Flights to Kolan, Zadar from NT$30,482

Wherever you're coming from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you've planned ahead. Take a peek at these handy hints that will get your Kolan vacation started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane ride can be a great experience if you pack the right stuff. Firstly, you'll need basic toiletries, such as a toothbrush and hairbrush, a fresh change of clothes and a good read. Secondly, make room in your hand luggage for your laptop, a charger, medications and perhaps a blow-up 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:

• Squeeze all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hair gel in your checked luggage. Any gels or liquids in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated. Sharp or pointed objects, like your treasured pocket knife, and products which are explosive or flammable, such as spray paint, flares and fuels, are also banned.

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should be your highest priority when picking what to wear during your flight. Consider your footwear carefully too, as swollen feet and ankles are a common side effect of flying. Slightly roomy, flat shoes are always a sensible way to go.
• Most travelers are aware of DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot condition caused by long periods of inactivity. There are many ways to lessen your risk. Wear a pair of compression tights or socks, drink lots of water and move your legs and feet. Do a lap or two of the cabin or perform exercises in your seat.

The simple answer is --- be prepared. We've compiled some useful tips for a hassle-free trip through airport security. Watch out Kolan, here you come:

• Your passport and boarding pass will need to be inspected by security personnel. Keep them someplace accessible so you don't hold up the queue.
• After that, both you and your hand luggage will be X-rayed. To speed things up, take off anything that might trigger the alarms. Items like your coat, belt and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
• All your electronics, including your laptop and phone, must also be separately scanned.
• Any liquids or gels, such as perfume or hairspray, 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.
• Lightweight sneakers are a sensible footwear choice as you're less likely to be required to remove them when going through security. Hiking boots and other heavy shoes are often subjected to additional screening.
• Take all prohibited items out of your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp or pointed objects, put them in your checked luggage. They won't be allowed on board and will be confiscated.