I have been a silent reader of all your trips! I really enjoy your journeys.
Would you be willing to share your packing method? How many suitcases do you take? Do you tend to overpack or underpack? Did you find you needed everything you brought ?
Just curious?
I worked Front Desk at a hotel for many years. Cash was always king but edible items were fun and thoughtful. Any homemade food item was trashed immediately. If I was gifted an item like a scarf/clothing, I would immediately bring to a Consignment shop to cash it in.