Five great hacks to master hand luggage packing and save serious cash on plane tickets
However, this can be tricky when you have to fit a lot of stuff into a small case.
But there are a few tricks to master packing to avoid additional baggage fees.
Here's what you need to know…
LIST FIRST: Make a list of what you need. Keep it on your phone and quickly adapt it for each trip, says holiday expert Chelsea Dickenson.
If you need a quick reminder of which toiletries to pack, she has created shoppable lists at boots.com, as well as bundles for specific trips like hikes or festivals.
DRESS TO COMPRESS: Packing cubes help flatten down your clothes. You can get an organiser bag with compression features for £5 from Flying Tiger.
'Not got a compression cube or just trying to squeeze in a few extra garments? Roll, don't fold. It saves so much space and means fewer wrinkles,' advises Chelsea.
And look to fill all the gaps in your suitcase. Chelsea says: 'Socks go in shoes, belts line the edges, jewellery tucked into sunglass cases.'
DECANT: Rather than buying expensive miniature toiletries to take on holiday, decant your favourite lotions and liquids into reusable travel containers.
Also, make further savings by packing any beauty samples you receive as they are perfect for travels.
PILLOW TALK: If you're seriously short on space, Chelsea says you could try taking the stuffing out of your travel pillow and fill it with socks, pants and even pyjamas.
Fashion stylist reveals top packing tips for your next holiday - and fits everything in hand luggage-
She adds: 'No one at the airport will know, and you've just bought yourself extra space in your case while still getting a comfy pillow.'
CAP IT OFF: You should always pop shoes in bags, so dirty soles don't mark clean clothes.
Or Chelsea suggests making the most of shower caps from hotels and popping them over your footwear.
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