PACKING for a holiday is never an easy thing to do, especially if you have to fit all your luggage into a carry on suitcase.

There are some items that people squeeze into their carry on cases that end up taking up too much space.

2

It can be difficult to fit everything into a carry on suitcaseCredit: Getty

Travel experts from Go Dan River have made a list of six items you should never try to take with you in your carry on luggage.

High heels

Those of you trying to cram your heels into your cases are advised not to.

Not only are heels heavy, they can also be an awkward shape.

It is recommended that you try to avoid packing them unless they’re essential for your trip.

Heavy raincoat

If you’re travelling in the winter, or going somewhere cold and wet, then a big coat might seem like an important addition to the suitcase.

However, they are big and bulky, so a lightweight raincoat, a poncho or an umbrella are all listed as items to pack instead, as they will take up less space.

Anyone who needs a heavy duty raincoat is recommended to wear it when travelling, so it doesn’t have to go in the suitcase.

Neck pillow

Some travellers insist on bringing a neck pillow for their comfort.

However, they can be pretty cumbersome and for short trips they’re not really essential.

Unless you have a very long trip, the advice is to leave the pillow at home.

Incorrect adaptors

Surprisingly, people will often take more than one adaptor with them when going on holiday, just to make sure they have the right one.

It is worth doing some research prior to a holiday and only bringing the right adaptor, or if in doubt, getting a universal adaptor.

Dry clean only clothes

Packing versatile clothing is useful when you only have a small luggage allowance.

Therefore bringing clothes that need to be dry cleaned can be a problem.

One stain and those clothes can’t be worn for the rest of the trip and will just end up taking up valuable bag space.

Too many skincare products

It can be tempting to pack all of your skincare products to help you look your best on holiday.

However, these can also take up loads of vital luggage room.

The advice is to only pack essential skincare products, which are a cleanser, a moisturiser and an SPF.

This frequent traveller revealed a free packing hack to get more space in your suitcase.

These mums revealed the best packing tips when travelling with kids.

2

Neck pillows, adaptors and skincare products call all take up too much spaceCredit: Getty