Flights to Hailuoto, Northern Ostrobothnia from NT$35,820

No matter where you're coming from, flying can be a pleasant experience if you're prepared. Take a peek at these essential travel tips that will help get your Hailuoto escape started on the right note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• A plane trip can be easy if you pack the right stuff. Firstly, you'll want a few basic toiletry items, such as lip balm and hand cream, a spare set of clothes and a good book. Next, leave space in your bag for your laptop, a charger, any daily medications and perhaps a quality neck pillow as well. Lastly, and most importantly, be sure to take your passport, travel papers and your credit cards.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Pack all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and conditioner in your checked baggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by authorities. Pointed or sharp objects, like your precious Swiss Army knife, and dangerous products which are flammable or explosive, such as aerosol cans, flares and matches, are also not allowed.

What to wear on a flight:

• Comfort should always be your main priority when picking what to wear during your flight. Consider your choice of footwear with care too, as swollen feet are quite common. Flat, slightly roomy shoes are always a good idea.
• Most travelers have heard about DVT (deep vein thrombosis), a blood clot condition caused by long periods of inactivity. There are many ways to mitigate your risk. Wear a pair of compression socks or tights, drink lots of water often and get your legs and feet moving. Walk around the cabin when possible or try out some exercises in your seat.

The simple answer is — be prepared. We've pulled together some tips and tricks for a fuss-free trip through airport security. Look out Hailuoto, here you come:

• Airport security personnel first need to check that you have a valid passport and matching travel documents before you're allowed to proceed any further. Keep them within easy reach.
• The X-ray machine comes next. Empty your pockets and remove anything metal that is likely to set off the scanner's alarm. This includes items like headphones or earphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They'll need to be placed on the conveyor belt for screening.
• For just a few moments, you'll need to unplug from technology. Your tablet, phone and any other electronic devices also need to be sent through the scanner.
• Remember to remove gels and liquids from your carry-on bag. 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 in a single quart-size (one liter), clear zip-lock bag.
• There's a good chance you'll need to take your shoes off to be X-rayed, so wearing lightweight sneakers is always a clever idea.
• Sharp items are not allowed on board. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them in your checked suitcase.