Flights to Quedlinburg, Saxony-Anhalt from NT$12,961

If you're poorly prepared, air travel can be challenging. But there's no need to worry. Follow these handy hints for a trouble-free start to your vacation in Quedlinburg.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• Traveling on a plane can be a comfortable experience if you pack the right gear. Firstly, you'll want some toiletry items, such as a toothbrush and lip balm, a spare change of clothes and a good novel. Secondly, find room in your bag for your laptop, a charger, your important medications and perhaps a quality neck pillow as well. Lastly, be sure to bring your passport, travel documents and some money.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of prohibited items differs between airlines, the general guide to follow is nothing flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes things like tools, metal cutlery, fuels and bleaching agents. Sports equipment like ice skates, and objects that could injure passengers, such as guns and swords, can't come on board with you either.

What to wear on a flight:

• The aisles of your plane are no place for a fashion parade. Don comfortable layers and take a cardigan as it tends to get cool inside the cabin during longer flights. Closed-toed, flat shoes are also a good idea.
• It's likely you've heard about deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by prolonged periods of sitting. There are plenty of ways to lessen your risk. Don a pair of compression socks or tights, drink lots of water and keep your legs and feet moving. Walk the aisles of the cabin or perform some stretches in your seat.

Being organized before you get to the airport can make your trip to Quedlinburg a pleasure. Below are some handy hints for a speedy journey through security:

• Have your passport and boarding pass at hand. They'll be the first things you'll be asked for by airport security.
• Next up, both you and your hand luggage will be X-rayed. To speed things up, take off anything that is likely to set the alarm off. Items such as your belt, jacket and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
• Your electronic gadgets like phones and laptops will also have to go on a tray to be scanned. Don't worry, you'll be back online before you know it.
• Any liquids or gels, such as hair oil or hand cream, 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.
• Choosing your footwear wisely can save you several minutes. Hiking boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Slip-on shoes usually aren't.
• Take all prohibited items out of your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp or pointed objects, pack them safely away in your checked suitcase. They won't be allowed in the cabin.