Flights to Vitorino dos Piães, Ponte de Lima from NT$2,754

We've got the lowdown on how to make your journey a stress-free experience. Follow our tips and tricks and you'll be hightailing it through airport security and having a blast in Vitorino dos Piães in next to no time.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane ride can be a comfortable experience if you take the right stuff. Firstly, you'll need toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a fresh set of clothes and a good read. Next, leave space in your hand luggage for your laptop, a charger, any vital medications and perhaps a proper neck pillow too. Last, but definitely not least, be sure to take your passport, travel documents and some cash.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Double-check that you don't have a pocket knife lurking in the bottom of your carry-on luggage. Other banned items include explosive or flammable products, such as bleach and fuel, and liquids and gels in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• The goal here is to feel as comfortable as possible. Layer yourself up in natural-fiber clothing and pack a cardigan in case it gets cool. Always opt for well-fitting, flat shoes as your feet may swell during the journey. Leave the high heels and chunky boots in your checked baggage.
• It's likely you've heard about deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by reduced mobility or inactivity. There are numerous ways to mitigate your risk. Don a pair of compression socks, drink lots of water and get your legs and feet moving. Walk around the cabin when possible or try out some simple stretches in your seat.

The trick is to be prepared before you arrive at security. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Vitorino dos Piães in no time flat. Follow these tips and get your trip off to a fantastic start:

• Your travel ID and boarding pass will need to be presented to airport security personnel. Have them close by so you don't hold up the queue.
• Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your jacket, belt, keys and other small items, like your earphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process faster by removing them before your turn.
• For just a few moments, you'll have to unplug from technology. Your phone, tablet and any other electronic devices will need to be sent through the scanner.
• Remove all gels and liquids from your hand luggage. They usually 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-close bag.
• The right choice of footwear can save you several valuable minutes. Hiking or heavy-style boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Slip-on sneakers are usually not.
• Airlines will not allow any sharp or pointed objects in your carry-on luggage. If you need to bring these kinds of items, pack them safely in your checked luggage.