Flights to Santopadre, Lazio from NT$12,322

Wherever you're jetting in from, flying can be an enjoyable experience if you've prepared well enough. Check out these handy travel tips that will help get your Santopadre escape started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Air travel can be easy if you take the right things. Firstly, you'll want some basic toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a spare pair of socks and a good novel. Next, make room in your hand luggage for your electronic gadgets, chargers, any vital medications and perhaps a comfy neck pillow too. Last, but definitely not least, be sure to take your passport, travel papers and some money.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Check carefully that you don't have a pocket knife lurking in one of the zippers of your hand luggage. Other prohibited items include flammable or explosive substances, such as aerosol cans and fuel, and liquids and gels in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• Your number one priority is to make yourself as comfortable as possible. Layer yourself up in natural fibers and remember to bring a sweater in case it gets cold in the cabin. Opt for roomy, flat shoes as your feet may swell during the journey. Leave the high heels and heavy boots in your checked baggage.
• A condition by the name of DVT (deep vein thrombosis) can pose a risk on long-haul flights. It's the result of blood clotting due to poor circulation and inactivity. Walking around the cabin and doing regular foot and leg exercises in your seat helps to prevent this developing. Wearing a quality pair of compression tights or socks is also recommended.

A little pre-planning before you arrive at the airport can make your trip to Santopadre a breeze. Below are some handy tips and tricks for a stress-free journey through security:

• Have your travel documents and passport at hand. They're the first things you'll be asked to present to airport security.
• Next up is the X-ray machine. Remove anything metal on you that is likely to set off the alarm. This includes things like headphones or earphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They'll need to be placed on the conveyor belt for screening.
• Your electronic gadgets like phones and laptops will also have to go through the machine to be scanned. No need to worry though, you'll be back online soon enough.
• Remove all liquids and gels from your carry-on luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each item should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit in a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-close bag.
• Lightweight sneakers are a clever footwear choice as you're less likely to be required to remove them when passing through security. Big boots and heavier-style shoes are usually subjected to extra screening.
• Sharp or pointed items can't be taken on board. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them in your checked luggage.