Flights to Crinan, Lochgilphead from NT$2,874

If you're poorly prepared, traveling can be tough. But there's no need to panic. Follow these handy tips and enjoy a comfortable start to your getaway in Crinan.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Traveling on a plane can be easy if you pack the right stuff. First of all you'll need basic toiletries, such as lip balm and hand cream, a fresh set of clothes and a few magazines. Secondly, make room in your carry-on bag for your mobile phone, a charger, any medications and perhaps a neck pillow too. Last, but definitely not least, don't forget to take your passport, travel documents and some money.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Put all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hair gel in your checked luggage. Any liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by security. Sharp objects, like a Swiss Army knife, and products which are explosive or flammable, such as spray paint, flares and fireworks, are also prohibited.

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should be your main priority when choosing what to wear on board. Consider your footwear choice with care too, as swollen ankles and feet are a common side effect of flying. Slightly roomy, flat shoes are always a smart option.
• The serious condition by the name of DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clotting due to poor circulation and inactivity. Walking up and down the aisle and doing leg and foot exercises while seated is a great way to prevent this occurring. Wearing a high-quality pair of compression tights or socks is also recommended.

The secret is to be well prepared before you get to the security gate. That way, you'll be boarding that plane to Crinan in a flash. Follow these tips and get your vacation off to a great start:

• Security personnel first need to make sure that you have a valid ID and boarding pass before you can proceed any further. Keep them close by.
• After that, both you and your carry-on luggage must be X-rayed. To speed things up, take off anything that might trigger the alarms. Personal belongings such as your coat, belt and headphones need to go through the machine.
• Your electronic devices like phones and laptops will also need to go on a tray to be scanned. Don't worry though, you'll be back online in no time.
• Any liquids or gels, such as perfume or toothpaste, that you want to take on board need to be in containers no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). They must also all fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• There's a possibility that you'll be asked to remove your shoes to be X-rayed, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a good idea.
• Sharp items like knives are not allowed in the cabin. They'll be confiscated at security, so put them in your checked suitcase.