The shortest isn’t always the fastest when it comes to a queue. If the line through security is populated by people in suits, it’s more likely to be a fast-moving option, as opposed to one brimming with families that generally have more bags and accessories to juggle. If you can choose which line to opt for, have a look at your fellow travellers first. 

There's another line hack frequent travellers tap into at busy times. Because right-handed people dominate, it’s statistically more likely for people to turn right when picking a queue. Head left if you want to sneakily avoid additional waiting times.

Yes, it’s tempting to pop your headphones on and begin your relaxation but important announcements regarding flight delays and gate changes are frequently made over the loudspeaker – noise-cancelling varieties could risk you missing these updates. Avoid last-minute boarding stress by keeping your headphones down – or off – in the final moments of transit.

You know what's a drain on time? Cleaning up products that have burst or turned to dust on transit. Make-up compacts may be convenient in size and function but generally incompatible with travel. Pop cotton wool between the caked product and the lid to avoid any cracks ruining your fragile favourites and always add a layer of cling wrap over the mouth of your liquids, replacing the cap over the top. 

After two-weeks in Bali reconnecting at a wellness retreat, the last thing you’ll be thinking about is where you parked your car. Avoid stressfully searching for your vehicle by taking a snap of your parking spot before you head off on holidays or, by using the "parked car" function in your iPhone. You'll find it in Maps, if you select "Parked Car", if you regularly connect your phone to your car's Bluetooth.

A soft, flexible duffle bag might not protect your belongings like a hard-case wheelie suitcase but it makes for a more flexible piece once you find your seat. Additionally, full flights occasionally request carry-ons to be checked and hard suitcases are the first on the list. The ideal hybrid? A duffle bag with secret wheels captures the best of both worlds.

Frequent travellers know that packing hacks are the ultimate time and stress savers. Whether you're a packing cubes devotee or someone who likes to keep the 'must-pack' list short, find your best packing style and run with it. Nothing eases the burden of living out of a suitcase than knowing exactly where everything is (and that everything you've packed has a true purpose).

You could devour several seasons of your favourite show or you could use your time in the air to really reconnect. Thanks to Qantas’s in-flight meditation, relaxing inflight has never been easier and the 12, 10-minute long guided sessions will leave you relaxed, mindful and ready to enjoy your holiday.

Don’t treat your carry-on as a dumping ground for items that couldn’t fit in your suitcase – it should only contain the most practical items for your time in transit and little more: passports, a pen for immigration forms, a phone charger and a spare set of clothes in case of spills, for example.

You could take your favourite products on holidays or, you could give yourself the gift of travel-sized toiletries. Most brands, from make-up (MAC, Too Faced) to luxury beauty (La Mer, Verso), now stock smaller versions of your trusted products that are convenient and travel-sized for space-conscious packers.

Another beauty trick for gliding through security without a hitch lies in the type of carry-on toiletries you stash. A few staples – shampoos, for example, which typically come in liquid form – now exist in solid, stick or bar form. Consider swapping your favourites for this more security-friendly version instead.

Avoid a delay during security checks by wearing shoes without laces or tricky buckles in case you need to slip them off. A comfy slide or loafer, for example, will keep you (and the line) moving.

Collect the most important and indispensible items into one smaller bag within your carry-on to cut down on time spent rifling for them once you’re getting ready to take your seat. A packable cube or simple pencil case filled with the indispensables (passport, phones, head phones, reading material) that you can pop in the seat back will save you getting your larger carry-on down from the overhead locker.

Dirty laundry is a reality of travel. If you can’t stand the idea of keeping your dirty clothes with your fresh ones, bring a bar of scented soap or a car perfume along to keep with the pieces that need a wash to quell any unwanted odours seeping into your clean outfits.

Instead of guessing at the adaptor type you need, secure one that covers a staggering 150 countries – it’s unlikely you’ll be caught out with a nifty universal travel adaptor. 

Forgot your adaptor? If you’ve got a charging cable, you can still steal some juice – try the USB port on the back of any hotel or homestay TV.

Bypass the bin full of half-sipped water bottles and take your own collapsible bottle instead – not only will you avoid the embarrassing moment where you insist you didn’t pack liquid (but you actually did), you won’t have to purchase bottled water on the other side.

Carrying reusable, bamboo utensils isn't just great for the environment — it also saves you from waiting for cafe staff or flight attendants to replace any dropped or forgotten forks while your meal gets cold. 

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