Flights to Figueiras, Mondonedo from NT$9,020

If you're poorly prepared, traveling can be testing. But don't hit the panic button just yet. Follow these handy tips for a comfortable start to your time in Figueiras.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• First and foremost, pack your passport, travel docs, credit cards and medications. Next, you'll want some entertainment to while away the time. A thrilling book and a laptop filled with your favorite movies are always good options. If you intend to take a short nap, a neck pillow and some noise-canceling headphones will also be useful. Finally, squeeze in a few toiletry items so you'll touchdown feeling fresh and raring to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of restricted items differs between air carriers, the general guide to follow is nothing flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes screwdrivers, knives, aerosol cans and flares. Sporting equipment like ice skates, and items that could injure passengers, such as pepper spray and guns, are also banned from the cabin.

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of your aircraft are no fashion runway. Layer up with comfortable clothing and pack a cardigan as it can get quite cool in the cabin on long-haul flights. Enclosed, flat shoes are always a good idea too.
• The result of sustained periods of immobility, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot condition that can affect passengers during long flights. The great news is there are numerous ways to reduce your risk of developing it. Stay well hydrated, wander through the cabin as much as you can and wear compression socks or tights.

The answer is simple — be organized. We've pulled together some helpful hints for a hassle-free trip through airport security. Watch out Figueiras, here you come:

• Be sure to have your passport and boarding pass within easy reach. They're the first things you'll be asked for by security.
• After that, both you and your carry-on bag must be X-rayed. To speed things up, take off anything that might trigger the alarms. Personal belongings like your jacket, belt and headphones need to go through the machine.
• Your electronic devices like laptops and phones will also have to go on a tray for inspection. No need to worry though, you'll be back online before you know it.
• Don't forget to remove liquids and gels from your hand luggage. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray machine separately. Each item should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• It's also likely that you'll be asked to take your shoes off for scanning, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a smart idea.
• Airlines won't allow any sharp items or pocket knives in your carry-on baggage. If you need to bring these kinds of items, put them in your checked baggage.