Whether you’re a serial overpacker or the kind of traveller who forgets their passport until the taxi arrives, getting holiday packing right can feel like an art form.
Personally, I can’t count the number of times I’ve got into trouble at an airport gate for having bulging or overweight bags. As a frequent traveller, I should be better – but it’s a skill some of us just don’t have.
To help you travel smarter this summer, our team has rounded up their tried-and-tested packing hacks alongside expert advice from seasoned travel pros, from the space-saving essentials worth buying to the surprisingly common mistakes that can derail a trip before it’s even begun.
Use shoe space wisely
Michael Starling, managing editor at Euronews Travel, is a great advocate for making the most of what he calls shoe space.
