Cheap Flights to Portsmouth from HK$6,470

If you're not prepared, traveling can be a real challenge. But there's no need to panic. Follow these handy tips and enjoy a worry-free start to your vacation in Portsmouth.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• It's easy --- first, put in your passport, official ID, wallet and medications. Next, you'll want some extra in-flight entertainment to while away the hours. A thrilling novel and a phone filled with your favorite shows are some fantastic options. If you plan to take a short nap, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-canceling headphones will also be useful. Finally, find room for a toothbrush and some facial wipes so you'll arrive at your destination feeling fresh as a daisy.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of restricted items can differ between air carriers, the general guide to follow is nothing sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes things like knives, scissors, aerosol cans and flares. Sporting equipment like hockey sticks, and items that could harm passengers, such as pepper spray and guns, aren't allowed in the cabin either.

What to wear on a flight:

• Your aim here is to be as comfortable as you can. Layer yourself up in natural-fiber clothing and remember to pack a jacket in case it gets cool in the cabin. Always go with flat, well-fitting shoes as your feet may swell a little during the journey. Leave the high heels and chunky boots in your checked baggage.
• The result of sustained periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot condition that can affect passengers on long-distance flights. The great news is there are proven ways to reduce your risk of developing it. Drink plenty of water, wander through the cabin wherever possible and wear compression socks to help improve your circulation.

A little pre-planning before you get to the airport will make your trip to Portsmouth a breeze. We've compiled some useful tips and tricks for a swift journey past security:

• Be sure to keep your passport and travel documents someplace easily accessible. They'll be the first things you'll be asked to show at airport security.
• Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your jacket, belt, keys and other contents of your pockets, like your earphones, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them before your turn arrives.
• For just a few minutes, you'll need to unplug from technology. Your tablet, phone and any other electronic devices will need to go through the scanner.
• Any gels or liquids, such as perfume or toothpaste, that you want to take on board must be no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). They must also all fit inside a quart-size (one liter), zip-lock bag.
• There's a possibility that you'll be required to remove your shoes for scanning, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a wise idea.
• Knives and other sharp items are not allowed on board. They'll be seized at security, so pack them safely away in your checked baggage.