The travel expert added: “Travel with minimum luggage. Also ignore those constant invitations to pay for a seat in advance, there’s one for you onboard, you just don’t know which it is yet.”

Although many airlines have cut their cabin baggage allowance, Britons might still be able to fit everything in a small bag.

If it’s a short weekend break, avoiding booking hold luggage could save Britons money for a meal out on holiday.

For a longer holiday, package holiday companies sometimes include a hold luggage allowance in the overall price.