Flights to Rio Verde, Tungurahua from NT$64,612

Wherever you're coming from, flying can be a pleasurable experience if you prepare well enough. Take a peek at these top travel tips that will help get your Rio Verde vacation started on the right foot.What to pack in your hand luggage:

• The secret to having a hassle-free travel experience is to pack ahead. First up, the essentials: passport, boarding pass, bank cards and daily medications. Next, bring items that'll help keep you busy, like your laptop or a good book. It's also wise to pack your chargers, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of headphones. Last but not least, don't forget to pop in toiletry items like a toothbrush, lip balm and a fresh change of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

• While the list of banned items differs between air carriers, the general rule to follow is avoid carrying anything flammable, sharp or explosive. This includes things like box cutters, razor blades, spray paint and fireworks. Sporting equipment like baseball bats, and items that could injure passengers, such as firearms and swords, are also banned from the cabin.

What to wear on a flight:

• Your goal here is to be as comfortable as you can. Layer up with loose, breathable clothing and bring a cardigan just in case you get chilly. Opt for a pair of flat, slightly roomy shoes as your feet may swell a little during the journey. Leave the high heels and chunky boots in your checked luggage.
• Caused by sustained periods of inactivity, DVT (deep vein thrombosis) is a blood clot condition that can affect passengers during long flights. The good news is there are numerous ways to significantly reduce the risk of developing it. Stay hydrated, wander around the cabin wherever possible and wear compression socks or tights.

The trick is to be organized before you get to the security gate. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to Rio Verde in next to no time. Follow these tips and get your trip off to a spectacular start:

• First things first. Your travel documents and passport will need to be presented to security personnel. Have them close by so you don't have to dig around for them.
• Your belt, jacket, keys and other contents of your pockets, like coins, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make your life easier by removing them before your turn arrives.
• For just a few minutes, you'll need to unplug from technology. Your phone, laptop and any other electronic devices also need to be sent through the scanner.
• Any gels or liquids, such as perfume or hairspray, that you want to take on board need to be in containers no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters). Also, they all must fit inside a quart-size (one liter), zip-lock bag.
• There's a possibility that you'll need to remove your shoes to be X-rayed, so wearing slip-on sneakers is always a good idea.
• Sharp or pointed objects (like knives and scissors) can't be taken on board. They'll be confiscated at security, so put them in your checked suitcase.