Flights to Menlo Park, California from NT$4,057

No matter where you're coming from, flying can be an enjoyable experience if you're well organized. We've put together a list of handy hints that will get your Menlo Park escape started on the right note.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Air travel can be a great experience if you bring the right things. Firstly, you'll want some toiletry items, such as toothpaste, a toothbrush and some deodorant, a spare pair of socks and a good read. Next, make room in your carry-on bag for your phone and charger, your medications and perhaps a cozy neck pillow too. Lastly, be sure to take your passport, travel documents and some money.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• Leave all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hairspray in your checked baggage. Any liquids in your carry-on suitcase larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated by security. Pointed or sharp objects, like your precious Swiss Army knife, and products which are flammable or explosive, such as aerosol cans, spray paint and gasoline, are also restricted.

What to wear on a flight:

• The long, narrow aisles of an aircraft are no place for a fashion parade. Layer up with comfy clothing and don't forget to bring a cardigan as it can get chilly inside the cabin during longer flights. Slightly roomy, flat shoes are also recommended.
• Caused by lengthy periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clotting condition that can affect some passengers on long-haul flights. The great news is there are ways to reduce your risk of developing it. Stay well hydrated, get up and wander the aisles as much as you can and wear compression tights or socks.

Being organized before your flight can make your trip to Menlo Park a breeze. Here are some top tips for a speedy journey through security:

• Be sure to keep your boarding pass and passport within close reach. They're the first things you'll be asked for by security.
• Your belt, jacket, keys and other contents of your pockets, like your headphones, will need to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them before your turn arrives.
• For just a few moments, you'll need to unplug from the digital world. Your phone, tablet and any other electronic gadgets will also need to go through the scanner.
• Remember to remove liquids and gels from your carry-on luggage. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray scanner 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.
• The right choice of footwear can save you a few precious minutes. Hiking or heavy-style boots are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Slip-on shoes are usually not.
• Sharp items can't be taken on board. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them in your checked luggage.