India, June 22 -- Packing is always a task, and I learned the hard way that planning and tidy organisation is the secret sauce to get it right every time. The easiest way to keep packing clean, light and far from chaotic is to pick the right travel essentials that save you from rummaging around at your destination. These simple finds are budget-friendly yet mighty when it comes to sorting toiletries, shoes, innerwear and more. With clever packing ideas and a few trusty travel hacks, your suitcase will feel less like a black hole and more like a neat little chest ready for any plan. Over the years and plenty of trial runs, these five smart buys have cemented themselves as my go-to packing ideas for smoother trips.

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