Flights to Clarissa, Minnesota from NT$20,885

Depending on where you're coming from, your trip to Clarissa could be a piece of cake or it could drag on forever. We've pulled together some tips that will help you start your next great escape on a positive note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane ride can be a stress-free experience if you take the right things. First things first, you'll need basic toiletries, such as lip balm and hand cream, a spare change of clothes and a few magazines. Secondly, find room in your carry-on bag for your electronic gadgets, chargers, your medications and perhaps a quality neck pillow as well. Last, but definitely not least, remember to take your passport, travel papers and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Leave all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner in your checked baggage. Any liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated. Pointed or sharp objects, like your beloved Swiss Army knife, and dangerous goods which are explosive or flammable, such as spray paint, flares and fuels, are also prohibited.

What to wear on a flight:

• Your aim here is to make yourself as comfortable as you can. Layer up with loose, natural-fiber clothing and take a cardigan in case it gets cool. Opt for roomy, flat shoes as your feet may swell a little during the flight. Leave the high heels and chunky boots in your checked baggage.
• Unfortunately, one risk of flying long distances is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot condition caused by extended periods of inactivity. To prevent this from happening, make the most of every opportunity to wander around the cabin. Compression socks and tights are another simple way to help minimize this risk.

It's all about being organized. We've rounded up some tips and tricks for a speedy trip through airport security. Look out Clarissa, here you come:

• Security personnel first need to check that you have a valid ID and travel documents before you're allowed to proceed any further. Have them within easy reach, ready for inspection.
• 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. Items like your coat, belt and headphones need to go through the machine.
• For just a few moments, you'll need to unplug from the digital world. Your tablet, phone and any other electronic devices also need to be sent through the scanner.
• Traveling with your favorite hand cream? No problem. As long as it's in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and it's stored in a zip-lock bag, you can keep it with you in your carry-on.
• Choosing your footwear wisely can save you valuable minutes. Hiking or heavy-style boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Slip-on sneakers usually aren't.
• Take all prohibited items out of your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp or pointed objects, put them in your checked luggage. They won't be allowed in the cabin.