Flights to Bagheria, Sicily from NT$3,411

Depending on where you're coming from, your flight to Bagheria could be no sweat at all or it could drag on forever. We've compiled some useful tips that will help you start your next great escape on a positive note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First things first, put in your passport, official ID, wallet and medications. Next, you'll need some entertainment to while away the hours. A thrilling novel and a phone filled with your favorite shows are some terrific options. If you plan to take a short nap, a quality neck pillow and some noise-canceling headphones will also come in handy. Finally, squeeze in a few toiletry items so you'll step off the plane looking fresh and raring to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Check carefully that you don't have a Swiss Army knife lurking in the bottom of your hand luggage. Other restricted items include explosive or flammable products, such as fuel and matches, and gels and liquids in containers larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters).

What to wear on a flight:

• The long, narrow aisles of your airplane are not the place for a fashion parade. Don comfortable layers and take a sweater as it can get quite cool in the cabin on long-haul flights. Enclosed, flat shoes are also recommended.
• A condition known as DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a potential risk on long-haul flights. It results from blood clotting due to inactivity and poor circulation. Doing foot and leg exercises while seated helps to prevent this from occurring. Wearing a good-quality pair of compression socks is also recommended.

The trick is to be organized before you reach the security gate. That way, you'll be hopping onto that plane to Bagheria before you know it. Follow these tips and get your trip off to a fantastic start:

• Have your boarding pass and ID close by. They're the first things you'll be asked to present to security.
• Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your belt, jacket, keys and other items in your pocket, like your headphones, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make your life easier by removing them as your turn draws near.
• Your electronic devices like phones and laptops will also have to go through the machine to be scanned. Don't worry though, you'll be back online soon enough.
• Remove all gels and liquids from your hand luggage. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray separately. Each product should be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit inside a single quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• Slip-on shoes are a practical footwear choice as you're less likely to be asked to remove them when going through security. Boots and heavier-style shoes are usually subjected to additional screening.
• Avoid taking prohibited items in your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp or pointed objects, pack them in your checked baggage. They won't be allowed in the cabin.