries + churches; comfortable walking shoes for ancient sites.

Spain packing varies wildly by region — beach essentials for Andalusia, layers for Madrid year-round, and dressy options for tapas-bar evenings everywhere.