Flights to Gretek, Tejakula from NT$3,541

Wherever you're jetting in from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you're prepared. We've compiled a list of top travel tips that will get your Gretek escape started on the right note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Flying can be a pleasure if you bring the right gear. Firstly, you'll want some toiletry items, such as deodorant and a toothbrush, a fresh change of clothes and something to read. Next, leave space in your hand luggage for your laptop, a charger, your important medications and perhaps a quality neck pillow as well. Lastly, don't forget to take your passport, travel documents and your bank cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Double-check that you don't have a pocket knife hiding in the bottom of your hand luggage. Other restricted items include explosive or flammable goods, such as aerosol cans and fuel, and liquids and gels in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should be your main priority when picking what to wear during your flight. Consider your footwear choice carefully too, as swollen feet are quite common. Flat, slightly roomy shoes are always a smart option.
• The condition by the name of DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clotting due to inactivity and poor circulation. Doing regular foot and leg exercises in your seat is a great way to prevent this occurring. Wearing a high-quality pair of compression socks or tights is also recommended.

The trick is to be well organized before you arrive at the security gate. That way, you'll be hopping onto that plane to Gretek in no time flat. Follow these tips and get your vacation off to a great start:

• Keep your boarding pass and passport within easy reach. They're the first items you'll be asked to present to security.
• Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your coat, belt, keys and other items in your pocket, like your earphones, will need to go on a tray through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them as your turn draws near.
• All your electronics, including your tablet and phone, are also required to be separately scanned.
• Remember to remove gels and liquids from your carry-on luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray separately. Each product should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit in a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• Slip-on shoes are a sensible footwear choice as you're less likely to have to remove them when passing through security. Hiking boots and other heavy shoes are often subjected to extra screening.
• Sharp items are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be seized at security, so pack them in your checked suitcase.