Cheap Flights to Portsmouth from HK$2,059

If you're poorly prepared, traveling can be overwhelming. But there's no need to panic. Follow these useful tips and enjoy a hassle-free start to your vacation in Portsmouth.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Flying can be a great experience if you pack the right gear. Firstly, you'll want a few basic toiletries, such as lip balm and hand cream, a clean pair of socks and a good novel. Secondly, find a spot in your hand luggage for your laptop, a charger, any vital medications and maybe a proper neck pillow as well. Last, but definitely not least, don't forget to bring your passport, travel papers and some cash.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of banned items differs between air carriers, the general rule of thumb is avoid carrying anything flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes box cutters, razor blades, aerosol cans and flares. Sports equipment like ice skates, and objects that could harm other people, such as guns and swords, are also banned from the cabin.

What to wear on a flight:

• The goal here is to be as comfortable as you can. Don layers of natural fibers and don't forget to pack a cardigan just in case you get cold. Always go with flat, well-fitting shoes as your feet may swell during the journey. Leave the stilettos and heavy boots in your checked baggage.
• Unfortunately, one risk of flying long distances is developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by prolonged periods of inactivity. To avoid this, take every opportunity to walk around and give your legs a stretch. Compression socks and tights are another simple way to help minimize this risk.

The secret is to be well prepared before you get to the security gate. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Portsmouth in a flash. Follow these tips and get your vacation off to a flying start:

• Airport security personnel first need to verify that you have a valid passport and matching boarding pass before anything else. Have them within easy reach, ready for inspection.
• Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your belt, jacket, keys and other contents of your pockets, like your earphones, will need to go on a tray through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them before your turn.
• All your electronics, including your phone and tablet, are also required to be scanned separately.
• Don't forget to remove gels and liquids from your carry-on bag. They often need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each product should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit in a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-close bag.
• There's a possibility that you'll be required to remove your shoes to be X-rayed, so wearing lightweight sneakers is always a wise idea.
• Airlines won't allow any sharp or pointed objects in your hand luggage. If you need to bring these kinds of items, pack them safely in your checked luggage.