I travel a good bit, so I've started to reach a point where not too many travel "hacks" surprise me. However, this week a friend of mine made a suggestion I was surprised I hadn't thought of before: splitting your checked items across two suitcases with a friend.

The heart of the family road trip is the never-ending potential for spontaneous adventures. Along your drive, you might spot a cool adventure playground or a lake with a rope swing or an Instagram-famous spot. When you stop, you'll need the right clothing and gear.

As that failed group project in Mr. Palazzo's 10th grade history class taught me, sometimes we do not work best in teams. In addition to class projects, that goes for getting ready to take a family trip, as well.

When some people go on holiday they bring back magnets or postcards. I bring back booze. For a long time I was just bringing back beer to give as gifts or share with friends, but that eventually evolved to spirits as well. When I went to Scotland earlier this year my home whisky collection ended up getting a huge upgrade.

No one enjoys packing clothes for a move. And for formal dresses, shirts and other articles that need to stay on the hanger, the process is even more annoying. Luckily, If you have some garbage bags handy -- particularly ones with the discrete straps -- you can pack and protect your fancier clothes in quick fashion.

Most of us tend to overpack when we travel. You might as well toss in those extra shirts, chargers and camera gadgets because you never know what you might need, right? Of course, you then end up not using half the stuff you bring. If this sounds familiar, consider a "luggage audit" next time you travel.

A bottle of wine is a common gift, but if you have a little travel between the bottle you want to give and the person you're giving it to, you want to make sure it survives the journey. Grab a pair of socks -- here's the easiest way to do that.

Travelling light is the way to go if you want to skip baggage fees. Plus, it's just easier to get around when you're carrying less junk. With that in mind, what are some travel items you always bring but never need?

Packing travel bags and luggage well is a skill. If you want to be good at it, you have to practise, just like anything else.

Dear Lifehacker, I'm moving soon, and I want to make sure my beloved computer makes the trip safely. I could trust the movers with it, but is that wise? What's the best way to move a computer and all my gear?

Rolling clothes is one of the best ways to pack for a holiday, and if you have kids, it is also a great way to pack entire outfits so getting ready each day goes more quickly. Here's what we mean.

If you're the type of traveller who always comes back with a suitcase full of souvenirs, you might underestimate your luggage space when you pack. This makes it difficult to fit all your stuff into one bag on your return trip. One travel expert offers a simple solution: Bubble wrap.

It's easy to overpack for a trip when you don't have some guidelines in place, especially when it comes to clothing. This simple rule of thumb should keep your carry-on from getting stuffed with every pair of pants you own.

If you're anything like me, you spend a lot of time packing for a trip. You painstakingly plan out everything to bring, make a full list, then Tetris everything into your luggage. A better solution? Keep a permanent travel drawer.

Dresses with delicate embellishments like sequins, beading or lace need extra care when being transported, but carrying a garment bag in addition to your luggage is a pain. Use tissue paper to protect your dress so you can pack it in your suitcase.

Necklaces tangle easily, especially during travel, and untangling them is frustrating. Pack them in cling wrap to keep each necklace separate and ready-to-wear once you arrive at your destination.

When it comes to flying, nobody wants to pay excess baggage fees. Unfortunately, fitting everything into one or two suitcases can be difficult; especially if you're going to be abroad for more than a week. With that in mind, here are eight space-saving hacks that will help you cram more into your allotted baggage allowances without breaking stuff in the process.

Moving can be fun, but packing sucks. The lustre and optimism of a new home quickly diminishes when you're busy shoving your stuff in boxes so it doesn't break on the way. Here are some tips to make it all easier.

Even if you fly regularly, it can still be nerve-wracking. You can calm yourself a little each time you fly by packing a kit filled with things that increase your comfort and cheer you up.