Flights to Sara, Western Visayas from NT$3,196

Wherever you're coming from, flying can be a pleasurable experience if you've prepared well enough. Take a peek at these top travel tips that will get your Sara escape started on the right note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First and foremost, pack in your passport, travel documents, credit cards and daily medications. Next, you'll need some extra in-flight entertainment to while away the time. A juicy book and a laptop filled with your favorite movies are some wonderful options. If you plan to take a short snooze, a comfy neck pillow and some earplugs will also come in handy. Finally, squeeze in a toothbrush and some cleansing wipes to ensure you hop off the plane feeling fresh and raring to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Pack all your full-sized bottles of hair gel and hairspray in your checked luggage. Any gels or liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by authorities. Sharp objects, like your beloved pocket knife, and dangerous products which are explosive or flammable, such as aerosol cans, spray paint and gasoline, are also prohibited.

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should always be your prime concern when choosing what to wear on your flight. Consider your choice of footwear carefully too, as swollen feet are quite common. Flat, slightly roomy shoes are always a smart option.
• Unfortunately, one risk of long-distance travel is developing DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot condition caused by prolonged inactivity. To avoid this, take every opportunity to walk around the cabin and stretch your legs. Compression tights and socks are another simple way to help minimize this risk.

As seasoned travelers know, the secret is to be well organized before you get to security. That way, you'll be boarding that plane to Sara in the blink of an eye. Follow these tips and get your vacation off to a fantastic start:

• Your boarding pass and travel ID will need to be inspected by airport security personnel. Have them close by so you don't hold up the line.
• After that, both you and your carry-on bag will be X-rayed. To speed things up, remove anything that might set the alarms off. Items such as your belt, jacket and headphones need to go through the machine.
• All your electronic devices, including your phone and tablet, are also required to be scanned.
• Traveling with your favorite hand cream? As long as the volume is no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and it's stored in a zip-close bag, you're allowed to bring it with you in your carry-on.
• It's also likely that you'll be required to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a wise idea.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp items or pocket knives in your carry-on luggage. If you need to bring these kinds of items, pack them in your checked baggage.