Last Updated: September 29, 2022, 08:30 IST

The correct rolling technique can also guarantee fewer creases in your clothing. (Image: Shutterstock)

The holiday season is here and you will be travelling a lot, so the best is to roll these tips up your sleeves.

Packing is the crucial step for starting your trip. You’ll be disappointed and compelled to look for shops on your trip if you neglect to bring something essential. However, overpacking puts you in danger of wasting money on pricey airline baggage fees, being unorganized, and carrying too many bags. Your excitement for your trip may also be slightly diminished by the stress of having to determine what to pack and what to avoid. Here are a few smart packing tips that every traveller should follow:

Roll, don’t fold
Clothes that are folded take up more room than those that are rolled. This is because it makes the best use of the available space by forcing air out of folds. The correct rolling technique can also guarantee fewer creases in your clothing.

Prepare a packing list
Make a list of all the necessities you’ll require for your vacation. The list is a certain way to ensure that you never ever forget to bring something important.

Know the airline’s luggage regulations
It is crucial to be informed of the varied baggage policies that airlines may have because failing to do so could result in you having to pay expensive baggage fees. The dos and don’ts at the airport must be understood.

Separate the travel documents
Ensure that none of your trip documents is tucked away too deeply in your suitcase. Keep the paperwork file in your hand luggage at all times. To be on the safe side, create a soft copy folder with all the papers and save them there.

Pack dual-purpose garments
Products having several functions, such as slacks that can be worn as shorts or a jacket that serves as a travel pillow, are worth their weight in baggage costs for airlines.

Carry mini first-aid
Bring along some basic medications, such as a bandage, nausea and motion sickness pills, etc. If you are on a prescription, keep the medications close for quick access.

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