Cheap Flights to Palodia from HK$5,242

No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a pleasurable experience if you prepare well enough. We've put together a list of handy hints that will get your Palodia escape started on the right foot. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Flying can be a comfortable experience if you bring the right things. Firstly, you'll need basic toiletry items, such as a toothbrush and lip balm, a spare pair of socks and something to read. Secondly, find room in your carry-on bag for your laptop, a charger, your medications and perhaps a cosy neck pillow as well. Lastly, don't forget to bring your passport, travel docs and your bank cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of restricted items can differ between air carriers, the general rule to follow is avoid carrying anything flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes things like screwdrivers, blades, spray paint and fireworks. Sports equipment like hockey sticks, and items that could injure passengers, such as firearms and ammunition, are also banned from the cabin.

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of an aircraft are no place for a fashion parade. Don comfortable layers and choose shoes that are roomy, flat and easy to take on and off.
• Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a risk on long-distance flights. It results from blood clotting due to poor circulation, so do some gentle leg and foot exercises in your seat and consider wearing compression tights or socks.

The trick is to be well organised before you arrive at the security gate. That way, you'll be boarding that plane to Palodia in no time at all. Follow these tips and get your holiday off to a great start:

• Be sure to have your boarding pass and ID within easy reach. They're the first items you'll be asked to show at security.
• Your belt, coat, keys and other contents of your pockets, like coins, will need to go on a tray through the X-ray machine. Make your life easier by removing them before your turn.
• Your electronic gadgets like laptops and phones will also need to go on a tray to be scanned. No need to worry though, you'll be back online soon enough.
• Don't forget to remove liquids and gels from your carry-on luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each item should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit in a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
• Slip-on shoes are a clever footwear choice as you're less likely to be asked to remove them when passing through security. Safety boots and other heavy shoes are usually subjected to extra screening.
• Airlines won't allow any sharp items or pocket knives to come on board with you. If you need to bring these kinds of items, put them in your checked baggage.