Flights to Mezy-Moulins, Hauts-de-France from NT$3,437

If you're not prepared, traveling can be overwhelming. But don't hit the panic button just yet. Follow these helpful hints and enjoy a pleasant start to your getaway in Mezy-Moulins.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First, pack in your passport, travel docs, cash and medications. Next, you'll want some entertainment to help pass the time. A juicy novel and a phone crammed with your favorite movies are some wonderful options. If you hope to take a quick nap, a comfy neck pillow and some earplugs will also be useful. Finally, leave some space for a few toiletry items so you'll step off the plane looking fresh and ready to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Check carefully that you don't have sharp objects (like a knife or scissors) lurking in the bottom of your carry-on luggage. Other banned items include explosive or flammable goods, like aerosols and matches, and liquids and gels in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• The long, narrow aisles of your airplane are not the place for a fashion parade. Layer yourself up with comfortable clothes and pack a sweater as it tends to get cool inside the cabin. Slightly roomy, flat shoes are also a sensible choice.
• The serious condition by the name of DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a potential risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clots forming due to inactivity and poor circulation. Doing foot and leg exercises while seated helps to prevent this happening. Wearing a quality pair of compression socks or tights can also help.

A little pre-planning before you arrive at the airport can make your getaway to Mezy-Moulins a pleasure. We've compiled some useful tips for a swift journey through security:

• Airport security personnel first need to establish that you have a valid passport and matching travel documents before you're allowed to proceed any further. Have them ready for inspection.
• Next up, both you and your carry-on bag will be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, remove anything that might set the alarms off. Personal belongings like your coat, belt and earphones will be required to go through the machine.
• All electronic gadgets, including your phone and laptop, must also be separately scanned.
• Any liquids or gels, such as shampoo or hairspray, that you want to bring on board need to be in containers no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). They must also all fit inside 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. Big boots and other heavy shoes are often subjected to additional screening.
• Sharp or pointed objects (like knives and scissors) can't be taken on board. They'll be seized at security, so put them in your checked suitcase.