It took me years of travel to realize that combining packing methods has the most benefits and does not have to become a stressful process. Here is the best way to pack a suitcase with 3 combination methods. Rolling clothes for packing is excellent for decreasing wrinkles, increasing efficiency, and saving space.  Folding is usually best for jeans and men's shirts, although there are ways to roll these items. Packing cubes come in handy for separating family items when going on a family vacation.