Flights to Portage Lakes, Akron from NT$16,039

No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a pleasurable experience if you've planned ahead. Take a peek at these handy hints that will get your Portage Lakes vacation started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Flying can be a stress-free experience if you pack the right gear. Firstly, you'll want some basic toiletries, such as a toothbrush and hairbrush, a fresh change of clothes and something to read. Secondly, find room in your hand luggage for your phone, tablet and chargers, any daily medications and perhaps a blow-up neck pillow too. Lastly, don't forget 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 sharp objects (like a pocket knife) lurking in your hand luggage. Other prohibited items include explosive or flammable goods, such as bleach and fuel, and gels and liquids in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• Your goal here is to feel as comfortable as you can. Dress in loose, natural fibers and don't forget to pack a jacket in case you get cold. Pick flat, slightly roomy shoes as it's possible that your feet and ankles will swell a little during the journey. Leave the stilettos and chunky boots in your checked luggage.
• It's likely you've heard about DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot condition caused by reduced mobility or inactivity. There's plenty you can do to lessen your risk. Don a pair of compression tights or socks, drink lots of water and get your legs and feet moving. Do a few laps of the cabin or perform some stretches in your seat.

The trick is to be prepared before you get to the security gate. That way, you'll be hopping onto that plane to Portage Lakes in no time flat. Follow these tips and get your trip off to a flying start:

• Security personnel first need to make sure that you have a valid passport and boarding pass before you can proceed any further. Have them ready to show.
• Next up, both you and your carry-on luggage must be X-rayed. To make the process quick and painless, remove anything that is likely to trigger the alarm. Items such as your belt, coat and earphones will be required to go through the machine.
• All your electronic devices, including your phone and tablet, are also required to be scanned separately.
• Any liquids or gels, such as hair oil or hand cream, that you want to take on board need to be in containers no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). They must also all fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• There's a possibility that you'll be required to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing slip-on shoes is always a clever idea.
• Sharp or pointed objects (like knives and scissors) are not allowed on board. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them safely away in your checked luggage.