Flights to Bali Town, Lanzhou from NT$4,157

No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you're well prepared. We've made a list of top travel tips that will get your Bali Town vacation started on the right note. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Air travel can be a stress-free experience if you take the right things. Firstly, you'll need toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a fresh change of clothes and a good book. Secondly, make room in your carry-on bag for your electronic gadgets, chargers, medications and perhaps a quality neck pillow too. Lastly, be sure to bring your passport, travel documents and your bank cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of banned items can differ between air carriers, the general guide to follow is nothing sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes things like tools, metal cutlery, fireworks and fuel. Sporting equipment like ice skates, and items that could harm passengers, such as swords and guns, are also banned from the cabin.

What to wear on a flight:

• Go for comfort over style. Prepare for changes in temperature by dressing in layers, and pick easy-to-remove footwear like slip-ons.
• You're probably aware of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by long periods of sitting. To lessen your risk on board, drink lots of water, consider wearing compression socks or tights and move your legs and feet often.

As savvy travelers know, the secret is to be prepared before you reach the security gate. That way, you'll be boarding that plane to Bali Town before you know it. Follow these tips and get your vacation off to a fantastic start:

• Be sure to keep your travel documents and passport close by. They're the first items you'll be asked to show at security.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your belt, jacket, keys and other items in your pocket, like coins, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
• All your electronic devices, including your phone and tablet, must also be separately scanned.
• Can't travel without your favorite cologne? No problem. As long as the volume is no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and it's stored in a zip-close bag, it's fine to bring with you in your carry-on.
• Slip-on shoes are a great footwear choice as you're less likely to have to remove them when going through security. Safety boots and heavier-style shoes are usually subjected to extra screening.
• Avoid taking prohibited items in your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp or pointed objects, pack them safely away in your checked suitcase. They won't be allowed in the cabin.