What I pack: Susan Williamson

Susan Williamson. Photo / Supplied

Do you travel light or heavy?

I try to travel light.

Cattle or first class?

Cathay Pacific Business Class is preferred.

I can't travel without...

A sarong!

What type of suitcase do you carry?

One medium-sized ridged suitcase, one hanging bag and a cabin bag.

What's always in your hand luggage?

A change of underwear and a top, deodorant, cleanser, moisturiser, makeup, shawl and a good book.

Are you a planner or last minute packer?

If time prevails I have a dress rehearsal with my sister who also mends and takes a hem up if necessary.

Favourite or most exciting airport to land in?

Hong Kong, for a relaxing massage between flights.

Most memorable trip?

Meeting Italian and Croatian friends, introducing them to our clients and dining on delicious local cuisine - sweet melon with wafer thin prosciutto; pasta with wild asparagus; grilled succulent lobster fresh from the sea, served with crisp malvasia wine; local cheeses served with honey; espresso and a little digestive of wild herb grappa made by mamma - not forgetting listening to choir practice in the acoustically perfect local church!

What do you do while on the plane?

Long days in the office preparing for a trip is always tiring so I look forward to my long flight by totally relaxing with a glass of wine or two and dining on someone else's good cooking and watching a movie.

Susan Williamson is a director of Etruscan Pleasures, who design unique itineraries for small groups to Italy, Croatia, Portugal and France (see visit travelitalyinstyle.com.)