It's no secret that traveling has its rewards -- you get to see a new place, experience new things, and come home with tons of photos to make your friends jealous. But the act of actually booking flights, redeeming airline miles, and dealing with the fine print along the way can cause more than just a headache. In an effort to make your travel experience seamless from start to finish, check out these cool hacks. Not only will they save you money, they'll also save you annoyance! Oftentimes, Google Flights, Momondo, and Skyscanner have the cheapest flights available.

To avoid ridiculous car rental extension or overdue fees, book your vehicle for a day longer, if you think you'll need it. There's never a charge for returning the car early.

Want to check your bags but don't want to pay for it? A lot of times, right before you board the plane, airlines will check it for free. If you can get it through security, take advantage of that.