Flights to Pollock Pines, California from NT$5,291

Wherever you're jetting in from, flying can be a pleasurable experience if you've planned ahead. Check out these top travel tips that will help get your Pollock Pines vacation started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Air travel can be a great experience if you carry the right gear. First of all you'll need basic toiletries, such as deodorant and a toothbrush, a spare change of clothes and a good book. Next, find a spot in your carry-on bag for your phone and charger, your important medications and maybe a proper neck pillow too. Lastly, don't forget to take your passport, travel docs and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of restricted items can differ between air carriers, the general guide to follow is avoid carrying anything flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes things like box cutters, razor blades, spray paint and flares. Sports equipment like golf clubs, and objects that could injure passengers, such as pepper spray and firearms, are also banned from the cabin.

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of your plane are not the best place for a fashion parade. Don comfortable layers and don't forget to bring a cardigan as it tends to get cool inside the cabin during long-haul flights. Flat, slightly roomy shoes are also a wise idea.
• Unfortunately, one risk of flying long distances is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot condition caused by prolonged periods of inactivity. To prevent this, make the most of every opportunity to wander around the cabin. Compression tights and socks are also a great idea to help lower your risk.

The trick is to be well prepared before you get to the security gate. That way, you'll be boarding that plane to Pollock Pines in the blink of an eye. Follow these helpful tips and get your vacation off to a great start:

• Be sure to have your ID and travel documents easily accessible. They're the first things you'll be asked for by security.
• After that, both you and your hand luggage must be X-rayed. To speed things up, take off anything that might trigger the alarms. Items like your belt, jacket and headphones need to go through the machine.
• Electronic devices like phones and laptops will also need to go on a tray to be scanned. Don't worry though, you'll be back online soon enough.
• Remember to remove liquids and gels from your carry-on luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each product should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit in a single quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• There's a good chance you'll be asked to remove your shoes to be X-rayed, so wearing lightweight sneakers is always a good idea.
• Sharp items such as knives and scissors are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be confiscated at security, so put them in your checked bags.