I'm lucky enough to have travelled all over the world as part of my job, reviewing hotels, exploring natural wonders and writing about the best holiday destinations . I think I've got packing light – and neatly – down to an art form – and it's down to a few key purchases that I'll never travel without now. Handy products such as packing cubes , travel hangers and well-designed toiletries bags will make all the difference in maximising suitcase space – something that may also help to save you money by allowing you to travel with hand luggage only, swerving expensive baggage costs.
Here are the three affordable travel buys that I swear by, all available on Amazon...
READ MORE: Sold-out Ryanair-approved rucksack that lets you 'breeze through luggage checks' is back in stock Hanging toiletries bag BAGSMART Hanging Toiletry Bag, £19.99 from Amazon (usual price £26.99) I bought this after seeing celebrity hairstylist Jen Atkin post about how good it was for travelling, and she's not wrong; it's the best design I've ever found .
The hook is super handy for hanging on the back of a hotel bathroom door, and the four sections fit all the skincare, hair and body products I need for a short trip away, including things like full-size cans of deodorant. The elasticated straps stop bottles from rolling around, and even when it's jam-packed it fits neatly into any suitcase space. It comes in a number of colours and also in a larger size, which I'm considering buying for longer trip.