Flights to Southbridge, Massachusetts from NT$4,528

If you're poorly prepared, airports and flying can be testing. But don't hit the panic button just yet. Follow these handy hints for a worry-free start to your vacation in Southbridge.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Air travel can be a great experience if you pack the right things. Firstly, you'll want some toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a clean pair of socks and something to read. Next, find a spot in your carry-on bag for your phone, tablet and chargers, your medications and maybe a cozy neck pillow too. Lastly, be sure to take your passport, travel documents and some money.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Leave all your full-sized bottles of hair gel and hairspray in your checked baggage. Any liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) won't be allowed on. Sharp or pointed objects, like your trusty pocket knife, and dangerous goods which are explosive or flammable, such as flares, bleaching agents and fireworks, are also not allowed.

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort really should be the goal when choosing what to wear on board. Consider your footwear carefully too, as swollen feet and ankles are a common occurrence. Flat, slightly roomy shoes are your best bet.
• Caused by lengthy periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition that can affect some passengers on long-haul flights. But the good news is there are numerous ways to significantly reduce your risk of developing it. Stay hydrated, walk up and down the aisles whenever possible and wear compression tights or socks.

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

• Your boarding pass and passport will need to be shown to security personnel. Have them close by so you don't hold up the queue.
• The X-ray machine comes next. Empty your pockets and remove anything metal that is likely to set off the alarm. This includes items like headphones or earphones, as well as your coat or jacket. They'll all need to go on the X-ray conveyor belt.
• All electronic gadgets, including your phone and tablet, will also need to be scanned.
• Don't forget to remove gels and liquids from your hand luggage. They often need to be sent through the X-ray machine separately. Each item 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.
• It's also likely that you'll be required to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a good idea.
• Take all prohibited items out of your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp or pointed objects, put them in your checked luggage. They won't be allowed on board and will be confiscated.