Cheap Flights to Alcúdia from HK$138

We've pulled together all the info you need to make your journey a stress-free experience. Follow our insider tips and you'll be cruising through airport security and enjoying Alcudia before you know it.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane ride can be a stress-free experience if you carry the right gear. First things first, you'll need basic toiletries, such as a toothbrush and lip balm, a spare change of clothes and a few magazines. Secondly, find room in your carry-on bag for your electronic devices, chargers, any medications and perhaps a neck pillow as well. Last, but definitely not least, be sure to take your passport, travel docs and some money.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Check carefully that you don't have a Swiss Army knife lurking in one of the compartments of your hand luggage. Other banned items include flammable or explosive products, such as fuel and matches, and gels and liquids in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• Your number one priority is to be as comfortable as possible. Layer up in natural-fiber clothing and don't forget to pack a cardigan in case it gets cold in the cabin. Always go with well-fitting, flat shoes as it's possible that your feet and ankles will swell a little during the journey. Leave the stilettos and hiking boots in your checked baggage.
• A serious condition by the name of DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a risk on long-haul flights. It's the result of blood clotting due to poor circulation and inactivity. Doing leg and foot exercises while seated is a great way to prevent this occurring. Wearing a good-quality pair of compression socks or tights also helps reduce your risk.

As savvy travelers know, the secret is to be prepared before you get to the security gate. That way, you'll be boarding that plane to Alcudia in no time flat. Follow these tips and get your vacation off to a terrific start:

• First things first. Your boarding pass and passport will need to be shown to airport security. Have them close by so you don't have to dig around for them.
• Next up, both you and your carry-on bag will be X-rayed. To speed things up, take off anything that might trigger the alarms. Personal belongings like your jacket, belt and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
• Your electronic gadgets like laptops and phones will also need to go on a tray for inspection. Don't worry though, you'll be back online before you know it.
• Remove liquids and gels from your carry-on luggage. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray separately. Each product should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• Lightweight sneakers are a practical footwear choice as you're less likely to be asked to remove them when going through security. Big boots and heavier-style shoes are usually subjected to extra screening.
• Knives and other sharp items are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be seized at security, so pack them safely away in your checked baggage.