Flights to Fieschertal, Valais from NT$2,812

If you're not prepared, traveling can be daunting. But there's no need to hit the panic button just yet. Follow these handy tips for a pleasant start to your time in Fieschertal. What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane trip can be a cruisy experience if you carry the right things. First of all you'll need basic toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a spare set of clothes and something to read. Next, find room in your carry-on bag for your phone and charger, any daily medications and perhaps a proper neck pillow as well. Lastly, remember to take your passport, travel papers and your bank cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Check carefully that you don't have a sharp object hiding in one of the compartments of your carry-on luggage. Other banned items include flammable or explosive products, like aerosols and matches, and gels and liquids in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of an airplane aren't the place for a fashion parade. Layer up with comfortable clothing and choose shoes that are roomy, flat and easy to remove.
• Caused by sustained periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot condition that can affect passengers on long-distance flights. Reduce the risks by drinking water, keeping your legs and ankles moving and wearing compression socks to help your circulation.

A little pre-planning before you get to the airport will help make your getaway to Fieschertal a pleasure. We've rounded up some useful tips and tricks for a speedy journey through security:

• Your passport and boarding pass will need to be presented to airport security personnel. Have them easily accessible so you don't hold up the line.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your belt, coat, keys and other contents of your pockets, like coins, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them as your turn draws near.
• All your electronic gadgets, including your laptop and phone, must also be separately scanned.
• Can't travel without your favorite cologne? 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're permitted to bring it with you in your carry-on.
• Choosing your footwear wisely can save you a few precious minutes. Hiking or heavy-style boots are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Slip-on shoes are usually not.
• Sharp or pointed items are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be seized at security, so pack them in your checked bags.