Flights to Dunbogan, New South Wales from NT$11,592

If you're poorly prepared, traveling can be challenging. But don't hit the panic button just yet. Follow these useful tips for a comfortable start to your vacation in Dunbogan. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane trip can be a comfortable experience if you pack the right things. First of all you'll need basic toiletries, such as a toothbrush and some deodorant, a spare pair of socks and a few magazines. Next, leave space in your hand luggage for your phone and charger, any medications and maybe a blow-up neck pillow as well. Lastly, don't forget to take your passport, travel papers and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of banned items can differ between airlines, the general rule to follow is nothing sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes things like screwdrivers, knives, spray paint and fireworks. Sporting equipment like golf clubs, and objects that could harm other people, such as guns and swords, are also banned from the cabin.

What to wear on a flight:

• You'll want to go for comfort over style. Prepare for temperature changes in the cabin by wearing layers, and opt for closed-toe, flat shoes like sneakers.
• Most travelers are aware of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by long periods of inactivity. To reduce your risk on board, stay hydrated, consider wearing compression socks and move your legs and feet often.

The trick is to be prepared before you arrive at the airport security gate. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Dunbogan in no time flat. Follow these helpful tips and get your vacation off to a terrific start:

• Your passport and travel documents will need to be inspected by airport security personnel. Keep them handy so you don't have to dig around for them.
• After that, both you and your hand luggage must be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, take off anything that is likely to set the alarm off. Personal belongings such as your jacket, belt and headphones need to go through the machine.
• All electronic devices, including your phone and tablet, are also required to be scanned separately.
• Any gels or liquids, such as hair oil or hand cream, that you want to take on board must be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). They must also all fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• Choosing your footwear wisely can save you several minutes. Boots and heavy shoes are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Slip-on sneakers are usually not.
• Airlines won't allow any sharp objects in your carry-on luggage. If you need to bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked luggage.