Preparation

How long do you need for packing ?
It was my first experience to pack my stuffs for long distance journey.
I hope it could be nice information for you. 
1.  Baggage

Choose the right size for your trip, not too big not too small

Weight the baggage till suitable with the limitation (usually 20 kg)

Search some tips from internet.

Put the liquid things in baggage

Put the food in baggage, bring the food which has list of ingredients.

Put the sharp things (hair pin, or any accessories) in baggage

2. Carry on 

• Choose the bag which comfort and carry easily
• Put things that you needed along the journey , such as : Toothbrush, toothpaste, kerchief, tissue, towel, etc)
• If it would be cold, don't forget to put your jacket, mitten or gloves, neckerchief, headset, etc in your bag. Cause you would be need it.
• Bring notes and pen, So you could write down which is impress.
• Bring camera with you.
• Usually it has limitation 2 bags. One of them should be documents bag, which could keep the documents.
• Bring electronic devices in your carry on, and make sure all inside is original.
• For drink water, do not bring it cause it would be taken in checking. 

Here are some information, which could I share. Hopefully could make you smile also...
Keep learning !