For years the crushing monopoly of airlines the world over have been holding us to ransom over our luggage and how much we need to pay in excess baggage charges to transport our belongings from one destination to another. Well that is all about to change...

You won't believe some of the stuff you can't take with you in hand luggage when flying. Honestly, it's a wonder we get anywhere.

Nothing can prepare you for that wrenching feeling of in the pit of your stomach when you’re the last one at the carousel and the penny drops that, unlike you, your bag hasn’t quite made it to the same destination. So here are 11 ways to help avoid that from happening.

These travel hacks and insider tips will take you one step closer to luxury travel and flying like the elite.