Flights to Tawangmangu, Central Java from NT$4,283

If you're poorly prepared, traveling can be a real challenge. But there's no need to worry. Follow these useful tips and enjoy a pain-free start to your getaway in Tawangmangu.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane trip can be easy if you pack the right things. First of all you'll need basic toiletry items, such as a toothbrush and some deodorant, a clean pair of socks and a good book. Secondly, find a spot in your carry-on bag for your phone and charger, any medications and maybe a neck pillow as well. Lastly, and most importantly, don't forget to take your passport, travel documents and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Check carefully that you don't have sharp or pointed objects lurking in the bottom of your hand luggage. Other prohibited items include flammable or explosive substances, like aerosols and matches, and liquids and gels in containers with a volume of more than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• The main aim is to be as comfortable as you can. Layer up in natural-fiber clothing and pack a sweater just in case you get cold. Go for a pair of flat, well-fitting shoes as your feet may swell a little during the flight. Leave the high heels and heavy boots in your luggage.
• Unfortunately, a risk of long-haul flights is developing deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by lengthy periods of inactivity. To avoid this, make the most of every opportunity to walk around and give your legs a stretch. Compression socks and tights are also a great idea to help reduce this risk.

Being prepared before you get to the airport can make your getaway to Tawangmangu a piece of cake. Read through our top tips for a speedy journey through security:

• Keep your ID and boarding pass someplace easily accessible. They're the first things you'll be asked for by airport security.
• Your belt, coat, keys and other items in your pocket, like your earphones, will need to go on a tray through the X-ray machine. Make your life easier by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
• All your electronic gadgets, including your tablet and phone, will also need to be scanned separately.
• Any gels or liquids, such as toothpaste or perfume, that you want to bring on board need to be in containers no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). Also, they all must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), zip-lock bag.
• The right choice of footwear can save you several valuable minutes. Hiking or heavy-style boots are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Slip-on shoes usually aren't.
• Sharp items are not allowed on board. They'll be confiscated at security, so put them in your checked baggage.