22-07-2024 01:38 AM - edited 02-09-2024 12:20 PM
WIN BIG THIS SUMMER
From a posh picnic to a grand getaway!
Would jetting off with a friend to Europe for a fabulous 4* city break complete your summer?
Well, it’s one of the BIG prizes up for grabs in our huge summer giveaway – win 3 nights in a 4* hotel for two with return flights, private airport transfers, travel insurance and £200 spending money. And when it comes to choosing the destination, you’re the boss. Take your pick of return flights from selected UK airports to either Amsterdam, Barcelona, Berlin, Copenhagen, Dubrovnik, Lisbon, Paris, Prague, Rome or Stockholm. The prize is worth over £2,500!
That’s not all, there’s loads of these great prizes up for grabs too:
HOW CAN I WIN BIG?
It’s so easy. Just answer this question to be entered into the prize draw for your chance to bag our grand getaway or one of our other super prizes:
The Prize Draw opens 22/07/24 at 10:00 and closes on 01/09/24 at 11:59 (“Promotion Period”).
To enter the Prize Draw entrants must be a SMARTY customer and have an active plan as at the end date of the Promotion Period. Entrants must have registered for the SMARTY Community within the Promotion Period and be over 18 years of age and a UK resident (“Eligible Entrants”).
Only one entry per entrant. Winners will be selected at random.
For full terms click here.
Team SMARTY
UPDATE - COMPETITION CLOSED
The competition is now closed and we will draw the winner from all the eligible entries. Keep your fingers crossed and an eye on your Private Message inbox.
Thanks to everyone who contributed some brilliant entries. We had almost three thousand posts !
Keep up the great work everyone; the SMARTY Community belongs to us all and succeeds because of your great contributions.
23-07-2024 14:56 PM - edited 23-07-2024 15:03 PM
Use moneysavingexpert (Martin Lewis) to make sure you have the best card for paying abroad and always pay in the local currency!
23-07-2024 14:58 PM
check out local transport and attractions cards for cheaper or free entries
23-07-2024 14:58 PM
Use moneysavingexpert (Martin Lewis) to make sure your have the best card for paying abroad and always pay in the local currency!
23-07-2024 14:57 PM
Pack light and take it easy
23-07-2024 15:01 PM
Pack light so two people only need to check in one case in the hold-saves money.
23-07-2024 15:04 PM
Book ahead to ensure you get the good restaurants. Seek out the small husband and wife style places for fantastic regional food and an intimate atmosphere. Great French examples are O Tire Bouchon in Chartres and Les Minimes in Semur en Auxois.
23-07-2024 15:06 PM
Pack an electrical extension lead (don’t overload it!) then you only need one adapter.
23-07-2024 15:04 PM
I have the correct Smarty package on my phone before I leave.
23-07-2024 15:08 PM - edited 23-07-2024 15:09 PM
Find somewhere to stay that has LOADS to do in the local area (hikes, runs, backpacking adventures, maybe beaches or lakes, some key amenities) so that you don’t have to drive much and it feels like a proper break from rushing to and fro!
23-07-2024 15:09 PM
Ensure I have the correct Smarty package in place, so I have no problems while I’m away.
23-07-2024 15:09 PM
Summer sports
23-07-2024 15:08 PM
Open an account with a bank that doesn’t charge you fees for spending abroad and also gives you cash back on everything you do spen. Win win 👍🏻 only take a little cash with you just in case.
23-07-2024 15:11 PM
Act Smarty and UNLOCK AN EU ROAMING PASS
23-07-2024 15:12 PM
Travel from or holiday in England during Scotland school holidays, saves a fortune!
23-07-2024 15:12 PM
Always travel with your essentials in your hand luggage (which includes spare underwear, swimsuits and powerbank) so if your luggage does get delayed, you can still start your holiday in style!
23-07-2024 15:11 PM
Take a note of your passport number and keep it safe, just in case you lose your passport.
23-07-2024 15:13 PM
Take the first flight in and store your luggage at the hotel reception before check in = extra holiday time!
23-07-2024 15:18 PM
Take a note of your passport number to keep on you when travelling in case you lose your passport.
23-07-2024 15:19 PM
Open an account with a bank that doesn’t charge you fees for spending abroad and also give you cash-back on everything you do spend. Win win👍🏻👍🏻 also means you don’t have to take too much cash.
23-07-2024 15:20 PM
Take an empty water bottle through airport security to fill at the water points the other side. Spend the money you save on something you really want!
23-07-2024 15:23 PM
Research, Planning, Light Pack and Have Money!!
23-07-2024 15:26 PM
Book holliday at start or end of season if you can, it'll be cheaper and a lot quieter too.
23-07-2024 15:30 PM
Find flights with the longest stopover in another country so you can enjoy a day or two in another country for 'free'. Some airlines also do free stopover programmes where they offer a free hotel/activities
23-07-2024 15:32 PM
Pack your shorts!
23-07-2024 15:34 PM
Take a 4 gang extension cable with you to plug into your travel adaptor and create a charging space for your devices
23-07-2024 15:34 PM
Booking things in advance, especially tickets for museum entry etc. don’t wanna get there and miss out cuz all the spaces are gone!
23-07-2024 15:38 PM
After you've packed your case, unpack it and only put back half the stuff you originally packed, there's no way you need so much luggage
23-07-2024 15:38 PM
Leave the kids at home!
23-07-2024 15:37 PM
Travel by motorhome or caravan
23-07-2024 15:39 PM
Just go to Greece!
23-07-2024 15:41 PM
Always compare prices online when you planning any excursion, it's often cheaper to buy ahead than buy on site, it can save you loads to spend on something else.
23-07-2024 15:42 PM
Travel by Motorhome or Caravan
23-07-2024 15:47 PM
Go before the crowd and get the most attention.
23-07-2024 15:48 PM
Take a UK extension lead. This way you only need one travel plug and can plug in all of your devices without stress.
23-07-2024 15:49 PM
cell phones are essential for emergencies so pack a waterproof cell phone cover, that way you’ll always be able to keep it with you even when swimming
23-07-2024 15:51 PM
My best holiday hack, is taking an extension lead with me! This way, I only need 1 travel plug. Winning!!😎
23-07-2024 15:53 PM
My best getaway hack, is packing an extension lead. This way, I only need 1 travel plug! Winning! 😎
23-07-2024 15:53 PM
Have full passport valid for at least 6 months at time of travel
23-07-2024 15:54 PM
My best getaway hack, is packing an extension lead! This way, I only need to pack 1 travel adaptor. Winning!😎
23-07-2024 15:58 PM
Traveling off-season