Flights to Es Grau, Mahón from NT$12,359

If you're poorly prepared, air travel can be tough. But there's no need to panic. Follow these helpful hints and enjoy a comfortable start to your getaway in Es Grau.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Flying can be a comfortable experience if you take the right stuff. Firstly, you'll need basic toiletries, such as a toothbrush and hairbrush, a clean set of clothes and a magazine or two. Next, leave space in your bag for your laptop, a charger, any medications and perhaps a 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 air carriers, the general rule of thumb is avoid carrying anything flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes things like tools, metal cutlery, fuel and fireworks. Sporting equipment like baseball bats, and objects that could harm other people, such as firearms and swords, won't be allowed on board either.

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of your aircraft are no fashion runway. Wear comfortable clothes and don't forget to bring a sweater as it can get chilly in the cabin during long-haul flights. Flat, enclosed shoes are always a good idea too.
• You've probably heard about DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot condition caused by long periods of sitting. There are many ways to mitigate your risk. Wear compression socks or tights, drink plenty of water and remember to keep your legs and feet moving. Walk around the cabin when possible or perform some stretches in your seat.

Being prepared before you arrive at the airport can make your getaway to Es Grau easy and painless. Check out our top tips for a stress-free journey past security:

• First things first. Your passport and boarding pass will need to be shown to security personnel. Keep them within easy reach so you don't hold up the line.
• Your belt, coat, keys and other contents of your pockets, like your headphones, will need 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, will also need to be separately scanned.
• Remove all liquids and gels from your hand luggage. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray separately. Each product should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit in a single quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• It's also likely that you'll be asked to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing lightweight sneakers is always a clever idea.
• Avoid taking prohibited items in your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp or pointed objects, put them in your checked suitcase. They won't be allowed in the cabin.