Cheap Flights to Gera from HK$2,012

Depending on where you're coming from, your trip to Gera could be no sweat at all or it could go on forever. Here are some useful tips that will help you start your next great escape on a positive note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First and foremost, pack in your passport, official ID, cash and vital medications. Next, you'll need some entertainment to help pass the time. A juicy novel and a tablet filled with your favorite shows are always good options. If you hope to take a quick nap, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of noise-canceling headphones will also be useful. Finally, make room for a few toiletry items to ensure you hop off the plane feeling fresh and ready to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Put all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) won't be allowed on. Pointed or sharp objects, like your trusty pocket knife, and products which are flammable or explosive, such as aerosol cans, flares and matches, are also banned.

What to wear on a flight:

• The long, narrow aisles of your airplane are not the place for a fashion parade. Layer yourself up with comfortable clothes and pack a sweater as the temperature can drop inside the cabin during long-haul flights. Slightly roomy, flat shoes are also a wise idea.
• Caused by sustained periods of immobility, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a condition that can affect some passengers on long-haul flights. The great news is there are proven ways to lower your risk of developing it. Stay hydrated, wander around the cabin as often as you can and wear compression socks to help improve your circulation.

It's simple --- be prepared. We've rounded up some tips and tricks for a hassle-free trip through security. Look out Gera, here you come:

• Airport security personnel first need to make sure that you have a valid passport and matching boarding pass before you're allowed to proceed any further. Have them ready for inspection.
• Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your jacket, belt, keys and other small items, like your headphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them before your turn arrives.
• Electronic devices like laptops and phones will also have to go through the machine to be scanned. Don't worry, you'll be back online before you know it.
• Want to bring along your favorite perfume or cologne? As long as it's in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and it's stored in a zip-close bag, it's OK to bring with you on board.
• There's a possibility that you'll be required to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a clever idea.
• Take all prohibited items out of your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp objects like a pocket knife or tools, pack them safely away in your checked suitcase. They won't be allowed on board.