Cheap Flights to Sandanski from HK$649

Depending on where you're coming from, your flight to Sandanski could be a piece of cake or it could go on forever. Below are some useful tips that will help you start your next great escape on a positive note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The secret to having a great travel experience is to pack in advance. So, let's start with the essentials: passport, official ID, bank cards and any vital medications. Next, bring on board items that'll help while away those hours, like your laptop or a magazine. It's also wise to pack your chargers, a quality neck pillow and a pair of noise-canceling headphones. Last but not least, don't forget to toss in toiletry items like a toothbrush, deodorant and a spare set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Pack all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner in your checked baggage. Any gels or liquids in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by authorities. Pointed or sharp objects, like a Swiss Army knife, and products which are flammable or explosive, such as flares, bleaching agents and fireworks, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

• The goal here is to be as comfortable as you can. Dress in loose, breathable clothing and remember to bring a cardigan in case it gets cold in the cabin. Go for a pair of roomy, flat shoes as your feet may swell a little during the flight. Leave the stilettos and chunky boots in your main luggage.
• The result of sustained periods of immobility, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a condition that can affect some passengers during long-haul flights. But the great news is there are proven ways to reduce your risk of developing it. Stay hydrated, wander around the cabin as much as possible and wear compression socks to help improve your circulation.

It's all about being prepared. We've pulled together some top tips for a speedy trip through airport security. Look out Sandanski, here you come:

• Be sure to have your travel documents and passport close by. They'll be the first things you'll be asked to show at airport security.
• The X-ray machine comes next. Remove anything on you that is likely to set off the scanner's alarm. This includes items like headphones or earphones, as well as bulky coats or jackets. They'll need to be placed on the conveyor belt for screening.
• Your electronic gadgets like phones and laptops will also have to go through the machine for inspection. Don't worry, you'll be back online before you know it.
• Any gels or liquids, such as toothpaste or perfume, that you want to bring on board must be no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). They must also all fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-close bag.
• It's also possible you'll be required to take your shoes off to be X-rayed, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a clever idea.
• Sharp items are not allowed in the cabin. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them safely away in your checked bags.