Flights to Sankt Valentin, Lower Austria from NT$16,649

No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you prepare well enough. Check out these handy tips and tricks that will help get your Sankt Valentin vacation started on the right note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The trick to having an amazing travel experience is to pack ahead. Start with the essentials: passport, travel docs, bank cards and vital medications. Next, bring on board items that'll help keep you entertained, like some electronic gadgets or a thrilling novel. You'll also want to bring your chargers, a neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Finally, be sure to squeeze in toiletry items like a toothbrush, lip balm and a fresh set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of prohibited items differs between airlines, the general guide to follow is nothing sharp, flammable or explosive. This includes screwdrivers, pocket knives, spray paint and fireworks. Sporting equipment like baseball bats, and objects that could harm passengers, such as pepper spray and guns, won't be allowed on board either.

What to wear on a flight:

• The main aim is to make yourself as comfortable as you can. Layer yourself up in breathable clothing and remember to bring a cardigan in case it gets cool. Always go with well-fitting, flat shoes as your feet may swell a little during the flight. Leave the high heels and heavy boots in your luggage.
• Most travelers have heard about deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by long periods of sitting. There's plenty you can do to minimize your risk. Wear a quality pair of compression socks or tights, drink lots of water often and get your legs and feet moving. Do a few laps of the cabin or perform exercises in your seat.

The simple answer is — be prepared. We've pulled together some useful tips for a hassle-free trip through airport security. Look out Sankt Valentin, here you come:

• Have your ID and travel documents someplace easily accessible. They're the first items you'll be asked to present to airport security.
• Time to strip down. Well kind of. Your belt, coat, keys and other items in your pocket, like your earphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them before your turn.
• For just a few moments, you'll need to unplug from the digital world. Your phone, laptop and any other electronic gadgets will need to be sent through the scanner.
• Traveling with your favorite hand cream? Not a problem. As long as the volume is no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and it's stored in a zip-lock bag, you're allowed to bring it with you in your carry-on luggage.
• The right choice of footwear can save you several minutes. Hiking boots are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Slip-on shoes are usually not.
• Sharp or pointed items can't be taken on board. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them in your checked luggage.