Flights to Bekana Island, Western Division from NT$12,564

Wherever you're coming from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you prepare well enough. We've put together a list of handy tips that will get your Bekana Island vacation started on the right note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane ride can be a pleasure if you take the right things. Firstly, you'll need toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a fresh change of clothes and a magazine or two. Secondly, find a spot in your hand luggage for your phone and charger, any vital medications and maybe a blow-up neck pillow as well. Lastly, and most importantly, be sure to bring your passport, travel documents and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Pack all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hair gel in your checked baggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by authorities. Sharp objects, like your trusty pocket knife, and dangerous goods which are explosive or flammable, such as aerosols and poisons, are also banned.

What to wear on a flight:

• Your aim here is to feel as comfortable as possible. Layer up with loose, natural fibers and remember to bring a pullover in case it gets cool. Pick flat, well-fitting shoes as your feet may swell during the flight. Leave the high heels and chunky boots in your luggage.
• The result of sustained periods of immobility, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a serious condition that can affect passengers on long-distance flights. The great news is there are proven ways to reduce your risk of developing it. Drink plenty of water, walk up and down the aisles as much as you can and wear compression tights or socks.

As savvy travelers know, the secret is to be well prepared before you get to security. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Bekana Island in no time flat. Follow these helpful tips and get your vacation off to a fantastic start:

• Security personnel first need to verify that you have a valid passport and travel documents before you can proceed any further. Have them ready to show.
• Your belt, jacket, keys and other small items, like your headphones, will be required 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 the digital world. Your phone, laptop and any other electronic gadgets also need to go through the scanner.
• Any gels or liquids, such as perfume or hairspray, that you want to take on board must be no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). Also, they all must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• The right choice of footwear can save you several minutes. Hiking boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Slip-on sneakers usually aren't.
• Pocket knives and other sharp items are not allowed on board. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them in your checked baggage.