07-22-2024 01:38 AM - edited 09-02-2024 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.
07-24-2024 01:45 PM
Pack extra clothes as the filling to a travel pillowcase and take on the plane
07-24-2024 01:48 PM
Take a 4-way UK extension lead. Not only do you get 4 sockets for rooms that might just have one, plus you only need 1 adapter for the extension lead, and you can plug your UK plugs straight in.
07-24-2024 01:51 PM
Don’t go in peak seasons and check the weather
07-24-2024 01:56 PM
only take onboard cabin bags when flying. Save yourself valuable holiday time and money
07-24-2024 01:55 PM
Check your phone plan, don't get caught out with unexpected phone charges! Nothing worse than a large phone bill on return home.
07-24-2024 01:57 PM
Make sure you have the correct and sufficient travel and holiday insurance, including medical and legal assistance.
07-24-2024 01:57 PM
Book some of the best rated restaurants before you go as they are often fully booked if you just turn up.
07-24-2024 02:00 PM
take only onboard cabin bags when flying and save yourself money and valuable flying time
07-24-2024 02:00 PM
Book restaurant beforehand as they are often fully booked if you just turn up on the day
07-24-2024 02:00 PM
Check your phone plan, unexpected charges in some countries are huge. Nobody wants a large bill.
07-24-2024 02:03 PM
scan or photograph your passport and email yourself a copy!
07-24-2024 02:14 PM
Check if your credit/debit card can be used abroad, and if so use this as often as possible for payment. You will get a much better exchange rate, and it is safer than carrying cash with you
07-24-2024 02:14 PM
Attach coloured ribbons to suitcases to quickly spot on airport luggage conveyor.
07-24-2024 02:16 PM
Take a handheld battery fan with you, not just great at keeping you cool but when the kids food comes out and it’s too hot, just pop the fan on the food for a couple of minutes and it’s the perfect temperature and the kids are happy and fed quicker!
07-24-2024 02:24 PM
Roll, don't fold!
07-24-2024 02:26 PM
Bring an extension lead for your plugs, then you only need one adapter
07-24-2024 02:26 PM
check the weather before you go so you know what to pack for - sun or rain, warm r cold.
07-24-2024 02:30 PM
Stay with Locals: Platforms like Airbnb or Couchsurfing offer more affordable accommodation options and provide a more authentic travel experience by staying with locals. 🏡
07-24-2024 02:31 PM
The best hack I have found is early planning for a getaway. Preparing months ahead of the getaway gives one a lot of options and relieves one of the pressure to make hasty decisions, as you can shop around for the best deals available.
07-24-2024 02:31 PM
Pack an AirTag in your luggage to track it through the terminals
07-24-2024 02:30 PM
Save on rip-off hold and overhead luggage charges by instead filling the biggest carry-on bag allowed by the airline. Take a light jacket with lots of pockets to stuff with any excess. It's amazing what you can pack this way. Buy essentials like toothpaste when you get there. Still much cheaper than baggage costs.Laundry detergent will take less space than clothes, which will dry quickly in the heat. Learn how to roll clothes up tightly to get the most in. Treat yourself with your savings not the airline!
07-24-2024 02:33 PM
Save on rip-off hold and overhead luggage charges by instead filling the biggest carry-on bag allowed by the airline. Take a light jacket with lots of pockets to stuff with any excess. It's amazing what you can pack this way. Buy essentials like toothpaste when you get there. Still much cheaper than baggage costs.Laundry detergent will take less space than clothes, which will dry quickly in the heat. Learn how to roll clothes up tightly to get the most in. Treat yourself with your savings not the airline!
07-24-2024 02:36 PM - edited 07-24-2024 02:40 PM
• Go for all inclusive packages so you don't have stress about where to eat.
• Exchange your currency at local money exchange shop, instead off the airport as you will get a better rate
• Look at the weather a week in advance so you can pack accordingly.
• If taking kids along look for child free places so you can save money on holiday.
• Pack some sun lotion and take along a multi pin charger
• Email all your travel documents to yourself so you can access it when required.
• Find airlines that offer bigger luggage allowances, So you can bring back more stuff on your return.
😉🏖️
07-24-2024 02:38 PM
Save on rip-off hold and overhead luggage charges by filling the biggest carry-on bag allowed by the airline. Take a light jacket with lots of pockets to stuff. It's amazing what you can pack this way. Buy essentials like toothpaste when you get there. Still much cheaper than baggage costs.Laundry detergent will take less space than clothes, which will dry quickly in the heat. Learn how to roll clothes up tightly to get the most in. Treat yourself with your savings not the airline!
07-24-2024 02:37 PM
When visiting a country outside of your phone's roaming area. So you don't get horrendous bills, buy a local SIM card. Most countries do just data only and top ups as well. It's an advantage to have a dual SIM card slot as this makes it even easier. I've done this numerous times when holidaying in the Philippines.
07-24-2024 02:43 PM
City break
flight from London city airport to Paris. Sight seeing tours and excursions. Shopping and dinner. Trips to champagne region Epernay etc
07-24-2024 02:43 PM
Make sure the kindle is loaded with good books and get a good quality once a day sun cream!
07-24-2024 02:44 PM
Make a complete and detailed itinerary of your trip, search in advance for free tourist locations and activities, find local dinings that are not too expensive but will surely make you experience a local taste and be ready with your internet data (should be roaming included) so you can always look at your phone and search for details if needed.
07-24-2024 02:46 PM
Download offline maps of your destination so you can use it when you get there even if you don't have internet. On the Google Maps App, Select Profile/profile photo next to search bar>Offline Maps
07-24-2024 02:47 PM
Vacuum packs with a hand pump, Smaller luggage but can pack more items - winning against the smaller flight providers and their high costs for luggage allowance. #spacesavermoneysaver
07-24-2024 02:48 PM
Leave your toddler at home!
07-24-2024 02:52 PM
Leave your toddler at home
07-24-2024 02:53 PM
Avoid the crowds - look for somewhere off of the beaten track and discover some lesser known gems
07-24-2024 02:55 PM
Always carry a ziplock plastic bag at the beach to keep your mobile and valuables dry
07-24-2024 03:01 PM
Pack light and plan ahead so don’t waste time once you’re there.
07-24-2024 03:03 PM
Buy soap bars for hair, body, shaving etc to overcome 100ml issues.
07-24-2024 03:05 PM
Buy soap bars for hair, body shaving etc to prevent 100ml issues
07-24-2024 03:05 PM
Pack light and plan ahead so you don’t waste time
07-24-2024 03:09 PM
buy soap bars for hair, body, shaving etc . Saves on weight and 100ml rule
07-24-2024 03:08 PM
Don’t forget sun cream!