Holidays are exciting, but before you get to your destination, you have the not-so-fun job of packing your suitcase.

However, a new trend is gaining momentum: packing your suitcase upright ... the pressure of being stood upright without toppling over. Start with the heaviest items: Place heavier items like ...

A carry-on should offer you enough packing space for trips lasting less than a week, but you might want to invest in a checked bag for trips over a week. Also, opt for a checked suitcase if you ...

A cabin bag from high-end luggage brand Antler usually costs over £150, but one budget airline-compliant suitcase is currently available with a £47 discount as part of a limited-time offer.

Strangers avoided eye contact when they spotted me: a helpless over-packer ... trip to Japan, my suitcase was filled with dark clothes, which gave me the confidence to pack my polka-dot coat.