Cheap Flights to La Vernia from HK$1,249

If you're poorly prepared, traveling can be challenging. But don't hit the panic button just yet. Follow these handy tips for a stress-free start to your time in La Vernia.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The trick to having an awesome travel experience is to plan ahead. So, let's start with the essentials: passport, boarding pass, bank cards and medications. Next, bring items that'll help keep you occupied, like your laptop or a good read. It's also smart to bring your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of noise-canceling headphones. Finally, don't forget to toss in toiletry items like a toothbrush, deodorant and a clean set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of banned items can differ between air carriers, the general rule to follow is nothing sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes things like screwdrivers, knives, spray paint and flares. Sporting equipment like bows and arrows, and items that could harm other people, such as pepper spray and guns, aren't allowed in the cabin either.

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort really should be your prime concern when selecting what to wear on your flight. Consider your footwear carefully too, as swollen feet and ankles are quite common. Roomy, closed-toed shoes are your best bet.
• The result of sustained periods of immobility, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a blood clotting condition that can affect some passengers during long-haul flights. The good news is there are ways to reduce your risk of developing it. Drink plenty of water, wander through the cabin whenever possible and wear compression socks to help improve your circulation.

A little pre-planning before your flight will help make your getaway to La Vernia a breeze. Below are some useful tips and tricks for a stress-free journey past security:

• Your boarding pass and travel ID will need to be presented to airport security. Keep them someplace accessible so you don't hold up the queue.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your belt, jacket, keys and other contents of your pockets, like coins, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
• All electronic devices, including your phone and tablet, are also required to be separately scanned.
• Any liquids or gels, such as perfume or hand cream, that you want to bring on board must be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). Also, they all must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), zip-lock bag.
• The right choice of footwear can save you valuable minutes. Boots are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Slip-on shoes are usually not.
• Take all prohibited items out of your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp or pointed objects, put them in your checked suitcase. They won't be allowed in the cabin.