Don't go for must-see, go for must enjoy "Never forget that it's your vacation and there's no wrong way to do it.

Security and Keeping Details SafeScan your passport, passport photos and paper tickets. Store this in your web based email account.

Split up your valuablesSplit up your bank cards, cash, travellers' cheques and credit cards as much as possible in different

Ten Essentials for Travelling Well

Small BottlesUse small bottles to pack toiletries and other small items. There are several sturdy and (very nearly)

Question those charges"Question charges like resort fees or valet parking at hotels. Often they will be

Click your baggage"Before you start your trip, take a photo of your luggage. Put yourself into the picture, standing next

BackpackWhen you are packing things into a backpack, place the lighter items at the bottom and the heavier

Plastic BagsIt is always handy to have a few plastic bags around certain items, especially toiletries. Not only does

Secure your Documents"You should always carry a copy of your passport when you travel, but more important is keeping

Plastic or Zip-Lock Bags"Always pack zip-lock bags. They are ideal for packing things tighter, separating wet from dry and

ClothesPack only what you know you will use and if you are travelling for more than three weeks

Split up clothes when travelling with othersWhen you are flying somewhere, especially if you have a few stopovers, divide the clothes between

Separate Beach BagWhen packing for the beach consider pre-packing whatever you might need at the beach into

Pack in PlasticPack everything in clear plastic bags (preferably zip lock), divided into items e.g. undergarments

Pack for exigencies"Take an extra, minimalist outfit in your carry-on. Luggage, inevitably, will get lost at some point!"

Clubbing and pubbing solo"There are many things you can do to make going to a club by yourself a great time.

Suitcase loversFor those using suitcases without a divider, a piece of cardboard makes an excellent divider and

GiftsWhile it is a good idea to take some small gifts with you while travelling

Flashlights or TorchesWhen packing a flashlight or torch (or any other item with batteries for that matter)

Book directly"Book your accommodations directly on the hotel's own Web site. Join the hotel's mailing list and

Secure the liquids"Place a plastic bag under the screw caps of soaps and shampoos and tie the bag around the bottle.

Diaper BagIf you are travelling with babies, then the diaper bag is an excellent place to hide your valuables.

ShoesIf you want to make sure everything else in your bags stays clean and odour free,

Carry-OnKeep any medication and important papers in your carry-on bag. On long flights with multiple

Time your flight booking"Book your flight on a Monday, Tuesday or Wednesday. Most of the airlines roll out their online

Go cashless"Do away with bringing loads of money on European trips and simply pack your debit card.

Roll TechniqueSomehow, it seems that bags will hold more if the clothes are rolled rather than folded.

Travelling to warm destinationsIf you appreciate cold drinks think of using a six-pack cooler as a toiletry bag.

Local Tourism OfficesThe best source of information is usually local. Check out Tourism Offices to find unbiased feedback

Charge on"To prevent leaving your phone charger in your hotel room when you check out

Work those shoes"Be ruthless with your shoes. It's no secret that shoes are a major space hog, and with outdoor and

Low-cost may be more expensive"Low-cost airlines aren't always the cheapest. The ticket price may appear to be a bargain,

Minimize on toiletriesTake only half a tube of toothpaste rolled up tight, store shampoo in small containers,

Planning to carry a lot of luggage?While carrying a lot of luggage is not recommendable, sometimes it is necessary in the case of

Get lost"If you have street smarts, don't be afraid to get lost in a foreign land

Always have a plan-B"Remain FLEXIBLE and have BACK-UP PLANS. Expect things to go wrong --